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Press Release

The List also Includes ‘Rukn Al Khair Food Industries,’ a producer of -collagen
and gelatine- enriched soups and broths that benefit bone health, and was nominated
for the ‘Best Health and Wellness Product’ award; ‘Flaky Layers Bakery,’ which
produces pastries, bread, rolls, and traditional confections; and ‘Mars Food
Industries L.L.C,’ specialising in innovative food solutions and products for
children.

The KFED is also supporting the participation of ‘Abdulla Al Banna Meat Products
Manufacturing,’ a specialist in meat during and retail distribution; ‘Exotic Colours
Trading,’ which trades rice, pasta, grains, and legumes; ‘Belfry Food Trading,’
specialising in the distribution of canned and preserved foods, including dairy
products, juices, ice creams, and bottled water; along with ‘Figo Trading,’ which
focuses on the wholesale distribution of sweets and nuts.

Mouza Obaid Al Nasri, Acting CEO of Khalifa Fund for Enterprise
Development (KFED), emphasised the Fund’s steadfast commitment to supporting
national food and beverage initiatives, recognising them as a key element in
advancing self-sufficiency, ensuring food security, and driving the diversification of
the UAE’s economy. She underscored how Gulfood provides valuable opportunities
for UAE-based entrepreneurs to expand in the global food and beverage market.

Al Nasri remarked: “We are truly elated to be participating in Gulfood 2025, the
world’s most significant annual food and beverage exhibition, for the ninth
consecutive year. The platform presents an ideal opportunity for us to support national
food and beverage projects, enabling local entrepreneurs to showcase their products,
including those locally manufactured for the very first time.This is consistent with our
goal of encouraging innovation and enabling local businesses to grow and thrive
internationally.”

The Gulfood 2025 is the largest edition to date, showcasing over a million products
from more than 5,500 companies worldwide.

The event features numerous panel discussion, seminars, and workshops covering
topics that focus on the latest industry trends within the food and beverage sector,
food security, and sustainability.

The KFED cordially invites participants to explore its booth at the UAE Pavilion and
learn more about the innovative and premium Emirati products developed by Khalifa
Fund members at Gulfood 2025.

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