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2/21/24, 11:25 AM                           Majid Al Futtaim inks Dubai sustainable food supply chain deal

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                                                                    Dubai Municipality has entered into a

                                                                    strategic partnership with Majid Al Futtaim –
                                                                    Retail, which holds the exclusive franchise to

                                                                    operate Carrefour in the UAE, to strengthen
                                                                    co-ordination and collaboration in ensuring

                                                                    the sustainable provision of strategic food
                                                                    commodities in Dubai's local markets.


                                                                    The signing of the MoU between the two
                                                                  entities marks a significant milestone in
         Majid Al Futtaim inks Dubai sustainable food
         supply chain deal                                        advancing food security measures and
                                                                  addressing potential future crises in the sector, it
         Feb 20, 2024 7:13 PM
                                                                  stated.

         Dubai Municipality has entered into a strategic
         partnership with Majid Al Futtaim Retail which holds     The agreement is dedicated to establishing a
         the exclusive franchise to operate Carrefour in the UAE  sustainable food system and fostering flexible
         to strengthen co-ordination and collaboration...
                                                                  food supply chains, stated Engineer Alia Al
           Harmoodi, the Acting CEO of the Environment, Health, and Safety Agency, after signing the deal with

           Jean-Luc Graziato, Chief Commercial Officer of Majid Al Futtaim Retail, at the Gulfood exhibition.


           The goal is to elevate the quality of life in the emirate, aligning with the vision and directives of the wise
           leadership and the objectives outlined in the Dubai Food Security Strategy, which aims to diversify

           import sources and concentrate on ensuring the availability of high-nutritional-value goods, he stated.

           "The agreement will support Majid Al Futtaim –Retail in strengthening the flexibility, readiness, and

           preparedness of the emirate's supply chain to address challenges and crises. This will be achieved through
           efficient coordination and sharing of strategic food commodity data on the Food Security Platform. The

           objective is to ensure that all members of society have access to healthy, safe, nutritious, and affordable
           food, even in times of crisis and emergencies," added Al Harmoodi.


           Graziato said: "Majid Al Futtaim - Retail places great importance on food security as a key component of

           our sustainability strategy. We are delighted to collaborate with Dubai Municipality in creating a future
           that is more sustainable, healthier, and safer for our valued customers."



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