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IFFCO Appoints Abdul Wahab Al-Halabi as

Executive Chairman to Lead Next Phase of

Growth

November 20, 2025

A pivotal appointment that reinforces IFFCO’s long-term commitment to governance

excellence, operational discipline, and sustainable growth
DUBAI, UAE,Nov 2025: IFFCO Group, the leading FMCG multinational headquartered in the
UAE, today announced the appointment of Abdul Wahab Al Halabi as Executive Chairman, and

the formation of a new Board of Directors comprising Hamed Kazim, Nitin Khanna, Sumit
Rohatgi, Rizwan Ahmed, Serhad Cemal Kelemci and Mohammed Azad Khan.

The new Board reflects the shareholders’ commitment to world-class governance and unites a
distinguished group of experienced industry leaders whose collective expertise will strengthen

institutional oversight and support IFFCO’s long-term, sustainable growth.
Rizwan Ahmed, IFFCO Board member, said: “The Board is confident that the appointment of

Abdul Wahab, marks an important step in strengthening IFFCO’s governance, strategic
alignment, and long-term competitiveness. His leadership brings the clarity, structure, and
discipline needed to guide the Group through its next phase of sustainable growth. We look

forward to working with him as we advance the Group’s priorities and reinforce institutional
foundations.”

In his new capacity, Al-Halabi will oversee the Group’s strategic direction and guide enterprise-
wide priorities that strengthen performance, enhance organisational alignment, and embed

governance-led decision making. His mandate reflects both the Board’s and shareholder’s
confidence in his ability to provide decisive leadership, ensure institutional resilience, and

advance IFFCO’s growth agenda in line with global best practices and the UAE’s broader
economic vision.
Abdul Wahab Al-Halabi is a well-regarded regional executive recognised for leading complex,

large-scale organisations by driving sustained performance and growth. With more than
twenty-five years of experience, he brings a balanced combination of board-level judgement,

structured execution, and a data-driven approach to enterprise optimisation.
He currently serves on the boards of Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank PJSC, Union Properties PJSC,

Talabat PJSC and Burjeel Holdings PJSC, reflecting his continued engagement in strategic
governance across high-impact sectors. His career includes senior roles at major listed and

government-linked entities, including Dubai Holding, Meraas, as well as a partner at KPMG.

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