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UAE-Tunisia Agriculture And Food Forum Explores Prospects

For Partnerships In Food Industries And Modern Agriculture
Technology

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(MENAFN- Dubai PR Network) Forum reviews prominent investment opportunities in the UAE and Tunisian markets,
enhancing dialogue at public and private sector levels

Abu Dhabi, July 15, 2025 : On the sidelines of the International Food Show Africa (IFSA Africa), the Ministry of Economy
and Tourism, in coordination with the UAE Embassy in Tunisia, organized the UAE-Tunisia Agriculture and Food Forum to
strengthen the economic partnership between the UAE and Tunisia in the areas of food, supply chains, and technologies

related to the food value chain. The Forum was attended by H.E. Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy and
Tourism; Dr. Iman Ahmed Al Salami, UAE Ambassador to the Republic of Tunisia; and officials from public and private
entities in both countries, as well as representatives of international organizations and startups in the agriculture and food
security sectors, including Al Islami Foods, Iveco, and Emirates Bio Farm.

H.E. Bin Touq emphasized the broad prospects for enhancing bilateral cooperation between the UAE and Tunisia in the
food, agriculture, and food security sectors. He noted that these sectors are a fundamental pillar of both countries' efforts to

achieve sustainable food security and boost local production. This reflects the UAE's commitment to advancing economic
cooperation with Tunisia by developing strategic partnerships in food manufacturing, modern agricultural technologies, and
sustainable food production practices.

H.E. said:“The UAE-Tunisia Food Business Forum is a valuable opportunity to strengthen communication between UAE
and Tunisian private sectors and to explore new prospects and partnerships in the sector by exchanging expertise and

experiences in developing the food value chain and creating sustainable solutions for food security. It also serves as a
distinguished platform to showcase the UAE's achievements in the food sector and highlight the country's pioneering
capabilities in food manufacturing, advanced agricultural technologies, and sustainable food security initiatives.”

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H.E. Bin Touq added:“The UAE is moving toward an economic cluster model across key sectors, in line with its future
economic vision. At the forefront of this strategy is the food economic cluster, which integrates agricultural production, food

industries, and cutting-edge agri-tech into a cohesive and collaborative system. This synergy enhances competitiveness
and empowers private sector enterprises operating within the food sector and its related industries.”

H.E. Dr. Iman Ahmed Al-Salami, UAE Ambassador to Tunisia, underscored the strength of bilateral ties and the pivotal role
of the food industry in advancing the UAE's food security strategy and agri-tech vision. She highlighted UAE companies as
regional pioneers in this sector, emphasizing the forum's importance in fostering UAE-Tunisian partnerships with key

economic stakeholders in attendance. Her Excellency also pointed out the promising opportunities in manufacturing and
biological products, which could further elevate economic cooperation between the two countries.

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