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Majid Al Futtaim and Dubai

Municipality Team Up for Food

Security

DEAL & TRANSACTIONS FOOD & BEVERAGE UNITED ARAB EMIRATES 21 february 2024

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Dubai Municipality and Majid Al Futtaim – Retail have joined forces in a strategic partnership aimed at

ensuring the sustainable provision of essential food commodities in Dubai’s local markets. Majid Al Futtaim –

Retail, the exclusive franchise operator of Carrefour in the UAE, will collaborate closely with Dubai

Municipality to enhance coordination and address potential challenges in the food supply chain.

Majid Al Futtaim Holding legal team is led by Chief Legal Counsel Hassan Basil Hassan (pictured).

The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed between the two entities marks a significant step forward

in advancing food security measures and strengthening the Emirate’s resilience in the face of future crises. The

agreement, signed by Alia Al Harmoodi, Acting CEO of the Environment, Health, and Safety Agency,

and Jean-Luc Graziato, Chief Commercial Officer of Majid Al-Futtaim – Retail, underscores the

commitment to establishing a sustainable food system and fostering flexible supply chains.

Al Harmoodi emphasized that the collaboration aims to elevate the quality of life in Dubai by ensuring the

availability of high-nutritional-value goods and diversifying import sources. The agreement will support Majid

Al Futtaim – Retail in enhancing the flexibility, readiness, and preparedness of the emirate’s supply chain

through efficient coordination and data sharing on the Food Security Platform.

Jean-Luc Graziato highlighted the importance of food security in Majid Al Futtaim – Retail’s sustainability

strategy, emphasizing the company’s commitment to creating a more sustainable, healthier, and safer future for

customers. The partnership will enable Carrefour to strengthen its position as a key provider of essential

products in the UAE by leveraging accurate consumer data to enhance customer service and support Dubai

Municipality’s food security efforts.

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