External food trade operations to consume during the month of the Islamic calendar weighted 1.5 million tons in Q1.
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The desert climate is no impediment to food production in Arab Gulf countries. Despite being major importers, they do produce legumes, vegetables, meats, dairies, milk and lots of dates. The items can be seen at SIAL Middle East.
Volume shipped was down 1%, with revenue decreasing by 5.5%. The industry association chairman, however, said there are signs of a recovery.
Such was the total amount of imports, exports and re-exports to and from the emirate during the first half of 2018.
The Arab Chamber is organizing a business mission focused on the food and beverages sector on December 5 and 6 to the Arab country. The construction of new hotels and restaurants to the FIFA World Cup will create new demand in the sector.
