Dubai: Dubai Chamber of Commerce recently organized a workshop in cooperation with Dubai Municipality to raise awareness of the latest food safety controls and regulations among the business community in the emirate. The initiative is part of the Chamber’s ongoing efforts to support the business environment and enhance corporate compliance with relevant legislation. The event attracted 57 representatives from private sector companies operating in food-related sectors.

Maha Al Gargawi, Vice President of Business Advocacy at Dubai Chambers, said: “We are committed to empowering the business community by providing access to the knowledge and resources needed to navigate the regulations and laws governing all sectors. This enhances companies’ awareness of legislative and regulatory requirements and supports their ability to comply with best practices.”

Held under the theme 'Crisis Tested, Future Ready: The Strength of Food Safety in Dubai,' the workshop explored the key pillars of the emirate’s food safety system, including registration and permits, port controls, food inspection, and sector-related studies and policies.

Dr. Naseem Mohammed Rafie, Acting CEO of the Environment, Health and Safety Agency at Dubai Municipality, addressed the workshop, highlighting the Municipality’s commitment to supporting the food sector, one of the emirate’s key economic pillars.

Dr. Rafie emphasized Dubai Municipality’s efforts to ensure the smooth flow of food products through ports of entry, strengthening food security, especially during crises. She also reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring the safety of imported and locally traded food products to protect the community from foodborne risks.

The workshop featured Dubai Municipality officials and subject-matter experts, who presented an overview of the food safety system and regulatory procedures. Sessions covered food product registration through the Municipality’s electronic platform, which includes more than 1.5 million items, as well as licensing frameworks for food establishments, inspection procedures, and the regulations governing the sector.

The workshop concluded with an interactive Q&A session, allowing participants to raise questions and receive practical guidance from Dubai Municipality representatives.

Dubai Chamber hosts workshop to boost food safety compliance