Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed witnessed the signing of an agreement between Dubai Municipality and DP World to develop the world’s largest logistics Hub for Foodstuffs, Fruit and vegetable Trade, linking it to global markets, and doubling the current size of the fruit and vegetable market under the management of DP World.
Sheikh Maktoum took to Twitter: “Under the vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum and the supervision of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed Al Maktoum, we strive to provide advanced infrastructure and facilities with the latest specifications and best standards, create greater commercial and investment opportunities for investors, support the UAE’s food security strategy, and make Dubai a destination for markets, export, and re-export operations for the region and the world in various sectors.”
I witnessed the signing of an agreement between Dubai Municipality and DP World to develop the world's largest logistics Hub for Foodstuffs, Fruit and vegetable Trade, linking it to global markets, and doubling the current size of the fruit and vegetable market under the… pic.twitter.com/Uvu9SZ3b1S
— Maktoum Bin Mohammed (@MaktoumMohammed) July 10, 2024
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“Dubai Farms” program launched
Furthermore, in March 2024, Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Chairman of Dubai Executive Council, and Chairman of the Higher Committee for Development and Citizens Affairs, initiated the “Dubai Farms” program, which offers a range of services and incentives to support Emirati farmers who own productive agricultural projects.
Additionally, the “Dubai Farms” program is in line with the goals of the Dubai Social Agenda 33, launched by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Vice President, Prime Minister, and Ruler of Dubai. Moreover, the agenda seeks to establish Dubai as the leading city for living experiences, empower its citizens, increase their contribution to the emirate’s economy, and ensure their financial independence and social stability.
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