Press Release   India Shines at Gulfood 2023: Showcasing Innovation and Leadership in the Global Food Industry India Showcases Leadership and Innovation at Gulfood 2023 Comnet Exhibitions assists over 300 companies to highlight food advances at Gulfood 2023 Dubai, UAE, February 25, 2023: The 28th edition of Gulfood opened to global acclaim, presenting a bold vision for the future of the food and beverage (F&B) industry. The event highlighted significant advancements in e-commerce expansions, agritech innovations, zero waste culinary practices, and youth empowerment initiatives. Gulfood 2023 brought together leading ministers and industry leaders to explore transformative food projects that will shape a resilient, forward-looking global food landscape. A Global Platform for F&B Professionals India, as the world's largest producer of spices, milk, food grains, fruits, vegetables, and pulses, demonstrated its pivotal role in the global food market. With substantial exports including basmati and non-basmati rice, meat, groundnuts, wheat, cereals, processed and fresh fruits and vegetables, and alcoholic beverages, India’s participation underscored the significant opportunities for investment in food processing technologies, packaging, refrigeration, and more. By March 2023, the food processing industry had attracted $6 billion in FDI equity, with processed food exports comprising 25.6% of India's agricultural exports in 2022-23. India's Strong Presence at Gulfood 2023 From February 20 to 24, 2023, the Dubai World Trade Centre hosted over 300 Indian companies, including Amul, Lal Quila rice, GRB Dairy, MDH Spices, Everest, and Iscon Balaji, under the Indian Pavilion with the help of Comnet Exhibitions. The Pavilion was inaugurated by Shri Sunjay Sudhir, Ambassador of India to UAE, in the presence of Shri K Kalimuthu, Consul (Eco&Com), and Shri Rajeev Arora, Second Secretary (Commerce).     Associations and Bodies Representing India India's participation was marked by the involvement of key associations: Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) Marine Products Export Development Authority (MPEDA) Cashew Export Promotion Council of India ASSOCHAM All India Rice Exporters Association (AIREA) Indian Oilseeds Produce and Export Promotion Council Department of Horticulture, Uttar Pradesh Department of Industries, Kerala Coconut Development Board Looking Forward Gulfood 2023 not only facilitated global food trade but also showcased India's innovative strides in the F&B sector. This landmark event reinforced India’s commitment to advancing food processing technologies and sustainability practices, setting new standards in the global food industry. About Comnet Exhibitions Since its inception in 1987, Comnet Exhibitions has remained the top choice for Indian companies expanding into international markets. We specialise in organising business-to-business events that bring together industry leaders, innovators, and stakeholders across sectors to foster collaboration and drive growth. We are India’s leading sales agent for some of the world’s most established trade shows spanning 48 countries and 37 industry sectors, and we assist over 2,000 Indian exporters in showcasing their products on the international stage. Comnet works with industry representatives, apex industry associations, export promotion councils, and the Government of India to provide a platform for Indian companies, particularly startups, to expand their reach. For more information, please visit www.comnetexhibitions.com