DUBAI, Feb 18 : The annual Gulf Food Exhibition (Gulfood 2025); the region’s leading food and beverage event, began Monday in Dubai, featuring over 5,000 global companies, including Kuwaiti participants. Held at the Dubai World Trade Centre and running until February 21, the exhibition showcases over 100,000 new products, serving as a key platform for business partnerships and exploring the latest industry innovations. Kuwait Flour Mills & Bakeries Company CEO Mutlaq Al-Zayed told KUNA that their annual participation reaffirms their commitment to strengthening their presence in regional and international markets. Gulfood, he noted, provides an ideal platform to highlight its competitive edge and support global food security. This year, the company is prioritizing innovation in baked goods and essential food products while keeping the highest standards of quality and safety, Al-Zayed pointed out. He added that the event offers an opportunity to exchange expertise with industry leaders and explore the sector’s future with others. Gulfood 2025 hosts a diverse range of industry players, from manufacturers and suppliers to distributors and renowned chefs, fostering trade exchange and highlighting trends in sustainability and innovation. (KUNA)