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APEDA–InD Events Dubai MoU: Gulfood Partner Country Role for India

22 September 20261 min read
AGRICULTURE & RURALAPEDA–InD EventsDubai MoU: GulfoodPartner Country Rolefor India22 September 2026safalsetu.com

Why in the news

APEDA tied up with the company behind Gulfood to open more overseas market doors for Indian food products.

Key facts

  • The MoU pairs APEDA with InD Events Dubai, the company that organises Gulfood.
  • India holds the Official Partner Country slot at Gulfood 2027 again, a second consecutive year.
  • Beneficiaries: MSMEs, FPOs, startups and exporters led by women or SC/ST groups, through buyer linkages and market access.

About APEDA

FeatureDetail
Established1986
Legal basisAPEDA Act, 1985
Parent ministryCommerce and Industry

Exam angle

  • Event organiser: InD Events Dubai (Gulfood).
  • India’s role at Gulfood 2027: Official Partner Country, again.
  • APEDA’s parent ministry: Commerce and Industry.

Test yourself

1. Which body signed an MoU with InD Events Dubai, organiser of Gulfood?

APEDA signed the MoU.

2. In which year will India be Official Partner Country at Gulfood, for the second consecutive year?

India will be Official Partner Country at Gulfood 2027.

3. APEDA functions under which ministry?

APEDA operates under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry.

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