The Philippines is set to showcase a wide range of premium, export-ready food products at Gulfood 2026 in Dubai, positioning itself to tap rising global demand for Philippine food and ingredients.
The country will be represented by 25 enterprises seeking to expand their footprint in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), a market showing growing demand for nutritious and high-quality food products.
On display will be fresh and processed fruits and vegetables, ethnic and gourmet offerings, non-alcoholic beverages, plant-based alternatives, cereals and cereal products, bakery items and confectionery, food ingredients and condiments, as well as ready-to-eat and prepared foods.
With support from the Department of Trade and Industry–Center for International Trade Expositions and Missions (DTI-CITEM), the companies are strengthening links with Dubai-based and MENA-region grocers, importers, distributors, and other trade players seeking Halal-certified products.
They will exhibit under the FOODPhilippines banner, CITEM’s branding initiative promoting the country as a reliable exporter of food and ingredients. The Philippine Pavilion will be open at the Dubai Exhibition Centre in Expo City Dubai from January 26 to 30.
Gulfood 2026 marks the Philippines’ 21st participation in the global trade show, as it builds on momentum from last year’s edition, which generated USD 135 million in export sales.
