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26 January 2026, 16:16

Belarus showcases original products in two thematic pavilions at Gulfood 2026

MINSK, 26 January (BelTA) - The Belarus. The Taste of Nature exposition is being presented at the Gulfood 2026 food and beverage exhibition running from 26 to 30 January in Dubai, UAE, BelTA learned from Belinterexpo.

Experts and professional buyers note that the 2026 exhibition is setting unprecedented trends for the coming years, both in terms of the quality of products on display and the trade and economic agenda, in which, without exaggeration, the entire world is participating.

Belarus is a regular participant in Gulfood. The exclusive partner and organizer of the Belarus. The Taste of Nature exposition for domestic producers is the Belinterexpo company at the Belarusian Chamber of Commerce and Industry.

“Gulfood is the world’s largest industry event. By participating in the event, Belarusian enterprises establish new partnerships, conduct negotiations with representatives of key retail chains from dozens of regions - all within the framework of a single expo. For example, as a result of participation in previous years, Belarusian companies launched deliveries of their products to countries in the Persian Gulf, Africa, and Asia. Possibilities for exports to Latin American countries are being explored too,” Belinterexpo said. 
For the first time at Gulfood Belarusian producers are featured in two thematic pavilions: Dairy Products and Meat and Fish Products, which has attracted new participants and expanded the range of products on display.

The Belarus exposition offers popular thematic tasting stations have been organized, along with a series of culinary workshops featuring exclusive recipes from Belarusian chef Anton Kalenik.

As the organizers emphasize, the core component of the Belarusian exposition is high-quality products from renowned domestic manufacturers.

With the participation of Consul General of the Republic of Belarus in Dubai Aleksei Zhaldybin, first meetings were held between Belarusian business and that of the United Arab Emirates. Guests at the exposition were given a detailed introduction to the Belarusian products on display. For example, the Dairy Products pavilion is showcasing a wide range of product offerings, including those made from dry milk, assorted cheeses, and desserts. The Meat and Fish Products pavilion is presenting a diverse assortment of meat, fish products, and exclusive delicacies.

 The working agenda of the Belarusian delegation includes a series of B2B events, such as joint business sessions with representatives of Dubai's retail chains and negotiations with the organizers of the upcoming Saudi Food Show 2026 regarding the participation of Belarusian companies. This exhibition is a continuation of Gulfood and is scheduled to be held from 15 to 17 June in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. 
Gulfood 2026 has brought together over 1.5 million product items and goods from 8,500 participants from more than 190 countries. For the first time in Gulfood's history, it is held at two main venues: Dubai World Trade Center and Dubai Exhibition Centre at Expo City Dubai. The total exhibition space has expanded to 240,000 square meters, now representing the world's largest trade exhibition venue in the food and beverage sector.

Gulfood features companies from the European Union, the United States, Canada, Australia, Africa, the Middle East, Asia, Latin America, and the Eurasian region. With each edition, the pool of Gulfood participants grows. This year, Ghana, Kazakhstan, Qatar, Uganda, Sweden, Slovakia, Luxembourg, and Kuwait have joined the event. The official partner country for Gulfood 2026 is India. 

Photos courtesy of Belinterexpo
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