Global Food Security Summit Concludes in Abu Dhabi with Renewed Commitment to Strengthening Global Food Security
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ABU DHABI, UAE / ACCESS Newswire / October 10, 2026 / The second edition of the Global Food Security Summit (GFSS) concluded at ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi after two days of discussions held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister, Chairman of the Presidential Court, and Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Abu Dhabi Agriculture and Food Safety Authority (ADAFSA). The summit took place on 6 and 7 October 2026 as part of Global Food Week.
Organised by ADNEC Group, a Modon company, and hosted by ADAFSA, with the support of the Ministry of Climate Change and Environment (MOCCAE), the summit reaffirmed Abu Dhabi's role as a global hub for dialogue, partnership and innovation in food security. By convening governments, international organisations, financial institutions, investors, industry leaders and experts, the event contributed to advancing collaborative action towards more resilient, sustainable and inclusive food systems worldwide.
Held under the theme "Global Collaboration for Food Security for All," GFSS 2026 drew broad participation from governments, international organisations, financial institutions, investors, academia, industry leaders and innovation experts. Discussions focused on strengthening partnerships, mobilising investment and accelerating collective action to address global food security challenges, with participants emphasising the importance of transforming commitments into practical actions and measurable outcomes that support the development of more resilient, sustainable and inclusive food systems worldwide.
The participation of the Republic of India as Guest of Honour was among the key highlights of this year's summit, underscoring the depth of the strategic relationship between the UAE and India. The participation provided a valuable opportunity for the exchange of knowledge and experiences in food security, agricultural innovation and sustainable development, further strengthening cooperation between the two countries in these vital sectors.
His Excellency Dr. Tariq Ahmed Al Ameri, Acting Director General of ADAFSA, said: "The second edition of the Global Food Security Summit reflected Abu Dhabi's vision of transforming global dialogue into practical partnerships and initiatives that support the development of more resilient food systems capable of adapting to future challenges. The summit successfully brought together policymakers, investors, innovators and experts from around the world on a single platform to discuss shared solutions and strengthen international cooperation in this vital field."
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