Dubai International Food Safety Conference 2025 Kicks Off with Focus on Technology and Innovation

The 19th edition of the Dubai International Food Safety Conference opened on 17 November, bringing together over 3,500 participants and 225 global experts to discuss innovations in food safety and sustainable practices.

Organised by Dubai Municipality at the Dubai World Trade Centre under the theme “Technology and Innovation in Food Safety”, the three-day event runs until 19 November and features specialists from 70 countries. The conference is held in cooperation with the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), the International Association for Food Protection, and the National Environmental Health Association.

Dubai Municipality highlighted the conference as a global hub for discussions on AI-driven food safety, sustainable practices, and innovations that reduce food waste. Initiatives unveiled include the “Food Safety Storytellers – Creators” programme to train professionals and content creators, the “AI Food Intelligence Guide” for predictive food safety solutions, and “DM Checked”, a digital platform for inspection and nutrition monitoring.

During the opening day, winners of the second DM Food Elite Programme were recognised for excellence in safety, nutrition, sustainability, innovation, and digital transformation across independent restaurants, hotel restaurants, and quick-service/cafeteria establishments.

Dubai Municipality and FAO reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening global food safety systems, advancing technology-driven monitoring, and fostering collaboration to build resilient, sustainable food ecosystems in line with global Sustainable Development Goals.