Leading international experts will converge in Dubai in December to take part in a specialized conference on natural and organic products that will be held alongside the third edition of the Middle East Natural and Organic Products Expo from December 6 – 8, 2005 at the Grand Hyatt Convention Center in Dubai. The conference, organized by the International Federation of Organic Agriculture Movements (IFOAM) and the Organic Trade Association (OTA) will focus on discussing key aspects of the flourishing natural and organic products industry in the Middle East.
Joe Smillie, Senior Vice President OTA, Katherine Dimatteo, Executive Director, OTA, Gerald A. Herrmann, the newly elected IFOAM President and Neil Sorensen, Communications and Events Manager, IFOAM, along with other eminent speakers will speak on topics such as organic agriculture, organic trade in the Middle East, organic medicines, marketing and retailing aspects of organic products and natural treatment and healing.
The Middle East Natural and Organic Products Expo has attracted over 250 exhibitors from 50 countries who will showcase a wide range of organic and natural products, including cosmetics, organic food, baby care, aromatherapy, yoga, naturopathy, food and beverage, natural juices, dairy products, music, herbal remedies, energy substitutes, fabrics and clothing, furniture and stationery.
“The third edition of the Middle East Natural and Organic Products Expo will be a comprehensive offering, as it will not only feature a wide array of natural and organic products, but will also throw light on various aspects of this industry, both on a regional and international level,” said Girish Dabrai, Managing Director, Global Links.
“The line up of several renowned speakers at the conference adds value to the show and contributes in enhancing its popularity and significance. The overwhelming number of exhibitors from around the world, who will be participating in the expo is further proof that the event has already emerged as a premier show of its kind in the region. The Middle East markets have shown tremendous potential in the recent years for organic products, which will be duly exploited by manufacturers, producers and distributors, through their participation in exhibitions such as these.”
The exhibition, organized by Global Links will be held under the patronage of the Ministry of Agriculture, the Zayed Complex for Herbal Research and Traditional Medicine, and the Ministry of Health, along with the co-operation of IFOAM.
Over 9000 visitors comprising buyers, importers, distributors and wholesalers from all over the Middle East, the Pan Arab region, the Indian sub continent, the Levant region, North Africa and CIS countries will be part of the three day exhibition. Exhibiting countries will include Malaysia, Spain, Indonesia, Portugal, Morocco, United Kingdom, Pakistan, Sweden, Netherlands, Holland, Canada, Mexico, Egypt, UAE, Kuwait, Zambia, Belgium, Nairobi, Iran, Russia, India, Germany, Italy, Singapore, Australia and many more.
The timings of the exhibition will be from 11 am to 8 pm from December 6-8, with free visitor registration for the exhibition and conferences, on all three days of the event.
Global Links is a leading player in the MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences & Exhibitions) market. It was established as a Limited Liability Company with the principal objective of efficiency and effectiveness in building bridges among nations through trade shows, exhibitions and conferences.
About Middle East Natural & Organic Products Expo:
The “Middle East Natural & Organic Products Expo” is the largest exclusive trade show on natural and organic products in the Middle East, North African, Levant and the Indian subcontinent region. Among the most vibrant exhibitions in the region, the “Middle East Natural & Organic Products Expo” showcases the latest in natural medicines and pharma products, beauty and personal care products, herbs and spices, nutrition products, health products and diet supplements, organic food and beverages, alternative and traditional medicine, and relaxation products. More than 250 industry leaders from over 50 countries around the world exhibit their products and services at the event. Middle East Natural & Organic Products Expo provides exhibitors an ideal platform to establish collaboration, appoint distributors, widen client base and strengthen customer relations.
About IFOAM:
IFOAM is the worldwide umbrella organization for the organic movement, uniting more than 750 member organizations in 108 countries. Leading the organic movement worldwide, IFOAM implements the will of its broad-based constituency - from farmers' organizations to multinational certification agencies, ensuring the credibility and longevity of organic agriculture as a means to ecological, economic and social sustainability. IFOAM provides platforms to stakeholders for a wide range of purposes. Through international conferences, committee meetings and other forums, IFOAM facilitates the ongoing and constructive dialogue about the future and status of organic agriculture. IFOAM actively participates in international agricultural and environmental negotiations with the United Nations and multilateral institutions to further the interests of the organic agricultural movement worldwide.
About Global Links:
Global Links Exhibition & Conference Organizers LLC is one of the leading organizers of exhibitions and conferences in the Middle East. Founded in 2003, Global Links has emerged as a trend-setter in the MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Exhibitions) industry. The hallmark of the company is its strong organizational structure, with a highly professional management and a team of professional staff who bring with them years of experience in the field of exhibitions. Global Links are the organizers of a number of high-profile events in the region, including the Middle East Natural & Organic Products Expo, Middle East Commercial Vehicle Show, Art & Antique Expo and the Middle East Kiosk & Vending Expo.
