India Food Exports to UAE See Major Growth Potential Post-FTA

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India Food Exports to UAE See Major Growth Potential Post-FTA
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India's food and beverage exports to the UAE have significant untapped potential, currently valued at $3.6 billion against the UAE's $22 billion import market. The Trade Promotion Council of India (TPCI) notes strong demand and India's growing reliability as a supplier. A recent free trade agreement is expected to drive substantial expansion opportunities.

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UAE Market Offers Big Growth for Indian Food Producers

India's food and beverage sector can significantly boost its exports to the United Arab Emirates, according to the Trade Promotion Council of India (TPCI). Indian shipments currently total $3.6 billion, a small part of the UAE's roughly $22 billion in food and beverage imports. This gap shows a large, unexplored market for Indian products.

Trade Gains Momentum After Free Trade Agreement

From 2021 to 2025, India's food and beverage exports to the UAE grew at an annual rate of 11.3 percent, reaching $3.6 billion in 2025. This increase reflects rising demand in the UAE and strengthens India's position as a reliable supplier of staples, processed foods, meats, and agricultural products. TPCI Chairman Mohit Singla pointed out that the UAE relies heavily on imports, sourcing about 85-90% of its food needs from abroad.

Initiatives to Boost Trade Ties

India holds around a 10% share of the UAE's food import market. With improved trade relations and investments in food processing and logistics, India is positioned to increase this share. The free trade agreement, effective May 1, 2022, opens a new chapter for the India-UAE food partnership. To support this, the Abu Dhabi Food Hub and TPCI launched the Indo-Food Park in Mumbai on May 19. This park aims to connect Indian food companies with the Abu Dhabi Food Hub, improving their access to GCC and global markets.

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