Chile successfully concluded its participation at Gulfood Dubai 2026, the world’s largest and most influential food and beverage trade exhibition, marking a highly positive outcome for the Chilean delegation led by ProChile and supported by the local office.
Over five days of exhibition, the Chile Pavilion brought together more than 20 Chilean exporting companies, showcasing a diversified portfolio of premium food products, including nuts, dried fruits, prunes, raisins, cereals, plant-based products and value-added agro-food solutions, tailored to the needs of the Middle East and international markets.
Strong Commercial Results and Market Interest
Chile’s participation at Gulfood 2026 generated significant commercial momentum, with preliminary results reflecting the growing interest in Chilean food products in the Gulf region:
- More than 800 B2B business meetings held with importers, distributors, retailers and food industry professionals.
- Participation of buyers and visitors from over 40 countries, including the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Oman, Kuwait, India and Africa.
- Estimated business expectations exceeding US$ 53 Millon in short- and medium-term opportunities.
- Strong demand identified for walnuts, prunes, raisins, almonds, oats and plant-based products, aligned with regional trends in food security, health and sustainability.
These results confirm Chile’s position as a reliable, competitive and high-quality food supplier, capable of responding to the evolving needs of global markets.
Official Statement
“Chile’s participation at Gulfood Dubai 2026 has been extremely successful and reinforces our long-term strategy in the Gulf region,” said Sharif Chacoff, Trade Commissioner of Chile for the GCC. “USD 53 million in projected business generated by the Chilean delegation at Gulfood, reaffirming not only the importance of this global trade platform, but also the quality of Chilean products and their strong competitiveness in the international market..”
Beyond immediate commercial outcomes, Gulfood 2026 strengthened Chile’s institutional and business presence in the region, fostering long-term partnerships, enhancing brand visibility for Chilean companies and reinforcing cooperation between public and private stakeholders.
The event also highlighted Chile’s competitive advantages, including high food safety standards, traceability, sustainability, certified production systems and market access to over 170 countries, making Chile a key contributor to global food systems.
Looking Ahead
Building on the success of Gulfood 2026, ProChile will continue supporting Chilean exporters in the Middle East through follow-up activities, trade missions and market development initiatives, with the goal of consolidating and expanding Chile’s footprint in the Gulf food market.
Media Contact:
Stefanno Martin
PR / Media Manager – Chile Gulfood 2026
