With the support of Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President of the UAE, Deputy Prime Minister, Head of the Presidential Court, and Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Abu Dhabi Agriculture and Food Safety Authority, the Abu Dhabi Food and Agriculture Organization Safety Authority, Abu Dhabi Ports Authority, and Abu Dhabi Projects and Infrastructure Center opened the veterinary quarry at Port Khalifa in Abu Dhabi.
The veterinary quarry extends over an area of 32,700 square meters, and aims to strengthen the vital food security system, protect human and animal health, and ensure food safety in the emirate. Abu DhabiAnd support efforts The UAE In achieving global leadership in the field of food security.
The veterinary quarry contributes to promoting the live animal trade, supports livestock imports, increases re-export opportunities, and attracts local and international companies that operates in the field of live animal trade and the meat industry, which reinforces Abu Dhabi’s position as a regional and global center. for importing and re-exporting live animals, and enhancing the economic situation of the emirate.
Food security
Mohammed Al Nuaimi, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Climate Change and the Environment, said: “Within the framework of the implementation of the strategic directions of the state, the Ministry, in collaboration with all partners before – strategic, working to strengthen the bio- and food security system according to a forward-looking vision that aims to implement management and health policies and rules derived from international standards to ensure that agricultural shipments flow smoothly across state borders, through a package of control and inspection procedures for shipments that come through the approved border crossings.”
He said, “The veterinary quarry at Khalifa Port in Abu Dhabi is a facility to diversify import sources and support supply chains, which are among the fundamental pillars of enhancing food security and ensure stability. “
Global leadership
Saeed Al Ameri, Director General of the Abu Dhabi Agriculture and Food Safety Authority, said: “Investment in the veterinary quarry reflects the commitment of the leader to achieve global leadership in food security, safety and the well-being of society, and increasing the quality of life. Through it, we reduce the risks associated with diseases that are common between humans and animals by detecting diseases in imported animals early and preventing them from entering the state .
He added, “We are pleased to work with Abu Dhabi Ports Group to develop and secure a more sustainable food supply chain. which was established under the directives of Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan represents an advanced solution to ensure the sustainability of the food supply chain.
His Excellency explained, “Standard procedures from the country of origin will be applied to animals obtained through the quarry to ensure that they are free of diseases and their causes in accordance with relevant legislation. This will reduce the percentage of shipments that are rejected because they do not meet health conditions, which enables the live animal trade and attracts companies working in the field.”
Encourage innovation
In turn, engineer Maysara Eid, Acting Director General of the Abu Dhabi Center for Projects and Infrastructure, said: “This partnership embodies our strong commitment that is rooted in our approach in terms of strategic partnerships, and the successful completion of the veterinary quarry project in Port Khalifa. evidence of our constant willingness to execute projects smoothly, increase innovation and flexibility, and our vital role in reshaping the infrastructure landscape in Abu Dhabi to a prosperous future and achieve sustainability.”
Captain Mohammed Al Shamsi, Managing Director and CEO of Abu Dhabi Ports Group, said: “The continued expansion of Khalifa Port contributes to cementing our position as one of the most important tributaries of trade, business and logistics services in the division of teams, coordination has been made between the Abu Dhabi Agriculture and Food Safety Authority and the Abu Dhabi Ports Authority to design The project is being implemented according to the best international standards, and the quarry is expected to play a major role in ensuring local and regional food. security through its infrastructure that meets customer needs.”
2024-08-26 07:24:00
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