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UAE retailers tap alternative ways to fill food aisle
Dubai retailers are finding new ways to bring goods to the UAE. A truck is traveling from London to Dubai carrying snacks. This land route bypasses shipping disruptions. Other retailers are flying in food from India. These efforts ensure supermarket shelves remain stocked for consumers. The UAE is actively monitoring food prices.
Dubai keeps shelves stocked even as war disrupts food shipments
The Middle East war is straining food supply chains in the UAE, which imports about 90% of its food, as disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz delay shipments of items such as rice, meat and coffee. Some cargo is being rerouted by air or road, while retailers like Lulu have started chartering cargo flights to keep supermarket shelves stocked.
8 Indians win dirham 1 million each in UAE draw
The 'Big Ticket Draw' held at Abu Dhabi International Airport on Thursday is the largest and longest-running monthly raffle draw for cash prizes and dream luxury cars.
