Global Food Security Summit (GFSS) - Global Food Week

Held Under the Patronage of H.H Sheikh Mansour Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister, Chairman of the Presidential Court, and Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Abu Dhabi Agriculture and Food Safety Authority (ADAFSA)

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TURNING GLOBAL DIALOGUE INTO COORDINATED ACTION

The Global Food Security Summit 2026 brings together governments, international organisations, financial institutions, investors, industry leaders, researchers and innovators to address the challenges shaping global food systems. More than a platform for dialogue, GFSS is designed to turn shared priorities into practical outcomes by advancing partnerships, unlocking investment and supporting the development of resilient, sustainable and inclusive food systems.

WHY IT MATTERS

Food systems worldwide are facing increasing pressure from climate change, geopolitical tensions, supply chain disruption, rising costs and unequal access to nutritious food. GFSS provides a platform for countries, institutions and industries to align priorities, exchange expertise and advance scalable solutions to these shared challenges.

Key Statistics

70+
Countries Represented
80+
Speakers
350+
Registered CEOs
3500+
Delegates
20+
Ministers and senior government officials
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THEME AND PROGRAMME

''GLOBAL COLLABORATION FOR FOOD SECURITY FOR ALL''

The 2026 theme highlights the shared responsibility of governments, businesses, investors, researchers and international organisations in transforming global food systems. Across two days, the summit will examine how international cooperation, emerging technologies, trade, investment and resilient infrastructure can strengthen global food security.

Key Areas of Discussion

International cooperation and food diplomacy
Climate-resilient agriculture
Strategic food corridors and trade
AI-driven food ecosystems
Inclusive food systems
Nutrition security

TWO DAYS OF GLOBAL DIALOGUE

6 October 2026

International Cooperation for Global Food Security

Examining the policies, partnerships and investments required to build more resilient, inclusive and sustainable food systems

Policy
Investment
Partnerships

7 October 2026

Innovation, Technology and Future Systems

Exploring how AI, digital infrastructure, resilient supply chains, sustainable water management and strategic partnerships are shaping the future of food security.

Ai & Digital
Water
Supply Chains
Partnerships

GFSS Speakers

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H.E. Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi

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H.E Dr. Tareq Al Ameri

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H.E. Dr. Obaid Saif Hamad Al Zaabi

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H.E. Dr. Amal Abdulrahim

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H.E Basel Hafez al-Suweydan

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H.E. Dr. Mohammed Ibrahim Al Dhaheri

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Diane Menville

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Dr. Haifa Al Kaylani OBE

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Ahmad Mukhtar

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Dr. Abdulmonem Almarzooqi

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H.E. Mohammed Saeed Al Nuaimi