Dubai Waterfront Market Hosts Japan Consulate to Boost Food Trade

Waterfront Market, Dubai’s largest fresh food market, welcomed H.E. Jun Imanishi, Consul General of Japan in Dubai, alongside Mr. Kenta Shiraki, Consul, Consulate General of Japan, for an official visit on 15 April 2026. The delegation was received by Mr. Mohammad Al-Madani, Associate Director Senior Centre Manager at Waterfront Market, along with the market’s management team.

The visit offered a behind-the-scenes look at operations, with a tour across the seafood, meat, and vegetable sections, highlighting how fresh produce is sourced, handled, and distributed at scale. Discussions also touched on supply chain dynamics across regional and international markets, reinforcing the market’s ability to efficiently serve both local demand and global trade.

Waterfront Market continues to play a vital role in strengthening Dubai’s position as a leading global hub for food trade, supporting economic growth and international collaboration. For more information, visit www.waterfrontmarket.ae or follow @wfm.uae on Instagram and @wfmuae on Facebook.