On World Intellectual Property, IP, Day, which is celebrated worldwide on 26th April each year, Ahmed Mahboob Musabih, Director-General of Dubai Customs, announced that in Q1 of 2020, the authority dealt with 61 IP disputes, with a value of AED8.167 million.
Dubai external trade in foodstuff in Q1, 2020 made Dh11b (2.87 million tons). Dubai Customs enable all citizens and residents to have access to sufficient, safe and nutritious food, including vegetables, fruits, meats, poultry and fish for an active and healthy life at affordable prices.
Customs transactions in Dubai rose sharply by 60 percent to reach 4 million in Q1, 2020, from 2.5 million in the corresponding quarter last year, reflecting the resilience of Dubai economy and its ability to cope with changes and challenges.