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SARA ALZAABI (ABU DHABI)
Markets across the UAE are buzzing with activity as people begin shopping for Eid Al Adha. From delightful Arabic treats to exclusive handcrafted items, the markets offer a broad selection of products, fulfilling cultural and personal preferences.
One of the annual events that take place during Eid Al Adha is the Big Eid Exhibition at Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC), organised by Al Raya Exhibitions, Organisation, and Management. Running until June 16, the event combines a consumer fair with a traditional celebration. The fair showcases clothes, accessories, fashions, bedding, Indian products, and Moroccan Kaftans. It also features active participation from productive families.
"The fair is designed for the benefit of families, and it features 95 companies, including those from India, China, Morocco, and the United Arab Emirates, as well as other Arab countries. The target audience includes all family members," Hussein Albeb from Al Raya Exhibitions, Organisation, and Management told Aletihad.
He noted that the participants were selected after studying the market and assessing consumer and family demand. "Most of them have a reputable presence and extensive experience in the Abu Dhabi market," he added.
Taking part in the fair is Ghanim Al Salamat, a perfume vendor from Kuwait. "Zayed's children [the Emiratis], welcomed us warmly. Everything is going well, thank God, and the exhibition is impressive. The turnout will improve in the coming days as people will rush for Eid preparations," he said.
Khadija Al Tenaiji, a member of one of the productive families, said: "We regularly participate in both international and local festivals and exhibitions.
This exhibition provides us with another opportunity to showcase our products." Chao Quan, who sells Korean products, said that he is in "love with the UAE". He also noted that Korean products are witnessing high demand at the fair.
For Fatima Al Dhaheri from Abu Dhabi, the event showcases a wide variety of products at attractive prices. Another visitor, Maha Basaloum from Abu Dhabi, said the exhibition offers a wide array of products. "I appreciate the vendors' dealings and the event is well organised," she added.
