Ports across the UAE remain operational, he said, but vessels are reluctant to approach, leaving cargo stranded or rerouted. To maintain supply of fresh goods, the company has resorted to chartering aircraft to transport products from India. An alternative route involves shipping goods to Oman and transporting them overland into the UAE and neighboring markets. Meanwhile, freight rates in the region have surged by nearly 500 percent, further straining exporters already grappling with uncertainty. Long-term opportunity amid short-term disruptionDespite the immediate challenges, the Halal market continues to present significant long-term potential.

Source: VietNamNet News April 06, 2026 00:13 UTC