Fifth Dubai International Food Safety Conference conference and it was nice to see so many IAFP Members participating by speaking or through poster presentations. It was truly in IAFP’s spirit of sharing information on protecting the food supply with food safety professionals “worldwide”. DIFSC provides delegates with a good understanding of the current food safety T issues, food safety management techniques and the best practices followed in the food industry. The Conference offers an excellent opportunity for industry professionals to meet with experts from around the world while acting as a platform to resolve food safety issues in the region. Direct interaction with presenters provides attendees and students the proper conditions to learn about food safety. At the Opening Session, IAFP Executive Director David Tharp presented infor- he Fifth Dubai International Food Safety Conference (DIFSC) took place over the dates of February 21 to 24 at the Dubai Convention and Exhibition Centre. Alongside of Gulfood Expo, DIFSC attracted more than 1,200 attendees from 53 countries with a large increased participation from researchers and university personnel. IAFP is proud to be involved in supporting this food safety 282 FOOD PROTECTION TRENDS | MAY 2010