Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Company (ADNEC), the emirate’s premier event venue, is gearing up to host a wide variety of high-level international conferences throughout 2022.

As a key leader in the business tourism industry, ADNEC’s hosting of these important and strategic conferences strengthens the reputation of Abu Dhabi as a global business tourism destination and reflects the company's readiness to welcome the visitors and exhibitors from the region and around the world. ADNEC’s events are delivered to the highest standards, befitting the regional and international reputation of the UAE.

Khalifa Al Qubaisi, Chief Commercial Officer of Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Center (ADNEC), said:  “This impressive line-up of important conferences highlights the diverse range of events that are coming to both ADNEC and Abu Dhabi and its events like these that support UAE businesses and global stakeholders. ADNEC has a wide range of facilities and the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre is one of the Middle East’s and the world’s leading exhibitions venue and I am confident that this year will be a successful one.”

The 6th edition of the International Society of the Substance Use Professionals (ISSUP) will be taking place under the partnership of ICUDDR, INL, ISSUP and NRC at ANDEC from May 11 to 16, 2022.  This event will bring the latest learning from the fields of substance use prevention, treatment and recovery support and allow the global workforce to meet and exchange. There will be an in person three-day conference with keynote speakers sharing the latest developments from the field.

May 30 to June 2 will see the Worldchefs Congress & Expo held at ADNEC with the Emirates Culinary Guild as a co-organiser. The event will united a global community of chefs and cross-industry innovators to explore the past, present, and future of the culinary trade. The event gives the opportunity to connect with thought-leaders and key influencers from progressive, relevant industries for an immersive program designed to promote collaboration, build relationships, and set light to a shared vision for the future of hospitality.