Dubai: Jebel Ali Free Zone (Jafza) has hosted the UK Business Forum for British companies operating in the free zone to strengthen partnerships and explore opportunities in the Middle East and African region. The forum was held in the presence of Paul Fox, British Consul General in Dubai and Northern Emirates; Mohammad Al Muallem, CEO of Jafza and Senior Vice-President & Managing Director of DP World — UAE Region and senior officials from renowned companies. The number of British companies in Jafza has increased by 7 per cent year-on-year in the past five years to over 400.