Category: Asia
UAE-based halal forum ‘ready to support India’
UAE-headquartered International Halal Accreditation Forum is ready to support India in its halal industry and in bridging consumer awareness gaps, said a top official.
Philippines enter $3-trillion global Halal market
DTI adopted on July 26 the implementing rules and regulations (IRR) of Republic Act 10817, or the Philippine Halal Export Development and Promotion Act of 2016.
Singapore: Vitafoods Asia 2017: – Industry Players Optimistic of Future
The global nutraceuticals market size is expected to reach $302,306 million by 2022, with a CAGR of 7.04% from 2016 to 2022.
Brunei Halal products enter UAE market in Mideast push
Halal major Ghanim International Corporation Sdn Bhd is setting its sights on the massive Middle East market, in bid to build bruneihalalfoods.
Sime Darby’s subsidiary inks MoU to develop Halal compliant infrastructure in China
Sime Darby said HDC will be working with both WSD in China and Sime Darby in Malaysia to further strengthen Malaysia’s leadership in the Halal industry.
Malaysia: HALFEST ASEAN 2017
Malaysia and ASEAN Halal industry players now have the perfect platform to be competitive, progressive, and sustainable by helping them expand their business network.
Amanah Halal Research Centre Launches Certified Halal Auditor Online Study Program
Amanah Halal Research Centre has launched Certified Halal Auditor, an online 3 months study program.
“Taiwan Halal Center” Vanguard of the New Muslim Expansion Plan
Taiwan External Trade Development Council has commissioned the Bureau of Foreign Trade to establish the “Taiwan Halal Center” (THC).
Cambodia: Cooperation for Halal food standards
Cambodia will cooperate with Thailand and Malaysia to establish halal standards to cater to the rising number of national and international tourists visiting Cambodia.
Indonesia: Halal certification shouldn’t burden industry: F&B producers
The halal certification will give added value to the products on the global market, but we hope the certification process will not add to the industry’s burden.
Opinion: The Shari’ah Rules Regarding Vinegar
There is a difference of opinion among the jurists with regards to the permissibility of keeping wine with the intention of turning it into vinegar.
The customer base for halal cosmetics is growing gradually in Bangladesh
People in Muslim-majority Bangladesh have become more brand conscious and are following global trends, particularly in fashion and cosmetics.
Thailand yet to reach full potential as top Muslim travel destination
Work was underway to finalise a common certification system for Thailand’s growing number of hotels, restaurants and other products.
Malaysia: What you need to know about Halal beauty in Malaysia
ELLE magazine speaks to PrettySuci and mySMINK, two of Malaysia’s rising beauty platforms about their products and the demand for halal cosmetics.
Malaysia: HDC sees 5%-6% Halal exports growth this year
“We see a lot of potential, particularly in the halal ingredients segment, which is still in its infancy and we also see the need to increase the number of experts in this segment,” HDC CEO said.
Singapore: Vitafoods Asia Elevates 2017 Learning Programme
Vitafoods Asia, the only event dedicated to the nutraceutical, functional food and beverages, and dietary supplement industries in Asia, today announces the agenda for its 2017 Conference Programme.
Singapore companies well-placed to tap China’s Halal market
China’s halal market is valued at US$21 billion and is one of the fastest-growing in the world. But it lacks national standards and legislative support as its certification centres are only regional.
Malaysia Halal Council to launch framework by year-end
The Malaysia Halal Council expects to launch its framework, focusing on empowering local halal companies, making them visible globally and increasing the participation of Bumiputera entrepreneurs by year-end.
Al Islami tops list of influential halal food companies
Top companies considered were Al Islami, BRF, Nestlé, Malaysian agro-foods company QL Foods, and American Wholefoods supplier Saffron Road.
Indonesia told to develop Halal industry
“We need to think about a roadmap to develop a halal industry [in Indonesia] that is consistent with the existing National Industry Development Masterplan (RIPIN),” said CORE researcher.
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