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UAE, Indonesia target $5.5bn trade boost after halal deal
The UAE and Indonesia are targeting a significant increase in bilateral trade to $5.5 billion after signing an agreement to harmonise standards for halal products.
Why boycotting Canadian wheat is likely to backfire for Saudi Arabia
Not surprisingly, that’s pushing up wheat prices. Canada and the U.S. are two of the world’s largest producers of wheat, and farmers on both sides of the border are seeing rising prices for their bumper crop.
Singapore: ITB Asia to launch Muslim Travel Hub and Pavilion
ITB Asia is set to focus on the US$180 billion Muslim travel market this year as it partners with key experts, CrescentRating and Halal Trip for the 3rd edition of the Halal in Travel summit.
Bangladesh: Govt, businesses’ efforts emphasised to tap into $2t global halal market
Bangladesh Investment Development Authority executive chairman suggested that a separate economic zone could be established for manufacturing halal products.
Brunei seeks regional Halal industry hub status
Brunei is working towards positioning itself as a Halal industry hub in the Brunei, Indonesia, Malaysia and the Philippines East ASEAN Growth Area (BIMP-EAGA) and ASEAN regions.
UAE provides technical support to the Philippines to unify the Halal industry
The UAE, supports the Halal products sector in Republic of the Philippines, through technical cooperation and exchange of experiences.
Muslim festival opens opportunities for the UK lamb trade
Marketing sheep at the right time and with the correct specifications was the key for farmers looking to take advantage of the growing Islamic market and its demand for sheepmeat.
Where are the B2B Halal e-commerce Platforms Now?
The three dedicated halal trade and e-commerce platforms— DagangHalal, Zilzar and AladdinStreet—have not been doing well.
Opinion: The fight against diabesity
Obesity rates among children in the Asia Pacific are growing at a rapid rate and will soon pose a serious healthcare threat to countries in the region if no action is taken.
Singapore: Helping probiotics to help you
The general health benefits associated with consuming foods and beverages with probiotic strains have driven demand for them up dramatically.
Singapore: Discover the Nutraceuticals Industry at Vitafoods Asia
Visitors to the upcoming Vitafoods Asia Exhibition and Conference will discover all aspects of the development and application of nutraceuticals.
Dubai Chamber promotes Dubai as strategic hub for Belarusian food exporters
Khan: We have seen strong interest from food exporters in Eurasia that are very keen to cooperate with Dubai on food security.
Japan: Mosque-on-wheels & Halal Tourism
In anticipation of an influx of Muslim tourists for the next Summer Olympics, Japan’s Yasu Project, is pitching its mosque-on-wheels concept to the Tokyo Olympic Committee.
UAE: Mohammed Bin Rashid names new board members of Dubai Islamic Economy Development Centre
The newly appointed members will serve out the remaining term of the existing board. Under this decree, the board had a renewable term of three years.
UK: Factory food? Not for this farming family.
Willowbrook Farm has gained celebrity status among Muslims in the UK, where the halal market is dominated by mass-produced meat to feed mounting demand.
Saudi Arabia: Muslim World League gives update on halal certification work in Saudi Arabia
The MWL confirmed its continuing commitment to applying the highest standards, pointing out that it recently suspended several abattoirs and slaughter companies around the world.
UK: Halal baby food products brand secures funding to reach next level
For Aisha has secured funding through the Enterprise Guarantee Scheme which will help to expand their range of products, and help export worldwide.
UAE’s recognition of Indonesia’s National Accreditation Committee halal certificates
Under the MoU, ESMA will recognise halal certificates issued by KAN and products certified by certification bodies accredited KAN, based on UAE halal requirements set by ESMA.
UK: County leader seeks halal ban meeting with Lancashire Council of Mosques
Currently 9,000 Muslim pupils in Blackburn, Nelson, Burnley, Rawtenstall, Hyndburn and Preston are set to boycott all school meals when they return to class in September.
Islamic countries may soon require ‘Halal’ certification
Philippine exporters to certain Islamic countries may need to strengthen their certification protocols, as Middle Eastern states are reportedly planning to require Halal labeling.
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