Category: EU
Spain: Muslims Can Savor A Halal Spin On Spain’s Famous Jamon
In Cumbres Mayores, a town in the heart of Spain’s most traditional ham-producing region, a Tunisian émigré has created the country’s first halal jamón.
EU: Polish court overturns ban on ritual slaughter
The court argued that the constitution guarantees the freedom of religious practice. It is a victory for Poland’s small Jewish and Muslim and agriculture communities.
Malaysia: Marrybrown eyes Europe entry
Home-grown fast food restaurant chain, Marrybrown Sdn Bhd, which has sustained its presence in the international markets, is looking to penetrate into Europe
Spain charms Muslim tourists
Spain is regarded as a must-see destination: a bridge between Europe and Islam, and whose history has left many visible traces of 5 centuries of Arab rule.
France: A Made in France ‘Halal test’ to check for pork
In a similar style to a pregnancy test, the test consists of a strip which the consumer must put into a glass of warm water containing a sample of food.
Belgian far-right party to push for ritual slaughter ban
Weyts’ ban was seen as designed to stop the killing of thousands of sheep in provisionary slaughterhouses operated by Muslims for Eid al Fitr.
France most popular European travel destination for Muslims
Of the 400 Muslim respondents from Saudi Arabia, Malaysia, and the United Arab Emirates, 30 percent cited France as their top European destination.
Third Sarajevo Halal Forum: BOSNET awarded the certificate
In the period between the two Forums, this year’s and last year’s, a number of positive developments have been made which testify to the dynamism of the halal sector.
Spain interested in developing Halal Industry
Spain is interested in engaging more Muslim countries in business and trade especially in the Halal food sector, bolstered by its strong agriculture industry.
Spain: Halal Tourism Conference attracts hotel experts
Taking place in Granada, Spain on September 22-23, The Halal Tourism Conference 2014 will provide a platform to discuss Halal tourism with experts in the industry.
Halal slaughter remains legal in Denmark
No slaughter without pre-stunning has been registered in Denmark in the last ten years. It is still permitted to import meat slaughtered without pre-stunning.
European halal market worth an estimated $30bn
According to industry analysis, in the last few years the European halal market has grown on average by around 15% per annum.
UK: Halal Food Authority recognised by JAKIM Malaysia
Halal Food Authority has been confirmed as a recognised Halal Certification Body by the Halal Hub Division of JAKIM after a rigourous audit of their certification and audit procedures.
Opinion: Losing Halal Meat Market Synergies ?
Achieving Global Halal Integrity is not only difficult to achieve, from time to time it may result in unforeseen side-effects.
France suspends plans for Halal prison meals
The administrative tribunal said that the failure to provide halal meals would infringe on the right of Muslim prisoners to freely practice their religion.
“The Islamization of Food” : A Demonstration of Fractures in French Society ?
ASIDCOM is still concerned about setting standards with a real respect for Muslim’s religious right to select foods to meet their requirements.
Spain regulates Halal food
Cordoba-based Halal Institute has cooperated with the Spanish standardization authority to develop new regulations related to the growing halal market.
UAE: S’N’B Unveils Luxury Collection of Natural Halal Nail Polishes
Breathable, water-based, water-permeable, and water-removable Halal nail polishes to debut at Beauty World ME, Dubai.
Deutsche Bank clashes with NGOs over food speculation
NGOs and investors are at odds over the effects of food speculation, causing the European Parliament to propose limiting direct stakeholder purchases, and Deutsche Bank to cover its tracks amid a flood of accusations.
World Halal Food Council sees Italy as potential Halal hub
The message was delivered by WHFC at an event organized by the Italian section of the Halal International Authority (HIA) recently held in Rome.
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