Category: G-20 News
Malaysia and Indonesia rush to slice up $3tn global halal market
Malaysia ranks first among countries best-positioned to seize opportunities in the Islamic economy, according to a 2018-2019 report by Thomson Reuters and DinarStandard.
Opinion: Meet the halal beauty brand looking to appeal to consumers regardless of their religious beliefs
Launching in the UK this June, Shade M will start with 16 shades of liquid lipstick, before rolling out a full range of beauty products.
Opinion: Why fashion brands must try harder to capture the ‘Muslim pound’
This diverse, global and super savvy customer base are increasingly characterised by a desire for conservative clothing with genuine fashion credentials.
UK has approached GCC states for post-Brexit trade pact – UAE minister
Such agreements can take years to negotiate, Sultan bin Saeed al-Mansouri said on a panel at the World Government Summit in Dubai.
UK: ‘Healthy’ Deliveroo-style app to launch in Dubai and London
Abul Rob, founder of online food delivery service Pronto Eat, is looking to claim his own slice of this growing dietary pie.
Indonesia sees US$1.6 billion windfall from Halal labelling rule
Indonesia is overhauling the Halal certification rules as the country’s Shariah economy is set to swell to US$427 billion by 2022.
UK: European vet market leader sets sights on Middle East and Asia
It will be formally launched at Gulfood 2019, the world’s largest annual food and beverage trade exhibition, held in Dubai from 17-21 February.
Biggest Indonesian Islamic bank sees sector riding on a wave of Halal lifestyle
The country’s Halal food spending alone was US$170 billion in 2017, the highest among the top consuming nations.
UK: IFE 2019 – A Taste of Tomorrow
Celebrating its 21st year, The International Food & Drink Event (IFE) – UK’s leading and largest food & drink event – is returning to ExCeL London 17–20 March 2019.
Saudi Arabia: Freed Saudis Resurface Billions Poorer After Prince’s Crackdown
The crown prince said a total of about $107 billion — a mix of cash, real estate, companies and securities — has been recovered from 87 people.
India: Britannia unveils new logo as ‘global total foods company’
Britannia acquired two companies, UAE-based Strategic Food International Co (SFIC) and Oman-based Al Sallan Food Industries 10 years back.
Halal claims: ingredients through to finished products
Halal certified ingredients supplying Halal certified personal care and cosmetic companies.
UK: HFA appoints new interim CEO as Saqib Mohammed departs
Halal Food Authority (HFA) announces that Saqib Mohammed, Chief Executive Officer, has decided to move on from the organisation to relocate to Dubai.
UK: Islamic networking event attracts world Influencers to London
A core benefit of the event delivered by Algebra Consulting was the opportunity for relationships to develop between individuals and business owners.
Turkey: Modanisa announces dates for 2nd edition of Istanbul Modest Fashion Week
Three years after hosting the inaugural Modest Fashion Week, Istanbul is set to stage its second major international event dedicated to modest dressing.
Malaysian halal entrepreneurs will have an easier time expanding into Indonesia
Sirajuddin said negotiations on the agreement had been ongoing for three years and was about 80 per cent completed.
Russia: World Halal Day 2019 to be celebrated in Samara
Investment, trade, infrastructure, livelihood and tourist attraction in the Volga region together with the International Association of Islamic Business (IAIB
Turkey’s first Halal tourism workshop to create ‘common global language’
The workshop will analyze the opportunities for halal tourism in Turkey, as well as the country’s strength and weaknesses.
USA: Midamar Corporation is partnering with Fauzia’s Kitchen Fun to produce a line of Halal frozen entrees
Initially, the line will have four of America’s favorite dishes: Macaroni and Cheese, Beef Biryani, Lasagna, and Salisbury Steak with Mashed Potatoes and Gravy.
Japan: Three-day halal festival draws around 7,000
The expo hosted 95 halal-certified small- and medium-size enterprises from Malaysia, Japan, Indonesia and China at 101 booths and drew about 7,000 patrons over the three days.
