Category: Islamic Economy
UAE: Emirates Islamic signs new scheme for SMEs
EDB’s Dh100 million Credit Guarantee Scheme supports the goals of the National Agenda under UAE Vision 2021.
UAE: Dubai Islamic Economy Development Centre expands European reach
A roundtable in Malta has provided Dubai Islamic Economy Development Centre an opportunity to expand the footprint of Islamic economy in Europe.
UAE: Dubai Islamic Economy Development Centre Expands Footprint to Far East
Abdulla Mohammed Al Awar, CEO of DIEDC, and Raymond Yip, Deputy Executive Director of HKTDC, signed the agreement during an official visit.
UAE: Dubai Islamic Economy Development Centre Approves Action Plan for 2019
The Minister of Economy stressed that the action plans of the DIEDC Strategy are witnessing remarkable progress, due to the strong collaboration.
Indonesia tries to snare share of $3trln Sharia market with mandatory Halal certification
By Stella-maris Ewudolu – aecnewstoday.com With almost 269 million people, Indonesia is the world’s most Muslim populated country. However, when it comes to cashing in on the global halal industry it ranks 10th, alongside Brunei, for its ability to seize opportunities in the Islamic economy. All that could soon change. Both President Joko Widodo and […]
Malaysia: World Halal Conference 2019 – Fostering a Robust Halal Economy
The 11th Edition of the World Halal Conference aims to foster a robust Halal Economy through global integration and ethical practice.
Qatar Chamber to host Halal Conference & Expo in 2020
This was lauded by representatives of the Islamic chambers participating in the Cairo meeting. They suggested that the event should be held in early 2020.
Halal Market: Investment in an emerging sector
Multinational companies (MNCs) have long realized the huge potential of Halal sector and the entire parallel economy that can be built through Halal businesses.
Malaysia: China’s participation in MIHAS 2019 not affected by US-China trade war
Malaysia could provide an alternative to the Chinese importers affected by the 25 per cent tariffs imposed by the US.
Opinion: Muslims, the world’s last great untapped market
From halal mozzarella to smart hijabs, faith-driven consumers are demanding products that dovetail with their modern lifestyles. A look at where the market is headed – and when
UAE launches integrated ‘Arab system’ for mutual recognition of halal certificates
“The first Arab halal system will include mutual recognition of halal certificates and easing the trade movement between our Arab countries and the world.”
Malaysia: Global Halal Summit: Kuala Lumpur 1 – 6 April 2019
Introduced this year, the Global Halal Summit (GHaS) is a rebrand of the World Halal Week. 6 Programmes catering to different target audiences.
UAE: Dubai Industrial Park Launches a Report Exploring Global Food Trends up to 2030
It identifies 20 global agri-food trends indicating the planet’s prospects for the future, and how this relates to the GCC, from the manufacturing stage to the supply chain.
UAE established and implemented the world’s first Halal food system
Halal food and beverages market is set to reach a value of USD 2.5 trillion this year, according to the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC).
UAE: DAFZA to showcase its premium services to the F&B Industry at Gulfood
DAFZA will highlight its efforts to promote the Halal sector through initiatives such as launching “Dubai Global Gateway to Halal Industries: Your Guide Step by Step”
UAE: Is there a role for startups in the Islamic economy?
In the UAE, Goodforce Labs is one of the few incubators helping startups across a variety of sectors in the halal and Islamic industries.
Opinion: Why more businesses are taking advantage of the growing Halal economy
In recent years we have been able to observe a phenomenal growth in some economical sectors. One such sector is the global Islamic economy.
UK: Islamic Economy Event To take place in Mayfair London
Algebra Consulting is organising a prestigious Islamic Economy Networking Event to take Place at The Arab-British Chamber of Commerce on the 22nd Jan 2019 in the heart of London. Get your invitation.
Opinion: Halal Certification for Global Markets
An overview on Halal standards, certification and accreditation since 2010. 2019 will be seeing the growth in accreditation and hopefully also harmonisation of standards in various regions.
Dubai, Bosnia To Promote Halal Industries In Europe
This was stated after Abdulla Al Awar, CEO of Dubai Islamic Economy Development Centre, and Amer Bukvic, CEO of Bosna Bank International, signed a Memorandum of Understanding, MoU.
