Category: Islamic Economy
UAE International Forum for Halal Certification Bodies
Hosting the International Forum for Halal Certification Bodies in Dubai reflects the government’s efforts to be a global reference point in Halal certification.
UAE: Gulfood 2016 to deliver more trends and trade
Gulfood 2016 will host the third Halal World Food, the world’s biggest annual Halal food sourcing trade event.
UAE: Sheikh Hamdan issues direction to hold Global Islamic Economy Summit 2016
MENAFN Press Dubai-UAE: 12 December 2015 – Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Crown Prince of Dubai issued directions for the 3rd Global Islamic Economy Summit to […]
UAE: Sheikh Mohammad issues law for Emirates Global Accreditation Centre
The newly established centre will form one of the key sources of the Halal sector that helps complement the organisational infrastructure.
USA: Why property professionals want a slice of the Halal sector
Overseas property professionals are increasingly looking at ways of appealing to Muslim investors and providing Shariah-compliant opportunities.
Eight prominent people from Qatar in ‘Islamica 500’
Islamic 500 is a publication of the ISFIN Institute, the academic and training subsidiary of ISFIN, the World’s leading advisory for the Islamic markets.
UAE to drive Mena food industry
Dubai is a growing hub for food manufacturers and we are seeing a spurt in investments in this region, said Saleh Abdullah Lootah, President, FBMB Group.
Opinion: Halal food standards too complex-Nestlé
Demand for halal food is growing but confusion surrounding global standards is hindering the industry’s potential, said an executive at Nestle, the world’s biggest food group.
The Islamic economy: untapped opportunity for entrepreneurs?
“Muslim customers who value their culture and religious customs, were the main drivers of Islamic economy,” said Adil Mustapha, acting head of Islamic Finance at Thomson Reuters.
Yunus joins Dubai ruler to help shape UAE’s welfare project
The UAE is seeking assistance from Nobel Laureate Muhammad Yunus in designing a massive welfare programme it launched on Sunday to combat poverty.
Global Islamic Economy Summit 2015 concludes in Dubai
The second edition of GIES was attended by 3,500 visitors and stakeholders from the government, financial and investment sectors from more than 85 countries worldwide.
Dubai to aim to be hub for halal accreditation worldwide
Dubai Municipality is handling certification of halal establishments and products; the launch of an independent accreditation body is currently in its final stages.
Study explores untapped Islamic economy potential of the African market
A Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry study to be launched at Africa Global Business Forum reveals large investment opportunities in the untapped sectors.
Islamic fashion companies face challenges in new markets
It’s not just Muslims that look for Islamic fashion items. Some non-Muslims are also interested in halal or modest fashion, experts said at GIES.
Opinion: Urban Muslim youth are making an impact
“Young Muslim consumers are simply an untapped demographic for big brands and businesses,” says Amani Al-Khatahtbeh, Editor-in-chief and Founder of Muslimgirl.net
Opinion: Islamic halal economy set to grow, say experts
Many products that were sharia-compliant by nature are now being certified as halal, contributing to the increase in the size of the halal economy.
CCM makes Malaysia proud at Islamic Economy Awards
The award marks yet another meaningful milestone for CCM in its continued commitment to Halal which spans over 15 years.
UAE: ESMA grants 20 companies Halal certification
The number of companies that hold the Halal National Mark certifications jumped to 33 companies despite the short span of tine after the launch.
Dubai ruler launches Global Islamic Economy gateway
Providing business and professional data on the main sectors of the Islamic economy, including food, finance, tourism, pharmaceuticals, fashion, and digital media.
Dubai: Nobel Peace laureate blasts global banking system
Muhammad Yunus said, “A global financial system that served the rich “was one reason why the whole planet remains entirely unsustainable”.
