Category: Asia
Malaysia: Halal gelatine, the missing dimension in the halal market
Without a home-grown, halal gelatine plant, Muslim leaders have very little to shout about as far as halal food certification and pharmaceutical products are concerned.
Saudi Arabia, Pakistan looking to expand cooperation in the food sector
Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman visited Pakistan in February this year, bringing what was described as a “record investment package” to assist the South Asian country.
Malaysia launches Muslim-friendly hotel recognition
There are three levels of accreditation; platinum, gold and silver, based on the level of compliance to the standards that have been set.
Russia: In sluggish Russian economy, Halal sees growth
Ever more producers are catering for the domestic Muslim community, which accounts for around 15 percent of Russia’s population and is set to expand.
Thailand: One-stop centre for halal products
ASEAN Mall in Pattani, southern Thailand, will serve as a one-stop centre for the promotion of halal products from Asean member countries to penetrate the international market.
Indonesia trudges on with mandatory Halal certification rule
Companies who wish to enter the Indonesian, and indeed to some extent the global, halal market, would be wise to pay close attention to future updates regarding the halal law.
Indonesia seeks lead in global modest-fashion industry
It stands to reason that Indonesia, the world’s most populous Muslim-majority country, would be a leader in this booming multibillion-dollar industry.
Speciality & Fine Food Asia and Restaurant returns with a focus on the future and innovation
Celebrate innovation, explore the latest artisanal produce and network with some of the industry’s finest at the upcoming Speciality & Fine Food Asia (SFFA).
CIS countries keen to tap Malaysia’s expertise in halal products
Businesses from the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS) which represents former Soviet Union’s countries, are keen to tap into Malaysia’s expertise in the halal market.
Interview: Will new halal B2B online marketplace OneAgrix succeed where DagangHalal, Zilzar failed?
OneAgrix is now pouncing on what it believes is a big market gap to serve the cross-border trade of halal products.
Brunei: To boost economy, Japan urges Brunei to ratify CPTPP The Pacific-wide free trade agreement
To boost economy, Japan urges Brunei to ratify CPTPP The Pacific-wide free trade agreement it has already come into force in 7 out of the 11 member countries Wardi Wasil – thescoop.co Japanese Ambassador to Brunei, Motohiko Kato, speaking during a media briefing at the Japanese Embassy in Kiulap on July 5, 2019. Photo: Wardi […]
Philippines: Policy changes, lack of data prompt DTI to adjust Halal exports target
On top of the global slowdown in the market, Rivera also pointed to the lack of reliable data on the country’s halal shipments as a factor for adjusting the target.
UK: First Dynamic Booking Engine dedicated to Halal Travel Content
In today’s digital age, consumers’ travel purchasing decisions are often strongly influenced by dynamic videos and photos on social channels in real-time which Rihaala.com offers to travellers.
Philippines: Trade dep’t launches Halal-certified logo
THE Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) said it launched the official Philippine Halal logo, which will be used to identify all Halal products made in the country.
Major Developments in the Halal Infrastructure of South Korea
A DinarStandard interview with Dr James Noh, Director-General of the Korea Institute of Halal Industry about Halal cosmetics and other current Halal opportunities in South Korea.
Trace Labs Launches OneAgrix Blockchain Project To Track Halal Products
Diana Sabrain, the founder of OneAgrix, is revealing that OneAgrix has partnered with Trace Labs, a Hong Kong tech startup, which is offering the OriginTrail protocol power the Blockchain project.
Halal cosmetics market set to soar to $52bn by 2025 as sector becomes ‘increasingly inclusive’
According to a survey last year 58% of women in Indonesia prefer to use Halal cosmetics and there is a growing demand in the Middle East.
New halal blockchain traceability tool touted as a supply chain ‘gamechanger’
An online halal agrifood marketplace with a focus on blockchain food traceability, is poised to bring added traceability benefits to the halal economy.
Indonesia calls for halal industry to be a focus for Indonesia-Malaysia-Thailand Growth Triangle
Indonesia underlined 3 areas of cooperation for IMT-GT to focus on namely connectivity, sustainable and inclusive economic development, and the Halal industry.
China: Ghuangzhou Int’l Fruit Expo 2019
The China Guangzhou Int’l Fruit Expo 2019 is being held 27-29 June 2019. Click in the article for a Free Ticket.
