Category: Middle East & Africa
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.
Amazon plans to launch a new Middle East marketplace
With the launch of the Middle East marketplace in the coming months, Amazon is downplaying Souq.com, the Dubai-based online retailer.
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.
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.
Opinion: 7 trends expected to shape the next phase of Halal travel sector
Here are some main trends that marketers should know about the halal travel sector to stay ahead of the curve.
Opinion: Corporate Halal reputation needs to be on the top agenda for companies operating in Muslim Markets
The Reputation Institute reported in November 2018 that nearly 84% of a company’s value is now based on reputational factors.
Opinion: How ‘Halal media’ can change perceptions of Muslim world
Reuters’ recent State of the Global Islamic Economy Report revealed that Muslim countries are emerging as a production powerhouse for “halal media”.
SGS Helps Companies Access the Growing Global Market for Halal Cosmetics
This type of cosmetic product appeals not only to the Muslim Community but also people who see Halal cosmetics as wholesome.
‘Modest fashion’ looks to move from niche to mainstream
Analysts say the interest from Goldman demonstrates that the sector is no longer considered a novelty, but is instead being taken seriously and entering the next phase of growth.
The Rise of Halal Tourism
With a population that is disproportionately young, educated and upwardly mobile, they are one of the fastest-growing demographics on the global tourism scene.
UAE: Announcing Pret A Cover™ Buyers Lane Final Selected Designers!
A select group of designers have succeeded to showcase in the upcoming Pret-A-Cover™ Buyers Lane, The Retail Summit Edition on Feb 13 & 14, 2019.
All-Women Travel Expeditions Take Off In Middle East
To stretch the limits of one’s comfort zone—there are myriad reasons for a growing trend in tourism: namely, all-women expeditions.
UAE: IFDC Fund supports Pret A Cover Buyers Lane
In an unprecedented move throughout the global modest fashion space, Islamic Fashion & Design Council (IFDC) has dedicated a fund to help emerging modest brands.
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.
Opinion: Islamic Finance Volume Expected to Hit $2.5 Trillion in 2019
Unfortunately, 2018 is not proved as much beneficial for Global Islamic Banking and Finance Industry as expected because of various reasons, but 2019 is starting with high hopes except in the Takaful industry.
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.
Azerbaijani companies expand business ties with Saudi Arabia
Azerbaijan Export & Investment Promotion Foundation organized an export mission to Riyadh, capital city of Saudi Arabia, to promote Azerbaijani local products under the Made in Azerbaijan brand .
Qatar partners Malaysia, Turkey to conquer Islamic finance market
Qatar is planning an ambitious new initiative with Malaysia and Turkey to serve the $2 trillion global Islamic finance market from hubs in the three countries using common platforms and technology.
UAE to give $3 billion to Pakistan to boost economy
Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan went to twitter to praise the UAE government for “supporting Pakistan so generously in our testing times”.
