Category: Research
Malaysia: Fast approval not a reason to compromise halal certification
Jakim to introduce faster approval process for the Malaysia Halal Certificate from one month to only three working days.
Korean Hotels Competitively Attract Muslim Tourists
The number of Muslim tourists stood at 980,000 last year, up 33 percent from the previous year, and is expected to reach 1.2 million this year.
Philippines enter $3-trillion global Halal market
DTI adopted on July 26 the implementing rules and regulations (IRR) of Republic Act 10817, or the Philippine Halal Export Development and Promotion Act of 2016.
Australia: Government flags changes to halal certification
This will include an option for the government to be the sole signatory on halal certificates for export.
Belgium Region Approves Ban On Ritual Slaughter
The parliament in the Belgian region of Flanders unanimously passed a resolution last week banning ritual slaughter without stunning.
Why UAE is in love with Irish food products
The country imports about 90 per cent of all of its food products, so it’s very cautious about the source of the food.
USA: Muslim Franchisee Sues KFC Over Religious-Claims Policy
Lokhandwala alleges KFC never mentioned the policy in any of the parties’ franchise agreements, in violation of the Franchise Disclosure Act of 1987.
Sime Darby’s subsidiary inks MoU to develop Halal compliant infrastructure in China
Sime Darby said HDC will be working with both WSD in China and Sime Darby in Malaysia to further strengthen Malaysia’s leadership in the Halal industry.
Amanah Halal Research Centre Launches Certified Halal Auditor Online Study Program
Amanah Halal Research Centre has launched Certified Halal Auditor, an online 3 months study program.
Hungarian meat processor to invest €5.4m in new facility
Hungary’s poultry meat processor Gallicoop Pulykafeldolgozó Zrt has unveiled plans to invest some HUF 1.65 billion (€5.4m) to set up a new meat packaging plant.
“Taiwan Halal Center” Vanguard of the New Muslim Expansion Plan
Taiwan External Trade Development Council has commissioned the Bureau of Foreign Trade to establish the “Taiwan Halal Center” (THC).
Indonesia: Halal certification shouldn’t burden industry: F&B producers
The halal certification will give added value to the products on the global market, but we hope the certification process will not add to the industry’s burden.
Netherlands’ only kosher slaughterhouse facing closure following export ban
The only kosher slaughterhouse in the Netherlands is facing closure because of a government-introduced ban on exporting its produce.
Opinion: The Shari’ah Rules Regarding Vinegar
There is a difference of opinion among the jurists with regards to the permissibility of keeping wine with the intention of turning it into vinegar.
Sheikh Mohammed unveils Dh5.5bn Dubai Food Park at Dubai Wholesale City
The Park will benefit from Dubai’s world-class infrastructure in land, marine and air transport, and is set to play a vital role in supporting food security in the country.
UK: AHDB proposes quality standard mark for Halal sheepmeat
British halal sheepmeat could carry a new supply chain quality assurance mark under AHDB plans to support this increasingly important sector for lamb producers.
UK: Halal meat business sets out ‘ambitious’ trade plans
UK-based firm Haloodies will start exporting meat snacks to United Arab Emirates (UAE) supermarkets as part of a big push to become a global halal brand.
Opinion: The Saudi-Qatar Dispute Escalates
If anything, Qatar has hardened its stand and categorically rejected the threats and ultimatums issued by the Saudis and their friends, refusing to succumb to their pressure.
Brazil: Grappling with losses, Brazil’s BRF reorganizes senior management
BRF will have vice presidents looking after Brazil, halal food division OneFoods Holdings Inc and the Southern Cone separately, the filing said.
Malaysia: HDC sees 5%-6% Halal exports growth this year
“We see a lot of potential, particularly in the halal ingredients segment, which is still in its infancy and we also see the need to increase the number of experts in this segment,” HDC CEO said.
