Category: Shariah Issues
Report of the OIC Stakeholders Forum on Unified Halal Food Standards and Procedures
78 participants from 23 countries and OIC institutions attended the Forum inaugurated by H.E. Mr. Iyad Ameen Madani, Secretary General, OIC.
USM, IIUM To Spearhead Malaysia’s Push Towards Becoming Halal Powerhouse
The signing ceremony was a milestone for the varsities to take charge and ensure Malaysia remains the leading global halal hub.
Forum on unifying halal standards and procedures kicks off at OIC General Secretariat
The final day of the forum will result in a series of recommendations that will be submitted to the Council of Foreign Ministers next year.
Malaysia: SMIIC Halal Conference in Kuala Lumpur
Malaysia, other Muslim nations should be in forefront of global halal industry, says Deputy Prime Minister, Ahmad Zahid Hamidi.
Malaysia unveils tourism guidelines to be more Muslim-friendly
MS2610:2015 Muslim-Friendly Hospitality Services Requirements – are to set up a system to “preserve and protect the integrity of our Islamic tourism products and services”.
UAE: Shariah standard for Gold can fit well in global Islamic economy
“The development of a Shariah Standard on Gold is part of a broader process of harmonisation within the industry,” Dr. Mohammad Daud Bakar.
New publication raises bar for Halal slaughter experiments
A new scientific paper has been published using modern digital technology to increase engagement and transparency in the field of Halal slaughter.
Malaysia: Sarawak CPO holds great potential in halal market
The state’s crude palm oil (CPO) could further establish its presence in the global halal market through shariah-compliant certification.
Bangladesh: ‘Islamic Foundation to provide ‘halal’ certificate’
The organization is the only recognized state-owned body to certify the country’s “halal” products.
Indonesia: The Danger of `Halal` Medicines
The government is now formulating a derivative regulation for the implementation of halal certification halal in the pharmaceutical sector.
A global standardization of Halal would improve trade
It is a growth market, but it needs a solid growth. In order to achieve that, it needs internationally accepted standards that can make it easier to understand.
Australia: Bernardi inquiry scheduled on Muslim holy day
No halal certifiers will appear at Cory Bernardi’s upcoming public hearings into food labelling, which has been scheduled for one of Islam’s holiest days.
UK: Confirmation of Qurbani from Moon Sighting Saudi Judiciary
A Qurbani guide has been issued by AHDB Beef & Lamb to help industry, butchers and consumers during the Muslim festival of Eid-al-Adha.
Pakistan Halal Authority: a first step
For now the primary beneficiary of PHA would be the halal meat industry of Pakistan since meat is currently country’s only halal product that gets exported.
UK: AHDB to launch Guidelines for Qurbani in the UK
This is to bring awareness that the Qurbani sacrifice can ONLY be performed after Eid-ul-Adha prayers otherwise it is unlawful.
Gambia: GBOS Sensitises WCR Technical Advisory Committee On ‘Halal’standards’
The project was to develop the capacity and skills of staff and stakeholders of the Bureau for the development on Halal standards.
Understanding Standards in the Islamic Economy
This 40-page report gives a thorough and insightful look at the increasingly influential role that standards development, and the associated authorities that develop and enforce them, are likely to have in the various Islamic Economy Sectors.
Pakistan ready to hit Halal markets of UAE, Saudi Arabia
Pakistan is all set to enter into the multi-trillion dollar global halal market with the recent establishment of Pakistan Halal Authority (PHA).
Pakistan: Legal Cover for Halal Sector
The Pakistan Halal Authority (PHA), is the new body that will be the first legal entity at the federal level dealing with the Halal sector in Pakistan.
Turkey: International Halal and Tayyib Training
Enhancing level of awareness on the Principles and Concepts of halal and the importance of Halal certified products.
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