Category: Shariah Issues
UAE: IHAF to hold first-ever general assembly meeting in UAE
The International Halal Accreditation Forum (IHAF), the world’s first Halal international accreditation network, will hold a general assembly on November 6, 2016.
Mexico wants to work with Malaysia on Halal food development
Mexico, which is one of the 12 Trans-Pacific Partnership member countries, has expressed a desire to work together with Malaysia on the development of the Halal food industry.
Cambodia: Halal standards set to go a cut above the rest
Malaysian Prime Minister Najib Razak agreed to fund a halal-standard training scheme at the request of Prime Minister Hun Sen.
South Africa: MJCHT seeks to align Halal standards at PNP
Following a string of publicized operational breaches, the Muslim Judicial Council Halal Trust (MJCHT) says its confident Halal standards will improve at supermarket chains.
Algeria: Validating a statutory body for Halal certification
A new ministerial decree setting the conditions for affixing the mark “Halal” on exportable food products is being validated by government.
PHDA registered as national Halal certification body for Pakistan
After an audit by Jakim Malaysia, the Punjab Halal Development Agency (PHDA) is now registered as a recognised national Halal certification body for Pakistan
Japan: International Islamic Halal Organization Japan inauguration
IIHO Japan has been launched on Tuesday, July 27 as a Halal Certifying body recognized by IIHO Saudi Arabia as a chapter organization in Japan.
IDB promises to support Kyrgyzstan’s halal industry
The Islamic Development Bank (IDB) is interested in a project to introduce a new halal certification system in Kyrgyzstan, the Economy Ministry of Kyrgyzstan said.
Indonesia: Industry Players Demand Transparency in Halal Certification Regulation Drafting
It stipulates that any products brought into Indonesia, distributed and traded in the country must be given Halal certification.
Brunei: Japanese businesses advised to adopt Brunei Halal standards
THE increasing number of Muslim travellers visiting Japan annually and the high standard of Brunei’s Halal certification presents investment opportunities for businessmen from both countries.
UK: HFA to launch new label and logo certifying non-stun meat
The Halal Food Authority (HFA) is set to certify non-stun meat in a move that could cause major ramifications for the halal HFA logofood industry.
Asean must have a standard Halal certification – Matrade
ASEAN must have mutual agreement which will lead to having a standard halal certification in order to facilitate halal trade within the region.
Global Halal food lacks unifying standards: Report
REGULATION of Halal Foods in the global market face significant gaps, including lack of mutual recognition and a lack of unifying standards, according to a report.
Indonesia shows interest to import meat & citrus from Pakistan
On the occasion, ambassador said that currently Indonesia is importing meat mainly from Australia which is non-Muslim country and they wish to import form Halal country like Pakistan.
UK: Halal Food Authority to certify non-stun slaughter
The HFA will continue to certify stunned animals and is expected to offer different labels to help with consumer transparency. The scheme will roll out in 8-10 weeks.
Malaysia invited to become board member of SMIIC
Malaysia, which is recognised for spearheading global halal standards, has scored another first as it has been invited to join the board of directors of the Standards and Metrology Institute for Islamic Countries.
Opinion: A slice of the Halal cake
Halal certification is something that local businesses should strive for because Malaysia’s halal stamp is universally recognised and confers a definite advantage in the export markets.
UK: HFA disappointed and shocked by recent allegations by Britain First
HFA sends out a clear message that such baseless allegations, irresponsible accusations and politically driven agendas shall never be tolerated.
Philippines: Davao’s Halal ordinance approved on 3rd reading
The ordinance requiring supermarkets, grocery stores, and other food establishments in Davao City to establish “halal lanes”.
China: Halal food law dropped from China’s 2016 legislation plan
The legislation was opposed by many scholars who said it “violates the principle of separation of State and religion”.
