The Thai government has greenlit plans to transform Thailand into a leading halal hub in Southeast Asia by 2028, with a goal to elevate the nation’s GDP by 1.2%, or approximately 55 billion baht.
Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin, speaking after the cabinet meeting on Tuesday, disclosed the government’s intent to constitute a national halal industry committee and the Thai Halal Industry Centre. The aim is to bolster the global presence of Thai food products and goods, while simultaneously boosting tourism