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Turkey: Istanbul to host major International Events from 25 November-1 December
The events, including the World Halal Summit (WHS) and an official meeting of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), will be attended by top officials from a multitude of countries.
Indonesia: Indonesia Expo in Qatar winds up with fruitful debut
The Indonesian Ambassador bore witness to the inking of 15 agreements on business transactions worth over US$100 million in terms of commitment for the trading of products, investment, and partnership.
Malaysia: Matrade targets 5pc increase in sales at Mihas 2020
The number of exhibitors at Mihas 2020 is expected to increase to 1,300 from 928 at Mihas 2019, while the number of buyers is set to double to 400.
Turkey: World Halal Summit & 7th OIC Halal Expo – 28 Nov – 1 Dec 2019 in Istanbul
World Halal Summit 2019 and 7th Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) Halal Expo being held at Eurasia Show and Art Center, new exhibition area of Istanbul between 28 Nov-1 Dec 2018 in Istanbul, Turkey.
Indonesia: Moderland Develop Halal Project with Barakah Taiwan Halal Hub, Local Sharia Bank
The four local banks, namely PT Bank Mandiri Syariah, PT BRI Syariah, PT BNI Syariah and PT Bank Muamalat Indonesia prepared funds Rp2.1 trillion (US$150 million) to develop the areas.
USA: PepsiCo drops Quaker Oat Beverage less than a year after launch
While oatmilk was an obvious category to enter for Quaker, a trusted brand synonymous with oats, Quaker Oat Beverage has been discontinued less than a year after launch.
UK: Baby food company For Aisha secures ‘seven-figure’ investment
The For Aisha range is halal and tayyib. Our recipes have been developed by a chef and dietitian and include a delicious blend of spices and herbs so that they taste and smell great.
Opinion: Halal B2B Marketplace Combats Food Fraud With Blockchain Technology
Knowing where your food comes from, and whether is it really Halal, are issues that more and more people are concerned with.
Singapore: The new M&S range destined for Asia
The firm’s franchise partner in Singapore, Hong Kong and Dubai, Al-Futtaim, has confirmed it will offer the M&S halal range in its markets, although it is unclear if the arrangement will include Hong Kong.
UAE: Global Launch of the State of the Islamic Economy Report 2019/20
DinarStandard said halal products attracted the lion’s share of investments, accounting for 54% of deal value, followed by Islamic finance at 42% and 4% in Islamic lifestyle, mainly in modest fashion and Muslim-friendly tourism.
India: India International Halal Expo 2020
Opportunity to be part of New Trends at India International Halal Expo being held at HITEX, Hydrabad on the 18-20 January 2020 Interview with the Director & CEO, ATOBA, Mr Muazzam Naik .
UAE: IHAF welcomes 6 new countries as members
The IHAF has also set the next assembly for the BOD and committees to meet alongside the Global Halal Platform on 18th February, 2020, in conjunction with Gulf Food week in Dubai.
Malaysia: NST Leader: A thought starter, should Jakim go global?
“The time has come for Jakim’s stamp of legitimacy to go global. It may wish to look at how it can further tap into and explore businesses offering halal products.”
UK: Centre of Excellence in Halal Compliance and Training offering CPD-One Day Course
Continuing Professional Development CPD workshops help to prepare management and operational staff to fulfil requirements for their Halal certification audit with an accreditation.
Opinion: Transparency and Trust in the Halal Food Chain
When applied to the halal food sector, the concepts of transparency and trust force us to engage with the complexities and nuances of the industry.
Malaysia: Documents Allege Corruption in Malaysia’s Halal Certification Process
MACC Chief Commissioner said the allegations of corruption within JAKIM had come to the MACC’s attention. s
She will make further announcements as investigations progress.
UAE: GIES 2020 to be held under Expo 2020 Dubai umbrella
The fifth edition of the Global Islamic Economy Summit (GIES 2020) is set to run from November 9-10, 2020, and will take place on the sidelines of Expo 2020, in Dubai.
Malaysia: Jakim never appointed consultant to handle Halal certification
Mujahid said the halal certification application has never been done in person with any of Jakim staff as it is done online by filling in the application form with all the required details.
Malaysian Official Urges Making Islamic Finance Part of Halal Ecosystem
“With better financing, I believe that more industry players will be encouraged to expand their product lines to include halal-certified products,” DPM Wan Azizah Wan Ismail said.
Malaysia: Halal start-ups, SMEs can’t fully enter global market without Islamic financing
DPM Dr Wan Azizah said better financing will also give existing players a clearer direction for developing strategies in remaining competitive, as well as to meet challenges.
