Recent Articles
Turkey’s Modanisa sells minority stake to Goldman Sachs
The Turkey-based company will use the funds to drive its global expansion with plans to open an office in London this year to oversee its North American and European operations.
Belgium’s non-stun slaughter decision shows a ban is possible in law
BVA would like to see all animals stunned before slaughter and this call has received widespread support from the veterinary profession and general public.
UK: Islamic Economy Event To take place in Mayfair London
Algebra Consulting is organising a prestigious Islamic Economy Networking Event to take Place at The Arab-British Chamber of Commerce on the 22nd Jan 2019 in the heart of London. Get your invitation.
All-Women Travel Expeditions Take Off In Middle East
To stretch the limits of one’s comfort zone—there are myriad reasons for a growing trend in tourism: namely, all-women expeditions.
Malaysia: Local Halal industry needs a revamp
“We are not looking at the processes of halal certification that could give spin-off effects on investments,” Mohd Redzuan said.
Is Stunning an Animal Before Slaughter More Humane?
At issue is whether to allow religious exemptions to European Union rules that state animals must be knocked out before they are slaughtered, which supporters say is more humane.
Indonesia: MUI Carrys Out Halal Certification before Regulation Ready
The JPH Law stipulates that the issuance of halal certification involves BPJPH as a regulator and Halal Inspection Agency (LPH) which includes auditors and MUI as fatwa provider.
What is halal and kosher meat and why is it banned in parts of Belgium?
Now might be the perfect time to learn what halal and kosher food practices actually entail, if you aren’t already aware.
UAE: IFDC Fund supports Pret A Cover Buyers Lane
In an unprecedented move throughout the global modest fashion space, Islamic Fashion & Design Council (IFDC) has dedicated a fund to help emerging modest brands.
Indonesia has strong demand in packaged food
Interview on bilateral trade between Indonesia and India in the food and beverage sector and opportunities in exports going forward.
Muslim women making it in modest fashion mainstream
While we swoon over luxury fashion labels and their efforts in the modest fashion industry, Muslim women are creating companies around the world and are making their marks.
Thailand strengthens standards for its Diamond Halal brand
The Halal Science Centre at Chulalongkorn University recently hosted the “International Halal Science and Technology Conference 2018” (IHSATEC) where they discussed ‘precision halalization’.
Opinion: Halal Certification for Global Markets
An overview on Halal standards, certification and accreditation since 2010. 2019 will be seeing the growth in accreditation and hopefully also harmonisation of standards in various regions.
Japan making a mark in Muslim tourist market
A Strong influx of Muslim travellers is fuelling a boom in halal restaurants and syariah-compliant hotels in Japan, potentially a big market for Malaysian halal products.
Opinion: Could vegan formulations soon crowd out Halal as a selling point?
This is according Malaysia’s first venture capital fund dedicated to Halal startups!
INTERVIEW–Scientist says has developed metrics to determine if animal was stunned before halal slaughter
The debate over whether animals should be stunned or not before they are slaughtered continues in the halal industry. While some methods of stunning are accepted as halal in many countries, some argue against the practice.
Indonesia Wants to Make Halal Tourism a Thing
With an estimated growth of up to 20% per year, this global halal industry has become the fastest growing consumer segment in the world.
Law banning kosher and halal slaughter becomes effective in Belgium
Belgium has now joined Norway, Denmark, Sweden and Switzerland in banning the slaughter of animals before they have been stunned.
Indonesia wants to be Halal goods hub as demand soars
“The master plan will outline the strategy to develop Indonesia’s halal products,” Brodjonegoro said. “The point is, Indonesia must be the main player, not only the main market for global halal products.”
Opinion: Islamic Finance Volume Expected to Hit $2.5 Trillion in 2019
Unfortunately, 2018 is not proved as much beneficial for Global Islamic Banking and Finance Industry as expected because of various reasons, but 2019 is starting with high hopes except in the Takaful industry.
