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Singapore: Stepping up its game in the Halal business

My Outlets Express is venturing overseas while aiming to make Singapore a global hub for the distribution of halal products.
Malaysia: The Emerging Markets of Halal Cosmetics

The manufacturing of Halal cosmetics has introduced new technologies as well as internal and external methods in the areas of R&D, formulation, and production.
Saudi Arabia: The Hajj and the year-round Umrah generate $12bn in revenues from worshippers

Pilgrimage is the backbone of a plan to expand tourism under Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman’s economic reform programme, to diversify the economy away from oil.
China’s $1 trillion investment in ‘One Belt One Road’ initiative

The US$1 trillion investment by China in its ‘One Belt One Road’ initiative is expected to accelerate the growth of the US$50 billion (Dh183 billion) GCC Halal food market.
Pakistan exploring new markets for export of meat, dairy products

Efforts are being made for market access in Russia, China, South Africa, Egypt, Hong Kong and Indonesia besides Middle-East countries for meat and meat products.
UK: Couple manage to save their business by turning their Lancaster farm Halal

“A lot of people don’t realise that without the Muslim community farming would be dying out – more farmers need to open their eyes to this.
South Korean Companies Entering Global Halal Pharmaceutical Market

The global Halal pharmaceutical market, which accounted for 6.7% of the global pharmaceutical market two years ago, is expected to reach US$370 billion in size in 2021.
Malaysian exporters to promote Halal exports worth $9.79 bn at Halal Expo Dubai 2017

The 9th edition of the Halal Expo Dubai to be held from September 18-19 at the Roda Al Bustan Hotel near Dubai International Airport.
UK: Speciality & Fine Food Fair 2017 – The Final Countdown!

The most innovative, dynamic and diverse artisan food and drink from around the UK and beyond. Pre-register now for free! Trade Only. 3-5 September at Olympia, London.
Singapore: Vitafoods Asia 2017: Meeting the Region’s Nutraceutical Needs

From 5 – 6 September, uncover the latest innovations and key developments that will impact industry and product development in the nutraceutical industry.
No, Switzerland isn’t voting on whether to ban imports of Halal meat

The politician who penned a bill which would ban imports of inhumanely slaughtered animals to Switzerland has denied media reports that this will apply to kosher and halal meat.
Malaysia: 1,500 SMEs to be listed on Alibaba.com by November

The minister said the selection process was conducted by three agencies – SME Corp Malaysia, Malaysia External Trade Development Corp and Malaysia Digital Economy Corp.
Malaysia: Deputy finance minister urges expedited halal certification process
Othman said the nation’s exports of halal products totalling RM42 billion last year was too low compared with the US$680 billion market potential.
Japanese soy sauce manufacturer “Kikkoman” launches “HALAL Soy Sauce”

After trial and error of over 4 years, Kikkoman Halal Soy Sauce finally launched on August 21, 2017. it is also completely gluten-free soy sauce.
Malaysia: A crying need for global Halal standard

At present, each country has its own halal standard and it may or may not accept the halal accreditation of another nation.
Malaysia eyes RM50B Halal exports in 2020

Asean Halfest 2017, held today until Aug 27, consists of over 500 booths and 15,000 innovative and quality halal products and services.
Malaysia: Zahid stresses on quality to Halal food industry players

The Halal industry must produce high quality products and commit to marketing them successfully on the international stage, said Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Zahid Abdul Hamidi.
Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Unveils Blueprint for Dubai Food Park

The Park will be a one-stop destination for government, administrative and logistical services related to food wholesale, import, export and re-export.
25% of Italy’s buffalo mozzarella made for Halal market

The halal version grew to over ten million kilos last year, meaning that one in four Italian buffalo mozzarellas are now destined for the Muslim market.
Dafza issues guide on Dubai halal industry

Highlighting Halal products in different industries, with numerous financial investment possibilities for international financiers to contribute to improving the Islamic economic climate.