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Exporters who wish to sell their halal food products in #China – one of the biggest halal markets – need to go beyond offering Muslim-friendly products. Marketing #halal food products as healthy and safe will not only appeal to Chinese Muslims but also to the broader consumer market as well, according to the speakers at the panel discussion at the Malaysia International Halal Showcase (#MIHAS) 2024. MIHAS is an annual event organized by the Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation (MATRADE). #ASEAN #Malaysia

📢 Exciting News for Global Food Producers! 🌍 Halal Product Assurance Organizing Body (BPJPH) of the Ministry of Religious Affairs (Kementerian Agama) of the Republic of Indonesia is thrilled to announce that registration for foreign halal certification is now open on the SiHalal menu! This streamlined process is a significant step forward for international companies aiming to meet the global demand for halal products. Discover how to navigate the registration and ensure your products meet the highest halal standards. Click the link to get started: 🔗 https://lnkd.in/gb5wkdYY #HalalCertification #GlobalStandards #FoodIndustry #HalalMarket #SiHalal #RegulatoryCompliance #FoodSafety

Top four halal megatrends that will shape the halal industry in the year 2025 1. Halal requires a supply chain and increasingly a value chain approach 2. The development of advanced halal ecosystems in Asia and the Middle East 3. Halal blockchains introduced by halal certification bodies 4. Rise of halal compliant ports For the full article published on Halal Focus: https://lnkd.in/giACe7w4 Thank you Salama Evans for publishing the article at the leading halal news portal Halal Focus. #halalindustry #halalfood #halalmalaysia #halalindonesia #halalsaudi #Islam #hdc #jakim #bpjph #mui #sfda #hpdc #isdb #hqc

The halal food sector is a vital component of ASEAN’s top six economies, serving both as a cornerstone of cultural sensitivity and a strategic entry point into the expanding global halal food market. In these leading economies, nearly 45% of the population practices Islam, a figure projected to rise to 285 million by 2030. Malaysia and Indonesia, in particular, stand out as pivotal hubs, commanding the largest share of Muslim consumers and driving the growth of the global halal food economy. Moreover, halal certification is crucial for catering to local Muslim consumer preferences and gaining access to the global halal market. Learn more about the key components of halal certification and evolving food trends in our latest report: https://lnkd.in/g35YXZAY #yamadaconsultingandspire #yamadaspire #foodindustry #ASEAN6 #halalfood #strategicentry #foodeconomy #populationspractices #consumerpreferences #halalcertification #foodtrends Ryosuke Funayama Leon Perera Go S. Japnit Singh Jeffrey BAHAR Tarek Elhousseiny Adnan Kaddoura Aditya Sapru David L. Llamas Daniel Faricy Saurabh Sharma Chi Nguyen John Yam Nhu Hua Albertus Edy Rianto Bambang Tobing yogi priyantoro Lijo James Ryo Takahashi Takafumi Kuramoto Mery Lekatongpessy Windy Pradipta Sumie Mizugaki Marie Teo Twinkle Khurmi

Nestlé Malaysia's Halal Strategy: Meeting Consumer Preferences through Cultural Sensitivity 1. The Importance of Halal Certification in Malaysia and Southeast Asia 2. Nestlé Malaysia's Commitment to Halal Compliance 3. Marketing Strategies Emphasizing Halal Commitment 4. Leveraging Halal Expertise for Regional Exports 5. Balancing Global Brand Consistency with Local Sensitivities 6. Conclusion #NestléMalaysia #Halal #Strategy #Consumers #Preferences #Products #SoutheastAsia #CulturalSensitivity #HalalCertification #Global #Branding #FoodIndustry #Compliance #HalalFood #Market #Business #FMCG #FoodManufacturing #HalalEconomy #Export #Marketing #Malaysia #Southeast #Malaysian #Consumer #ASEAN #CustomerTrust #CommunityEngagement #EthicalBusiness #BrandLoyalty #ConsumerTrust #CorporateResponsibility #DigitalCampaigns #MarketingStrategy #SocialImpact #CustomerEngagement

Unikey Solutions joined the "Halal conference" at "Helal Expo İstanbul 2024". The world’s largest halal fair, under the high patronage of the PRESIDENCY OF THE REPUBLIC OF TÜRKIYE. #Halal sector, which has a volume of 7 trillion dollars. Türkiye, which has set an export target of $300 billion in 2025, has stepped up its search for alternative markets. It currently #exports to 197 countries and focuses on the halal market, with its high potential. But, what is "HALAL"? Halal is an Arabic term meaning "permissible" or "lawful." It refers to what is allowed under Islamic law and applies to various aspects of life, including food, drink, personal behavior, and business practices. In the context of #food and #drink: Halal food is prepared according to Islamic dietary laws. For example, meat must come from animals slaughtered in a specific manner (called #zabiha), and certain items like pork and alcohol are strictly prohibited. The concept extends to #ingredients, #additives, and the entire supply chain to ensure compliance. Beyond food, halal also encompasses ethical practices in #pharmaceuticals, finance, cosmetics, clothing, and other #industries, ensuring they align with Islamic principles. Products or services certified as halal often carry a halal certification label. #HelalExpo #İstanbul #UnikeySolutions #Türkiye

【FBIS】🌟 Navigating the Future of Halal in Indonesia: Insights from BPJPH's Chief Secretary 🌟 At the Global Food & Beverage Innovation Summit 2024, we had the privilege of hearing from Muhammad Aqil Irham, the Chief Secretary of the Halal Product Assurance Organizing Agency (BPJPH), Ministry of Religious Affairs, who shed light on the "Challenging and Prospective View of Implementation New Halal Regulation in Indonesia." 🇮🇩🕌 As Indonesia continues to lead the global Halal market, the recent updates to Halal regulations are transforming the landscape. Aqil’s presentation provided valuable insights into the opportunities and challenges faced by businesses navigating these new standards. From ensuring product integrity to meeting consumer demands for transparency, the evolving Halal certification process presents both hurdles and exciting prospects. For foreign and local businesses aiming to tap into the booming Halal market, understanding these regulatory shifts is crucial for long-term success. With Indonesia at the forefront, now is the time to innovate and adapt! Stay tuned for more updates on Halal trends, regulatory insights, and opportunities in the thriving Halal food & beverage sector. 🌍🍽️ #HalalCertification #FoodInnovation #RegulatoryChanges #IndonesiaMarket #HalalIndustry #FMCG #BusinessOpportunities

📢 Towards Halal Standards for Cultured Meat: JAKIM’s Role in Sharia-Compliant Modern Food Solutions On September 24-25, 2024, the Department of Islamic Development Malaysia (JAKIM) participated in an international symposium titled ‘Sharia Rulings on Consuming and Marketing Cultured Meat, Insects, and GMFs of Animal Origins’ held at the Ritz-Carlton Hotel, Jeddah. Organized by the International Islamic Fiqh Academy (IIFA), the symposium aimed to examine contemporary issues in modern food and provide Islamic legal guidance for the Muslim community. JAKIM's delegation was honored to share Malaysia’s experience in researching halal guidelines for cultured meat. This is an important step to ensure that cultured meat production technology, which uses animal cells as the primary source, aligns with Sharia principles. JAKIM’s participation in this symposium further strengthens Malaysia’s commitment to implementing halal compliance in high-tech food innovations like cultured meat. IIFA, as an organization under the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), plays a critical role in formulating fatwas and halal guidelines for scientifically produced food products. Discussions and resolutions from IIFA are important for Malaysia and JAKIM, especially for the purpose of studying the determination of fatwas and also in the aspect of halal certification. The IIFA resolution through this symposium will be submitted to the National Council for Islamic Religious Affairs of Malaysia (MKI) for further discussion. Link: https://lnkd.in/gF8ZAXAu Dr. Mohammad Naqib Hamdan #HalalInnovation #CulturedMeat #HalalStandards #SustainableFood #JAKIM #ShariaCompliance #IslamicFinance #HalalIndustry #FoodTechnology #ModernFoodSolutions #HalalCertification #OIC #IIFA #EthicalFood #Biotechnology #GlobalHalalMarket

The halal industry's expansion into sectors such as food, beverages, and tourism has been evident in recent years, supported by Malaysia's Halal Development Corporation Bhd (HDC). HDC forecasts a 15% increase in halal product exports this year, building on the robust performance of 2022, where exports reached RM59 billion, a notable 63% surge from 2021. Investments in halal industrial areas have been substantial, totaling RM16.4 billion by the end of 2023, with an additional RM600 million expected this year. These figures underscore the global appeal of Malaysian halal products, emphasizing their quality, cleanliness, and authenticity. In anticipation of this growth, Qew Group Berhad enters the halal industry by establishing a Digital Asean Smart Halal Industrial Park in Bukit Kayu Hitam, Kedah. Located within the Free Trade Zone (FTZ) area, the park aims to offer cutting-edge infrastructure and amenities to support the entire halal value chain, from production to distribution. Learn more through the article at https://lnkd.in/efEbXjR9 Find out more about our projects here https://lnkd.in/eAh8DpRV