Malaysia is a pioneer in the halal industry space, in more ways than one.
It started courting the sector back in 1974 when the research centre for the Islamic affairs division at the Prime Minister’s office began issuing halal certification letters for Shariah-compliant products.
There has been no looking back since, as the country has grown from strength to strength, taking its place in the sun, vis-à-vis the halal industry.
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