Bangladesh pushing halal food exports by expanding certification and government market research
Bangladesh’s halal food sector has struggled to meet quality assurance standards, hindering export potential.
DHAKA: The Bangladesh food industry is increasing its efforts to export halal foods to Muslim majority population countries. A senior government delegation is planning to visit Turkey and Indonesia this year to gather facts and advice on improving Bangladeshi halal food sales in these countries.
The additional secretary (export) for the commerce ministry, Mohammed Hafizur Rahman will lead a four-member delegation: “We will explore and learn from them about exports and the certification process of halal foods, cosmetics and even fashion,” he said, noting that these states were “ahead of many other Muslim countries in terms of production, certification and exports.”
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Raihana Sayeeda Kamal