Explained: The Standards and Metrology Institute for Islamic Countries' new ten-year plan
The Standards and Metrology Institute for Islamic Countries (SMIIC) in late June published a ten-year plan that aims for uniformity in standardization, metrology and accreditation activities.
As an institute of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), SMIIC develops standards on many subjects but special focus is given to halal standards, including for food, tourism, and supply chain management systems.
This Q&A with SMIIC's Istanbul-based General Secretariat breaks down some key components of the new plan, and highlights some of its concerns about halal standards.
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