Halal industry roundup: Malaysia to deepen ties with Guinea-Bissau, Poland
Here's a roundup of key developments across the halal industry ecosystem during June
Editor's Note: Malaysia is strengthening bilateral relations with key partners to prop up its halal industry and other sectors primed for optimal growth.
Operational Developments
Image Courtesy: Morocco World News
Spain / Morocco
Spain allocates funds for halal meals for Moroccan military trainees
The Spanish government has allocated approximately $129,000 to provide halal meals for Moroccan military personnel undergoing training at the Navantia shipbuilding company.
The funding will cover catering during training sessions at the San Fernando shipyard under an agreement with Morocco.
The meals must comply with Islamic dietary laws, excluding pork and alcohol, and only halal-certified meats will be used. (Morocco World News)
Trade Developments
Malaysia / Guinea-Bissau
Malaysia, Guinea-Bissau extend ties with focus on halal industry
Malaysia and Guinea-Bissau have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral relations, focusing on areas such as the halal industry, Islamic finance, the energy sector, and capacity building.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim encouraged Malaysian corporations, including PETRONAS and FGV Holdings, to explore potential ventures in Guinea-Bissau. (The Star)
Malaysia / Poland
Malaysia, Poland poised to deepen ties in halal, green hydrogen and digital tech
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim emphasized the need for Malaysia and Poland to collaborate in key sectors, including the halal industry, defence, digital technology, and green hydrogen.
In a joint press conference with Polish President Andrzej Duda during his official visit to Malaysia, Anwar highlighted Poland's strength in modern technology and its growing importance as a partner within the European Union and the region. (New Straits Times)
UPCOMING EVENTS :
- Saudi International Halal Expo – Saudi Arabia – Nov 11-13
- Halal Trade Expo – UAE – Nov 17-19
- Türkiye Halal Expo – Türkiye – Nov 26-29
