Halal industry roundup: Malaysia to enhance halal certification process
Here's a roundup of key developments across the halal industry ecosystem during the month of November
Editor's note: In a bid to strengthen its halal ecosystem, Malaysia is looking to enhance its certification process. Air India has said that it will not serve halal-certified non-veg meals starting this month.
Meanwhile, a PIF subsidiary has teamed up with BRF Global to shore up the halal poultry sector.
Company News
India
Air India halts halal-certified non-vegetarian meals
Air India announced that, starting November 17, non-vegetarian meals onboard will not be halal-certified.
This policy adjustment affects economy, business, and first class.
However, for Muslim passengers and others requesting halal meals, Air India will provide a certified halal 'Muslim Meal' (MOML) option.
Passengers must select this option during the booking process to ensure its availability. (The Islamic Information)
Investment
Saudi Arabia
HPDC and BRF Global elevate halal poultry sector through strategic investment
The Halal Products Development Company (HPDC), a subsidiary of Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund (PIF), and BRF Global, have announced an investment in Addoha Poultry Company.
The investment has been made through their joint venture BRF Arabia.
This move aligns with Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030, aiming to establish the kingdom as a global leader in halal products.
The investment underscores HPDC, BRF Global, and Addoha's shared commitment to doubling production capacity by 2030 while enhancing all facets of Addoha’s integrated operations. (Argaam)
Trade Developments
Philippines / Saudi Arabia
Philippines seeks new partnership with Saudi Arabia in sustainability, halal industries
The Philippines sent a halal trade mission to Saudi Arabia from October 27 to November 5, aiming to strengthen trade ties with the kingdom.
Organized by the Department of Trade and Industry, the mission visited Riyadh and Jeddah to promote the country’s growing halal industry.
Philippine officials are working to expand the domestic halal sector while enhancing economic relations with Saudi Arabia, according to Rommel Romato, charge d'affaires of the Philippine Embassy in Riyadh. (The Filipino Times)
Operational Developments
Malaysia
Jakim to improve halal certification process
The Malaysian Islamic Development Department (Jakim) will continue enhancing the halal certification process, which it recently expedited to within 30 days, according to Dr. Zulkifli Hasan, deputy minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Religious Affairs).
Jakim's improvements have driven notable growth in halal certification revenue, reaching over RM12 million in 2023. (The Star)
UPCOMING EVENTS :
- Qatar Halal Forum 2024 – Qatar – Nov 12-14, 2024
- World Halal Summit Istanbul – Istanbul – Nov 27-30, 2024
- The 5th US-International U.S. Halal Expo & Summit – United States – Dec 13-14, 2024
- Albania Halal Expo 2025 – Albania – Feb 21-23, 2025
- Halal Expo Canada 2025 – Canada – May 27-28, 2025
