Halal industry roundup: Indonesia, Singapore strengthen halal trade ties
Here's a roundup of key developments across the halal industry ecosystem during the month of August
Editor's note: Indonesia and Singapore are invested in enhancing halal product trade, Malaysia is looking to boost its halal sector via collaborations, and a global food giant aims to expand presence in Saudi Arabia.
Company News
Saudi Arabia / Brazil
JBS to quadruple production with new plant
JBS, a global food giant, will quadruple its production capacity in Saudi Arabia by opening a new plant in Jeddah this November, backed by a $50 million investment.
The facility, focusing on chicken nugget production, will create 500 jobs. This expansion follows the recent opening of a processing plant in Dammam and adds to JBS's 30 years of poultry export experience in the region. (Poultry Producer)
Trade Developments
Indonesia / Singapore
Indonesia, Singapore strengthen halal trade ties
Indonesia and Singapore have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on halal product sssurance to boost halal trade between the two nations.
The agreement was signed by Muhammad Aqil Irham, head of Indonesia's Halal Product Assurance Organizing Agency (BPJPH), and Kadir Maideen, Chief Executive of the Islamic Religious Council of Singapore (MUIS), in Singapore on Thursday. (Antara News)
Malaysia
HYT teams up with HDC to support Malaysia's halal sector
HYT Cross Border Sdn Bhd has partnered with Halal Development Corporation Bhd (HDC) to bolster Malaysia’s halal sector.
HYT is a service provider that promotes onboarding of Malaysian brands on e-commerce platforms in China.
The collaboration aims to enhance cross-border offerings and support Malaysian micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in the halal industry.
Both organizations will expand export awareness programs and readiness capabilities to help MSMEs engage with overseas markets. (NST)
Philippines
DTI eyes 'halal-friendly Bicol' to boost tourism, businesses
The Department of Trade and Industry in Bicol (DTI-5) is urging more micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) to develop and promote halal products to attract tourists, especially from Muslim countries.
At the launch of the "Halal-Friendly Bicol Region" initiative, DTI-5 regional director Dindo Nabol announced plans for a series of training and promotional activities aimed at helping at least 20 MSME owners in the region's six provinces to tap into the halal industry. (PNA Gov)
Nigeria
Countdown to 4th International Halal Seminar begins
The Halal Certification Authority (HCA) is organizing a seminar to bring together stakeholders in the halal industry, both domestically and internationally, to discuss emerging issues.
At a press conference, HCA chairman Ibrahim Oreagba emphasized that the seminar represents a significant milestone in HCA’s efforts to enhance global understanding and implementation of halal standards across various industries. (Halal Focus)
UPCOMING EVENTS :
- International Halal Ecosystem Conference (IHC) – Paris (France) - Aug 13-14, 2024
- Jakarta Halal Expo and Conference – Indonesia – Aug 30-Sep 1, 2024
- Saudi International Halal Expo & Summit 2024 - Saudi Arabia - Oct 28-30, 2024
- World Halal Summit Istanbul – Istanbul – Nov 27-30, 2024
- Halal Expo 2024 – Istanbul – Nov 27-30, 2024
