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OIC body SMIIC releases halal tourism standard


The Standards and Metrology Institute for the Islamic Countries (SMIIC) has released a standard for Halal Tourism Services.

The Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) body said on Monday (Dec 6) that OIC/SMIIC 9:2019, Halal Tourism Services – General Requirements aims to ensure that products and services provided for Muslim travellers are in accordance with Islamic rules.

The standard sets out guidelines and requirements for managing halal tourism facilities, products and services for travellers in accommodation premises, tour packages, tourist guides and other services and facilities such as catering and restaurants.

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