The passing of Tun Abdullah Ahmad Badawi marks the end of an era for Malaysia—a time defined by visionary leadership, compassion, and a deep commitment to national development. Among his many contributions, one of the most transformative was his role in elevating Malaysia’s Halal industry into a globally recognized economic force. During his tenure as […]

Menurut MATRADE, kejayaan MIHAS@Dubai pada November 2024 telah membuka ruang untuk penganjuran edisi seterusnya di Shanghai. “Acara berprestij ini memberi peluang kepada perniagaan Malaysia untuk memperkenalkan produk mereka ke pasaran China, sekaligus mengukuhkan kehadiran mereka di peringkat global,” kata kenyataan rasmi MATRADE.

Syarikat Saudi Coffee Company (SCC) telah menandatangani perjanjian strategik dengan Halal Products Development Company (HPDC) bagi memperluaskan produk kopi mereka dalam pasaran Halal melalui pensijilan yang diiktiraf.

Baru-baru ini, tular di media sosial mengenai dakwaan bahawa rangkaian ais krim popular dari Amerika Syarikat, Baskin Robbins tidak memiliki sijil Halal daripada Jabatan Kemajuan Islam Malaysia (JAKIM). Walau bagaimanapun, maklumat ini adalah mengelirukan kerana Baskin Robbins sebenarnya memperoleh sijil Halal daripada badan pensijilan Halal di Amerika Syarikat yang diiktiraf oleh kerajaan Malaysia.

JAKIM has taken a significant step in strengthening Halal certification standards by withdrawing recognition from three international Halal certification bodies (FHCB) based in France, Croatia, and China.

The Seoul Metropolitan Government is ramping up efforts to make the city more Muslim-friendly by introducing Halal certification for restaurants and expanding cultural festivals. This initiative aims to attract more tourists from Africa and the Middle East.

Jabatan Kemajuan Islam Malaysia (JAKIM) telah membatalkan pengiktirafan terhadap tiga badan pensijilan Halal luar negara, sekali gus mengharamkan kemasukan produk yang diperakui Halal oleh badan pensijilan tersebut ke Malaysia berkuat kuasa serta-merta.

Kerajaan akan menilai sama ada perubahan pentadbiran di Amerika Syarikat akan memberi kesan kepada eksport produk Halal Malaysia, kata Timbalan Menteri Pelaburan, Perdagangan dan Industri, Liew Chin Tong.

Jenama bakeri antarabangsa, Paris Baguette, telah membuka hab makanan Halal pertamanya di Johor, Malaysia. Langkah ini bertujuan untuk memperkukuhkan rantaian bekalan global jenama tersebut sambil memenuhi permintaan produk bakeri Halal di peringkat antarabangsa.

Industry leaders and stakeholders convened at Sofitel KL Damansara for a pre-launch fireside chat of the third edition of Food & Drinks Malaysia by SIAL Network 2025, an event that will highlight the growing role of Halal-certified products in the global food and beverage (F&B) industry.

Jabatan Kemajuan Islam Malaysia (JAKIM) telah mengemas kini senarai badan pensijilan Halal luar negara yang diiktiraf, berkuat kuasa mulai 25 Februari 2025. Kemaskini ini melibatkan penarikan pengiktirafan terhadap tiga badan pensijilan serta perubahan logo Halal bagi dua negara.

Ramadan fasting durations vary worldwide due to the Earth’s axial tilt, meaning some countries experience longer fasting hours, while others have much shorter durations. In Malaysia, fasting lasts around 13 to 14 hours, but in some places, it can be as short as 7 to 10 hours! Let’s explore 10 countries where fasting hours are […]

oleh Rose. PUTRAJAYA, 11 Februari 2025 – Malaysia dan Turkiye terus memperkukuh hubungan strategik dengan memberi tumpuan kepada kerjasama dalam pelbagai sektor utama, termasuk perdagangan, pertahanan, dan industri halal. Perdana Menteri Malaysia, Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, telah mempengerusikan mesyuarat dua hala dengan Presiden Turkiye, Recep Tayyip Erdogan, di Kompleks Perdana Putra hari ini. Mesyuarat ini […]

by Tengku Haydan Ever wondered what halal really means and why it’s becoming a big deal in places like the U.S. and Europe? Whether you’re Muslim or not, halal food and products are making waves worldwide. But finding halal options in non-Muslim-majority countries isn’t always easy. Let’s dive into the challenges, the hype, and why […]

“AirAsia Philippines takes pride in breaking barriers and making our services more inclusive, especially for our Muslim travelers. We are determined to make this partnership stronger and more impactful. As one of the key players in the tourism industry, we understand the vital role airlines play in promoting Halal-friendly travel. We will continue to innovate and enhance our services so that every passenger feels welcomed and at home when they visit our beautiful country,” said AirAsia Philippines CEO Ricky Isla.

By Tengku Haydan | Feb 13, 2025 The number of Malaysian tourists visiting Japan soared by 21.9% year-on-year (YoY), reaching 506,800 in 2024, compared to 415,712 in 2023, according to the Japan National Tourism Organisation Kuala Lumpur Office (JNTO KL). In December 2024 alone, the number of Malaysian visitors rose 17.8%, with 71,600 arrivals compared […]

by Tengku Haydan For practicing Muslims, abstaining from alcohol—a principle rooted in Islamic teachings—often extends to avoiding environments where it is served. This can pose challenges during air travel, particularly for frequent flyers seeking carriers aligned with their values. Below are 10 airlines based in Muslim-majority nations that maintain alcohol-free policies on all flights: These […]

Pengerusi MARA, Datuk Dr. Asyraf Wajdi Dusuki, menyatakan bahawa tenaga pakar dalam industri Halal semakin diperlukan, bukan hanya dalam aspek pensijilan tetapi juga dalam tadbir urus dan pemantauan proses.

Jordan is taking significant strides in developing its Halal ecosystem through a strategic partnership with Malaysia’s leading Halal digital technology provider, Serunai Commerce. This collaboration, facilitated under the Reverse Linkage modality of the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB), aims to enhance Jordan’s Halal certification processes and regulatory framework.

The Indonesian government is taking steps to strengthen its Halal product assurance framework by revising the Halal Product Assurance (JPH) Act.

State Islamic Religious Affairs Committee chairman Mohd Fared Mohd Khalid stated that the working paper for the plan is in its final stage, with RM800,000 allocated for its implementation through PIJ Halal Ventures, a subsidiary of Perbadanan Islam Johor (PIJ) Holdings.

Serunai Commerce Sdn Bhd creates a partnership with Uganda Halal Bureau as Malaysian Halal Digital Ecosystem provider supported by the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB), initiated in a workshop on 17th September 2022. The event took place at Hotel Africana and officiated by Mr. David A Kiiza, the representative of the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Co-Operatives […]