Kangkong King represents Filipino pride at the 2024 Malaysia International Halal Showcase
The Philippines is making waves in the global Halal market as it unveils its “Halal-Friendly PH” campaign at the 2024 Malaysia International Halal Showcase (MIHAS), held from September 17-20. This campaign highlights the country’s increasing commitment to expanding its presence in the global Halal industry, promoting Filipino food and beverage products that adhere to Halal […]
Malaysian PM Anwar visits PH pavillion at MIHAS 2024
Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim paid a visit to the Philippine pavilion at the 2024 Malaysia International Halal Showcase (MIHAS) happening from Sept. 17-20. Anwar was seen meeting with Philippine officials who are showcasing the “Halal-Friendly PH” campaign. This initiative is designed to spotlight the country’s expanding Halal industry and its dedication to meeting the […]
Philippines promotes ‘Halal-Friendly PH’ campaign at MIHAS 2024
The Philippines is intensifying its efforts to establish itself as a key player in the global Halal market with the launch of its “Halal-Friendly PH” campaign at the 2024 Malaysia International Halal Showcase (MIHAS) on Sept. 17-20. This initiative is designed to spotlight the country’s expanding Halal industry and its dedication to meeting the diverse […]
PH to Host Philippine Halal Business Forum in Malaysia
The Philippines will take center stage at the Philippine Halal Business Forum on September 18, 2024, from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM at the Main Stage, Hall 8, Level 2, Malaysia International Trade and Exhibition Centre (MITEC) in Kuala Lumpur. The forum will showcase the vast opportunities in the Philippine Halal industry and highlight key […]
Marhaba Boracay: Landmark Muslim Halal Tourism Initiative Opens in Boracay
The Department of Tourism (DOT), in partnership with the Local Government Unit (LGU) of Malay, Megaworld Hotels & Resorts (MHR), and various Halal and Muslim stakeholders, unveiled “Marhaba Boracay” on September 10. This groundbreaking Muslim-friendly cove is designed specifically for Muslim families and travelers. This is a significant move to promote Muslim-friendly tourism in the […]
Halal Trade and Development Office strengthens alignment with DTI’s Investment Promotion Group
The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) has strategically placed the Halal Trade and Development Office (HTDO) under its Investment Promotion Group (IPG) through Department Order 24-158. This realignment is seen as a significant step forward in advancing the Halal Industry Roadmap’s Strategic Development Plan 2023-2028, which emphasizes Halal Integrity, Industry Development, Investment Promotion, and […]
DTI explores potential collaboration between Kadiwa ng Pangulo Fair and Halal Industry
The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Office of Special Concerns, led by Assistant Secretary Dominic R. Tolentino, Jr., met with key figures from the Halal industry on September 11, 2024 in Makati City. The meeting focused on exploring potential collaborations between the Kadiwa ng Pangulo Fair and the Halal Industry. Present at the meeting […]
CHED offers short course on Halal food standards with field visits to Indonesia
The Commission on Higher Education (CHED) announced on Tuesday that it will offer a short-term in-person course on halal food standards for regular faculty members or technical personnel from higher education institutions (HEIs). The course will also include field visits in Indonesia. In a Facebook post, CHED shared that the 10-day course, titled “Halal Food […]
Lanao Del Norte lawmaker urges gov’t to increase number of Halal-accredited msmes
Lanao Del Norte Representative Mohammad Khalid Dimaporo is urging the national government to find more ways in increasing the number of Halal-certified businesses during the budget hearing of the Department of Trade and Industry. Dimaporo said that while the government is ramping efforts to train more people in halal products, the real accomplishment is when […]
Lanao Del Sur empowers farmers with halal promotion and advocacy training
The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Agrarian Reform (MAFAR) in Lanao del Sur has launched a vital initiative to empower local farmers through its Community-Based Halal Promotion and Advocacy Awareness Program. Held at the MAFAR Social Hall, the training aimed to educate farmers about the growing opportunities in the Halal market and equip them with […]