3rd Bangsamoro Agri-Fishery Halal Congress Tackles Opportunities in Halal Industry Development
Stakeholders from the national government, the United Nations, and the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) gathered at Pagana Kutawato, Cotabato City, for the 3rd Bangsamoro Agri-Fishery Halal Congress from December 8 to 12, 2024. Themed “Enhancing the Agri-Fishery Value Chain: Challenges and Opportunities for Sustainable Halal Food Industry Development,” the event highlighted initiatives […]
Iligan City Halal Council Holds Productive Meeting to Advance Halal Industry Development
The Iligan City Halal Council recently held a successful meeting, uniting key stakeholders from various agencies to discuss strategies for advancing the halal industry in the region. City Councilor Atty. CPA Betsy Zalsos, along with representatives from the National Commission on Muslim Filipinos (NCMF), Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), Department of Tourism (DOT), TESDA, […]
BARMM Personnel Complete DOST Halal Lead Auditor Training, Enhancing Halal Certification Capacity
Personnel from the Bangsamoro Standards and Halal Testing Laboratories (BSHTL) of the Ministry of Science and Technology (MOST) BARMM successfully completed the DOST Halal S&T Comprehensive Halal Lead Auditor Development Training Program from December 2-5, 2024, at Bajada Suites in Davao City. The training, facilitated by DOST XI and conducted by the Malaysian Halal Consultancy […]
NCMF BMEA Partners with M&T Consultants to Boost Islamic Finance and Halal Industry in the Philippines
The National Commission on Muslim Filipinos (NCMF), through its Bureau of Muslim Economic Affairs (BMEA), forged a key partnership with M&T Consultants to advance the Islamic Finance and Halal industry in the Philippines. This collaboration is designed to foster engagement opportunities and support efforts to harness the full potential of this emerging sector. M&T Consultants, […]
Cebu City Joins ASEAN Halal Chamber of Commerce, Strengthening Its Role in the Regional Halal Industry
Cebu City has marked a significant achievement by becoming a member of the ASEAN Halal Chamber of Commerce, solidifying its position as a key player in the growing regional Halal market. This move highlights the city’s commitment to boosting economic growth through Halal trade and attracting investment. The official announcement was made on December 7, […]
BSP underscores islamic finance as key investment opportunity for the Philippines
The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) emphasized the Philippines’ potential as a hub for Islamic finance during the launch of an Asian Development Bank (ADB) report in Makati City on November 26, 2024. BSP Governor Eli M. Remolona, Jr. highlighted efforts to create a regulatory framework that supports the growth of the Islamic finance sector. […]
PH, Malaysia strengthen ties through Halal tourism and economic collaboration
Department of Tourism (DOT) Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco highlighted the Philippines’ commitment to strengthening ties with Malaysia during the “60 Years of Malaysia-Philippines Relations: Deepening Cooperation in a Dynamic World” forum held on December 5 at the University of the Philippines Diliman. The event, organized by the Malaysian Embassy in Manila and led by Ambassador […]
Bangsamoro showcases halal products at halal expo 2024 in Riyadh
The Bangsamoro Government highlighted its growing halal industry at the Halal Expo 2024 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, drawing attention with its unique products, including the durian jam from Sulu Food and Beverage Corporation. The event brought together global representatives to celebrate and promote world-class halal goods. The durian jam, made from the “king of fruits” […]
DOST Caraga representatives earn Halal Lead Auditor certification
Three representatives from the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) in the Caraga region have achieved certification as Halal Lead Auditors after successfully completing the DOST Comprehensive Halal Lead Auditors Training Program. The intensive three-day program, held from December 2 to 4, 2024, at Bajada Suites in Davao City, aimed to bolster DOST’s capacity by […]
DSWD launched Halal ready-to-eat food packs at national convention to aid disaster response
The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) Field Office NCR participated in the National Convention of Project LAWA and BINHI at the SMX Convention Center in Pasay City on Monday, Dec.2. The event, attended by various government agencies, local officials, and international partners such as the United Nations World Food Program (UN WFP), focused […]