PH Ulama team joins training in Shariah standards for Islamic finance
Members of the Philippine Ulama Congress are participating in a comprehensive five-day training program on AAOIFI (Accounting and Auditing Organization for Islamic Financial Institutions) Shariah Standards in Islamic Finance. The training will be held from November 11 to 15, 2024, the program is supported by the Asian Development Bank (ADB) and the Islamic Finance Advisory […]
PH companies shine at Saudi Halal Expo 2024
Filipino innovation and talent Brains Infinite Innovations Inc. and Level Up International Manpower Services were among companies which participated at the recently held Saudi Halal Expo. The two companies showcased the Philippines’ growing expertise in the Halal industry, strengthening the nation’s presence on the global stage. Throughout the expo, the Philippine delegates engaged with key […]
Halal Expo Philippines 2024 to boost local industry
The highly anticipated Halal Expo Philippines 2024 is set to launch on Thursday, November 14, at the World Trade Center Manila. This inaugural event marks a significant milestone for the Philippine halal industry, aiming to strengthen the nation’s halal market and foster international trade. With strong support from government agencies, industry associations, and both local […]
Pru Life UK secures first Takaful license to boost financial inclusion for Muslim Filipinos
Pru Life UK has made history by securing the Philippines’ first Takaful (Islamic insurance) license, filling a crucial gap in Shari’ah-compliant insurance and paving the way for broader financial inclusion, particularly for over seven million Muslim Filipinos. Issued by the Insurance Commission, this breakthrough aims to support the government’s Islamic finance initiatives and offer financial […]
PH Halal mission seeks trade and investment deals with Saudi Arabia
The Philippine Halal Mission, led by the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), engaged Saudi investors in trade and investment talks at the Halal Trade and Investment Forum on October 31, 2024, at the Federation of Saudi Chambers Headquarters in Riyadh. The mission included representatives from the Philippine Embassy, Department of Agriculture, Department of Budget […]
27 Farmers in Davao complete Halal native goat production training
Twenty-seven farmers from Davao Occidental and Davao del Norte recently completed a three-day training on Halal Native Goat Production, held from October 15 to 17, 2024, at the Agricultural Training Institute-Regional Training Center XI (ATI-RTC XI). The training equipped farmers with essential knowledge and skills in native goat production, emphasizing ethical, sustainable, and culturally appropriate […]
DOST XII bolsters Halal assurance in Mindanao with training on Halal Assurance System and cGMP compliance
The Department of Science and Technology Region XII (DOST XII) led a comprehensive training on the Halal Assurance System (HAS) and Conformity Assessment for Halal and current Good Manufacturing Practice (cGMP) at the University of Southern Mindanao (USM) in Kabacan, Cotabato. This workshop aimed to elevate standards in halal manufacturing and align local products with […]
BARMM officials strengthen halal sector insights at Saudi International Halal Expo 2024
Officials from the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) have deepened their expertise in the halal industry by participating in the Saudi International Halal Expo 2024 in Riyadh. Marjanie S. Mimbantas Macasalong, Chair of the Bangsamoro Parliament’s Committee on Trade, Investment, and Tourism, said the delegation engaged with international leaders and explored best practices […]
PH and Halal Delegation team strengthen trade ties with Saudi General Authority of Foreign Trade
The Philippine Embassy and a high-level Halal delegation met with the Saudi General Authority of Foreign Trade in Riyadh on October 30, 2024, to advance trade relations and boost the Philippines’ presence in the global halal market. The delegation, which included officials from the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), Department of Agriculture, Bangko Sentral […]
PH Halal Delegation explores collaboration with LuLu Hypermarket to expand PH products in Saudi Arabia
The Philippine Halal delegation, led by the Department of Trade and Industry’s Halal Development and Trade Office, recently visited LuLu Hypermarket in Riyadh to discuss a potential partnership aimed at expanding the availability of Philippine products and services in Saudi Arabia. The delegation met with LuLu Hypermarket executives to explore how halal-certified Filipino products, especially […]