DTI partners with Zouq Philippines to expand access to Halal products and services
The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) has announced a strategic collaboration with Zouq Philippines, a Filipino-owned tech company, to enhance public access to halal products and services across the country. The collaboration is part of the DTI Halal Industry Development Office’s strategic plan, which was launched on January 23, 2024. During the planning phase, […]
Halal Industry promotion in Davao del Sur gains momentum
The National Commission on Muslim Filipinos (NCMF) – Davao, in partnership with local government units and other stakeholders, is taking significant strides in promoting the Halal food industry in the Davao Region. The NCMF Region XI recently organized the Provincial Consultative Forum on Halal Food Industry Development and Promotion Program for Davao del Sur. Held […]
PH eyes 20% growth in Halal Product exports for 2024
The Philippines is set to expand its Halal product exports by 20% in 2024, building on the current 3,000 Halal-certified products already available in the international market, according to a top official from the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI). The country plans to actively participate in major international Halal events, further establishing its presence […]
Tourism chief commits to developing Muslim-friendly tourism in PH
The Department of Tourism (DOT) has reaffirmed its commitment to enhancing Muslim-friendly tourism in the Philippines, aiming to attract more Muslim travelers to the country. This announcement was made by DoT Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco during the 19th Congress Committee on Appropriations hearing on the Proposed FY 2025 Budget for the DOT on August 20. […]
DAR, DTI join forces to support Halal certification for agrarian reform beneficiaries
The Department of Agrarian Reform (DAR) and the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) are stepping up efforts to empower Agrarian Reform Beneficiaries (ARBs) by transforming them into self-reliant, Halal-certified micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) and cooperatives. In a recent meeting hosted by DAR Secretary Conrado Estrella III and Undersecretary Amie Julsadjiri Sangcopan, representatives […]
PH to showcase Halal products at MIHAS 2024 in Malaysia
The Philippines is set to showcase its finest Halal-certified food and ingredients at the 20th Malaysia International Halal Showcase (MIHAS) 2024. Visitors will experience the rich and diverse flavors of the Philippines at the Philippine Pavilion, located in Halls 6-8 of the Malaysia International Trade and Exhibition Centre (MITEC) in Kuala Lumpur from September 17 […]
Philexport backs Halal growth and BIMP-EAGA opportunities
PHILEXPORT has reaffirmed its support for the development of the Halal industry and the Brunei-Indonesia-Malaysia-Philippines East Asian Growth Area (BIMP-EAGA). Philexport president Sergio R. Ortiz-Luis Jr. highlighted the organization’s early recognition of the region’s potential during his closing remarks at the 1st PCCI BIMP-EAGA Trade Investment and Halal Industry Conference on August 20, 2024. “In […]
DTI meets with UAE-based Lulu to boost local Halal products
The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Halal Program, led by Program Manager Aleem Siddiqui M. Guiapal, recently met with Rajmal Rafeeque, Country Manager for Lulu Supermarket’s Philippines operations, to explore opportunities for local Halal producers and MSMEs to expand their reach internationally. During the meeting, Rafeeque expressed Lulu’s strong support for DTI’s initiative to […]
DTI chief says PH aims to be Halal gateway in BIMP-EAGA
Department of Trade and Industry Acting Secretary Ma. Cristina A. Roque emphasized positioning the Philippines as a Halal gateway in the Brunei-Indonesia-Malaysia-Philippines East ASEAN Growth (BIMP-EAGA) region during the 1st Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry BIMP-EAGA Trade, Investment, and Halal Industry Conference on August 20. “The Halal industry is not just a niche market. […]
MinDa chief highlights Halal sector role for Mindanao economic growth
Mindanao Development Authority (MinDA) Secretary Leo Tereso Magno emphasized the significant role of the Halal sector in Mindanao’s economic growth, identifying it as a “priority agenda” within the Brunei Darussalam–Indonesia–Malaysia–Philippines East ASEAN Growth Area (BIMP-EAGA). Magno’s statement followed the successful Halal Industry Conference held in Manila last week. He highlighted the potential for establishing Special […]