Malaysia, Indonesia form joint Halal Council to strengthen bilateral trade
KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 25 — Malaysia announced the establishment of the Malaysia-Indonesia Halal Council in a bid to s...
KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 25 — Malaysia has formed a joint Halal Council with Indonesia to enhance halal diplomacy and bilateral trade. The council, chaired by Indonesia's Halal Product Assurance Organising Agency (BPJPH) and led by Malaysia as the secretary-general, aims to streamline halal certification and reduce trade barriers. The inaugural meeting will take place in October this year.
The council will build upon existing cooperation between the two nations, addressing differing halal requirements and difficulties faced by businesses seeking entry into neighbouring markets. Malaysia's strengths in standards, governance, Islamic finance, and trade facilitation will be complemented by Indonesia's scale, production capacity, and entrepreneurship.
The goal is to boost halal exports to RM80 billion by 2030, with small manufacturers receiving support to reach overseas markets. Small manufacturers should have a clearer route to overseas buyers, while halal-certified companies should receive assistance in fulfilling their first export orders.
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