Experts see USD50bn potential in Halal exports
KARACHI: Pakistan can unlock USD40-50 billion in Halal exports by shifting from raw material exports to value-added, certified products, speakers said at an exclusive media roundtable for Pakistan Halal Forum 2026 held at a local hotel. The roundtable, held as a pre-event press briefing for the upcoming Pakistan Halal Forum 2026, was themed “Beyond Compliance: The Next Generation of Halal…
Karachi saw an exclusive media roundtable on the potential of Pakistan's Halal exports, with estimates ranging from USD40-50 billion according to speakers. The event, "Beyond Compliance: The Next Generation of Halal Innovation," aimed to position Pakistan as a global Halal hub rather than a mere consumer market. Despite being home to the world's second-largest Muslim population, Pakistan's contribution to the USD3 trillion global Halal economy remains under 1%.
Key stakeholders addressed the forum's goal to unite government, private sector, and international bodies in unlocking this potential. Asad Sajjad, Chairman Organising Committee, Pakistan Halal Forum 2026, outlined plans for the December 2026 event, expecting over 30 countries, more than 100 exhibitors, and international buyers.
Mufti Zeeshan Abdulaziz, CEO of International Halal Certification (IHC), emphasized that Halal now includes quality, hygiene, safety standards for more than just food, extending to pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, logistics, modest fashion, and tourism. He highlighted technological advancements in Halal, such as QR code traceability, Blockchain verification, and AI-based audits, which enable greater international market access in GCC, Malaysia, and Indonesia.
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