: Malaysia needs to capitalize on its expertise in the halal industry, which is now in high demand by many foreign countries, due to the significant potential it holds in the global economy that could reach trillions of ringgit, according to Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar IbrahimHe said that quite a number of countries are seeking Malaysia’s assistance to establish their own halal industries, as Malaysia already has a world-class halal certification body, the Department of Islamic Development...
“We should leverage the strong collaboration between Jakim and the Halal Development Corporation , and align them under the Ministry of Investment, Trade, and Industry, thereby generating robust economic growth.” At present, HDC is assisting companies or products that have received halal certification from Jakim in promoting their goods to international markets.