Philippines launches new halal logo
Food
The Philippines have a new national halal logo and want to export even more halal products.
Expo Halal: Alimentaria shows Halal Food Trends
Food
The international food fair Alimentaria opens its doors in April 2020. A highlight is the Halal special show.
Moody’s: Digitization drives Islamic banking
Finance
Digitization and regulatory support are driving the growth of Islamic financial products in Malaysia and Indonesia.
Trade: More and more companies are using Chinese currency
Finance
Almost half of the larger German companies conduct their trading business in Chinese currency renminbi.
Halal Indonesia Expo starts in June
Companies
More than 300 national and international exhibitors show their products at the Halal Indonesia Expo in Jakarta.
In the Spotlight
Turkish supermarkets in Germany: less stores, but more sales
Turkish grocers in Germany generate more sales with fewer but larger stores. Meanwhile, international companies are interested in the market. However, detailed market data is missing.
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FoodThe number of Halal certifications and products is growing rapidly in Malaysia. The Southeast Asian country uses the power of consumers. -
FoodThe Malaysian government supports halal. This is a key advantage to benefit from the billion dollar growth market. In a few weeks, the world’s largest Halal show Mihas brings together manufacturers and buyers. -
FoodMalaysia is an important base for the global halal market. The Southeast Asian state connects all participants with a Halal ecosystem. -
FinanceTurkish banking authority BDDK has licensed Emlak Bank. The financial institution becomes an Islamic lender. -
FoodMalaysia is ahead in the global halal business. But its Southeast Asian neighbor Indonesia also wants to play a more active role.
In the Spotlight
Icann rejects domains on .halal and .islam
The Internet administrative body Icann is against the introduction of the domain extensions .halal and .islam. Some governments had considerable concerns.
