Malaysia’s Department of Islamic Development (JAKIM) is spearheading an initiative to establish a world-class halal certification body in the Philippines. This move aims to elevate the Philippines’ halal standards and facilitate greater participation in the global halal market. The collaboration between JAKIM and the Philippines is expected to bring significant benefits to both countries, streamlining halal certification processes and promoting international halal trade.
This initiative aligns with the broader trend of countries like Indonesia and Vietnam focusing on enhancing their halal product ecosystems to meet growing global demand. Recently, Indonesia announced its plans to showcase halal products at the Tripoli International Fair 2025, while Vietnam is developing a long-term strategy to penetrate the halal market. Furthermore, the UAE has launched a Shariah-compliant global equity fund, highlighting the increasing importance of halal finance. These developments underscore the growing significance of the halal sector in various industries worldwide.
