TASEK GELUGOR: Malaysia continues to strengthen its position as a global leader in the halal industry with a certification system recognised by more than 50 countries, while maintaining its top ranking in the Global Islamic Economy Indicator for several years.
Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said the country’s strength lies not only in issuing halal certificates, but also encompasses the entire value chain, including production, distribution, and marketing at the global level.
“Malaysia is a leader in issuing halal certificates. This year marks the 51st year of halal certification. No other Islamic or non-Islamic country issues halal certificates recognised by as many nations as Malaysia,” he said at the groundbreaking for Perda Halal Park Industrial Development Project at Perda Food Park here today.
He emphasised that these efforts set an international benchmark in developing a comprehensive halal ecosystem, including industry expansion and distribution to domestic and international markets.
Also present were Deputy Rural and Regional Development Minister Datuk Rubiah Wang, Penang Deputy Chief Minister I Datuk Dr Mohamad Abdul Hamid, Malaysian External Trade Development Corporation (MATRADE) chairman Datuk Seri Reezal Merican Naina Merican, and Penang Regional Development Authority (Perda) chairman Datuk Dr Shaik Hussein Mydin.
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— BERNAMA
