Challenges and Opportunities in Halal Industry

By:

Dr. Shahid Raza

Chairman Bio-World Forum

Presented atPresented atHalal Research Council ConferenceHalal Research Council Conferencewww.halalrc.orgwww.halalrc.orgHeld at Expo Centre, Lahore - PakistanHeld at Expo Centre, Lahore - Pakistan

Objectives

Management efficiency Export facilitation Trade diplomacy Import strategy Reducing cost of doing business

Challenges

Demand of Growing Industry

Role of Chambers & Industry

Role of OIC Govt. Role

Opportunities

Muslim countries

Different products that come exported under Halal Brand

Role of Chambers & Industry Role of OIC Govt.Role

Recommendations/Proposals

There should be a recognized body in Pakistan which should operate with below given mission and objectives.

OBJECTIVES: i) To assist and facilitate the Development of Halal Industry and

Processes in Pakistan. ii) To assist and Facilitate Capture a Sizable Share by Pakistani

Producers in International Halal Market. iii) To Develop Halal Standards for Food and Non-Food Items. iv) To Continuously review requirements of international

market and modify national policies to fetch maximum benefits for Pakistan.

ROLE: i) Halal Certification. ii) Registration of Foreign Certification Bodies. iii) The “Halal Sector” Regulatory Authority in the Country.

Recommendations

Awareness Programs– Seminars and workshops– Consultative sessions

Conclusion

RECOGNITION OF PAKISTAN IN GLOBAL HALAL ARENA

21st Century

Government Role

Chambers & Industry Role

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