Malaysia, Indonesia form joint Halal Council to strengthen bilateral trade

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PETALING JAYA – Malaysia and Indonesia are strengthening cooperation in the halal industry through the establishment of the Malaysia-Indonesia Halal Council which will focus on facilitating certification and facilitating halal trade between the two countries. Deputy Prime Minister, Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said the establishment of the council is another important step in strengthening Malaysia-Indonesia halal diplomacy. “The initial focus …

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KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia has announced the establishment of the Malaysia-Indonesia Halal Council as an effort to strengthen halal diplomacy between the two countries. Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said the council will be chaired by Indonesia's Halal Product Assurance Agency (BPJPH), while Malaysia will serve as the council's secretary-general, with the first meeting scheduled to be held this October. "The month ...