Malaysia

Malaysia Boosts Halal Tourism with Visa-Free Entry for Qatar, Saudi Arabia, UAE, India, and Indonesia

2024-06-26 by Aamer Yaqub

Halal tourism, also known as Muslim-friendly tourism, is rapidly growing as destinations worldwide adapt to the needs of Muslim travelers. With the …

Injury Leads M’sian Engineer to Flourish in Halal Vegan Food Business

2024-06-26 by Aamer Yaqub

Manimegalai Parry, founder of Dodo Vegan Hut, didn’t start her career in the world of halal vegan food. Beginning as a lecturer at Sunway …

AEON Bank’s Islamic Digital Bank Expected to Break Even in Five Years

2024-06-22 by Aamer Yaqub

KUALA LUMPUR— Aeon Bank (M) Bhd is making waves in the digital banking sector with its new Islamic digital bank, which is expected to break break-even …

Malaysia’s Halal Industry Attracts Chinese Corporate Interest

2024-06-21 by Aamer Yaqub

KUALA LUMPUR – A growing number of Chinese companies are eager to learn about and integrate Malaysia’s renowned halal standards into their …

HDC Encourages ASEAN Partnership to Access US$5 Trillion Halal Market

2024-06-16 by Aamer Yaqub

The Halal Development Corporation Bhd (HDC) is urging ASEAN countries to collaborate in building a robust halal ecosystem to capitalize on the massive …

Observing Dhul Hijjah with Children at Home and Thoughts on Palestine

2024-06-15 by Aamer Yaqub

As the first day of Dhul Hijjah dawns upon us, Muslims worldwide are preparing for this sacred month, which culminates in the celebration of Eid …

Datuk Mohammad Faiz Azmi Appointed Executive Chairman of SC Malaysia

2024-06-15 by Aamer Yaqub

The Ministry of Finance (MOF) has announced the appointment of Datuk Mohammad Faiz Azmi as the new Executive Chairman of the Securities Commission …

Malaysia`s Zahid Urges 15-Day Halal Certification Process from Jakim

2024-06-10 by Aamer Yaqub

In an ambitious move, the Malaysian Islamic Development Department (Jakim) has been challenged to cut its Halal CERT approval process to 15 days. …

Malaysian F&B Products Stand Out at Saudi Food Show

2024-06-10 by Aamer Yaqub

The Malaysian Islamic Development Department (MATRADE Jeddah) recently organized the participation of 33 Malaysian exhibitors in the Saudi Food Show …

AITEX 2024 Announced as Asia’s Top Islamic Tourism and Trade Expo in Malaysia

2024-06-10 by Aamer Yaqub

The Asia Islamic Tourism & Trade Expo 2024 (AITEX 2024), organized by the Malaysia Tourism Agency Association (MATA), is gearing up to be the …

Islamic Finance Forum Promotes Capital Markets for Sustainable Growth

2024-06-02 by Aamer Yaqub

The Global Forum of Islamic Economics and Finance (GFIEF) 2024 recently hosted a dynamic panel session titled “Fostering Finance at Scale through …

Brazil Strengthens Halal Development Partnership with Malaysia’s Jakim

2024-06-01 by Aamer Yaqub

Brazil’s halal certification body, Fambras Halal, is confident in Malaysia’s continued leadership in the global halal industry. Fambras Halal …

Sarawak Agrofest 2024 to Generate RM5 Million and Draw 450,000 Visitors

2024-05-30 by Aamer Yaqub

KUCHING: The highly anticipated Sarawak Agrofest 2024 (SAF2024) is set to run from July 12 to 22 at the Bintulu Old Airport, promising to generate RM5 …

Afghanistan Central Bank Joins Global Islamic Economics Forum in Malaysia

2024-05-29 by Aamer Yaqub

The Afghanistan Central Bank, also known as Da Afghanistan Bank, has recently sent a delegation to Malaysia to participate in the Global Forum of …

Muslim-Friendly Tourism is the Next Big Opportunity for Malaysia

2024-05-29 by Aamer Yaqub

Global Muslim-friendly tourism is projected to contribute significantly to international tourism, with an estimated 230 million Muslim travelers …

Aeon Bank Officially Launches Malaysia’s First Islamic Digital Bank

2024-05-28 by Aamer Yaqub

Aeon Bank (M) Bhd has officially launched Malaysia’s first Islamic digital bank, marking a significant milestone in the country’s banking sector. The …

Zurich Takaful and AEON Bank Unite to Advance Inclusive Islamic Finance

2024-05-23 by Aamer Yaqub

In a significant move to advance financial inclusion in Malaysia, Zurich Takaful Malaysia has announced a strategic partnership with AEON Bank (M) …

Saudi Tourism Launches First Travel Show in Indonesia

2024-05-11 by Aamer Yaqub

In a bustling event at South Jakarta’s Kota Kasablanka Mall, the Saudi Tourism Authority (STA) unveiled its inaugural cultural showcase in …

Penang Aims to Boost Tourism with More Muslim-Friendly Eateries

2024-05-07 by Aamer Yaqub

In an ambitious bid to elevate Penang’s tourism appeal, the state government has intensified its efforts to enhance infrastructure, placing a …

Peru Aims To Boost Exports with Malaysian Halal Certification

2024-03-09 by Hafiz M. Ahmed

Forget copper and gold, Peru has a new cash crop in its sights: halal-certified food products. This year, the South American nation secured …

Malaysia’s HDC CEO Crowned Visionary Leader of the Year

2024-02-29 by Hafiz M. Ahmed

In a recent celebration of innovation and leadership within Malaysia’s burgeoning halal industry, Hairol Ariffein Sahari, the Chief Executive …

Malaysian Halal Products To Capture Chinese Market

2024-02-26 by Hafiz M. Ahmed

In a strategic move poised to reshape the landscape of the international halal market, Malaysian Halal Products are set to capture the Chinese market, …

Malaysian Companies To Export Halal Food Products To China

2024-02-26 by Hafiz M. Ahmed

In today’s global economy, diversifying export portfolios is essential for national economic resilience and growth. Malaysia’s Rubber …

Malaysia’s Halal Tourism Attracts Muslims From All Over The World

2024-02-21 by Hafiz M. Ahmed

Malaysia is fast becoming the premier destination for Muslim travelers, boasting a title as the world’s top Muslim-friendly holiday spot. In …