Philippines: DTI targetting Iran as priority halal market
DTI is also targeting the Gulf Cooperation Council states, Turkey, Egypt, China and Iran for halal products and services.
DTI is also targeting the Gulf Cooperation Council states, Turkey, Egypt, China and Iran for halal products and services.
On top of the global slowdown in the market, Rivera also pointed to the lack of reliable data on the country’s halal shipments as a factor for adjusting the target.
The current highlight on market-access regulations pertaining to the promotion of halal products in major markets stresses on the stringent and costly processes being implemented.
Agriculture Undersecretary for Livestock Jose C. Reaño said the new policies will define the Halal process and activity in the Philippines.