Taiwan: Tapping the Muslim Tourism Market
The Taiwan Tourism Bureau says it has earmarked NT$5 million per year for last year and this year, and has been set aside to subsidize businesses seeking halal certification.
The Taiwan Tourism Bureau says it has earmarked NT$5 million per year for last year and this year, and has been set aside to subsidize businesses seeking halal certification.
Five companies have received halal certification from the Kaohsiung Marine Bureau, allowing them to serve the halal market in Taiwan and opening a door to Muslim markets in Southeast Asia.
With a growing population of over 200,000 Muslims, more restaurants in Taiwan are applying for halal certification and the food industry is aiming for a larger market.
The Southeast Asian nation is also a pioneer in the halal industry. Its halal certification body is well-established and its logo accepted worldwide.
Taiwan is preparing to assist businesses to acquire halal certification and will also take measures to boost exports to secular Turkey.