Challenges and Opportunities in Halal Industry By Dr

Challenges and Opportunities in Halal Industry By: Dr. Shahid Raza Chairman Bio-World Forum Presented at Halal Research Council Conference www. halalrc. org Held at Expo Centre, Lahore - Pakistan

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

Challenges l Demand of Growing Industry l Role of Chambers & Industry l Role of OIC Govt. Role l

Opportunities l Muslim countries Different products that come exported under Halal Brand l l l 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. l l OBJECTIVES: i) To assist and facilitate the Development of Halal Industry and l ii) l iii) iv) l l Processes in Pakistan. To assist and Facilitate Capture a Sizable Share by Pakistani Producers in International Halal Market. To Develop Halal Standards for Food and Non-Food Items. To Continuously review requirements of international market and modify national policies to fetch maximum benefits for Pakistan. ROLE: l l l i) iii) Halal Certification. Registration of Foreign Certification Bodies. The “Halal Sector” Regulatory Authority in the Country.

Recommendations l Awareness Programs – – Seminars and workshops Consultative sessions

Conclusion RECOGNITION OF PAKISTAN IN GLOBAL HALAL ARENA l 21 st Century l Government Role l Chambers & Industry Role l PPP