Category: Asia
Halal beauty brands see rising popularity in Bangladesh
DHAKA: The term ‘halal’ has commonly been associated with Islamic dietary laws and food. But who could’ve thought that this term will become beauty’s latest…
Indonesia Wants to Make Halal Tourism a Thing
JAKARTA: In recent years halal tourism has grown substantially and occupies an important segment of international tourism. Statistical data shows that the value of the…
Indonesia’s ranking in Islamic finance jump six spots but major challenges remain – Business
JAKARTA: Indonesia’s Islamic finance rank has improved exponentially this year, but challenges remain to further develop the sharia economy. Based on the 2019 Islamic Finance…
‘Thailand halal Assembly 2021’ virtual event explores the science and technology propelling Thai halal to global glory
BANGKOK: The 8th edition of the successful series of exhibitions, “Thailand halal Assembly 2021” was billed as “A Virtual Way to an Actual Halal…
Is this stock halal? Islamic finance charts high-tech future
JAKARTA: “Is it halal to buy shares in Tesla?” a young Muslim would-be investor asks on Twitter. Islamic finance – an amalgamation of Sharia law…
Despite great potential, certification issue holds back halal food exports in Bangladesh
DHAKA: Bangladesh cannot explore its full potentials in the global halal food market due to a certification issue relating to such products. To speed up…
This holiday season, go for a Halal-themed tour package
NEW DELHI:On holiday with his wife last summer in Singapore, Atiq Khan would keep looking for Indian and Pakistani restaurants. “You could be sure they…
The best restaurants with halal food options in Hong Kong
HONG KONG: You don’t have to compromise on taste to uphold your values. Here’s our pick of the best restaurants in Hong Kong with halal…
Indian banks should exploit untapped potential in Islamic banking: Experts
NEW DELHI: Indian and foreign banks should exploit Islamic banking’s untapped potential to ensure the financial inclusion of “unbanked” populations excluded by the existing financial…
Angkor Wat’s Muslims: The key to Cambodia’s halal tourism?
SIEM REAP, Cambodia: If you close your eyes and listen carefully at sunset in Siem Reap’s old town, between the rhythmic chants and tinkling bells…