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London– After a successful yearly event, the World Halal Business Conference Circuit 2023 (WHBC), the leading international conference for the worldwide halal industry, provided guests with insightful viewpoints and a strong outlook for the industry’s future. Significant advancements in the halal sector and the fortification of global ties were achieved with this.
The conference promoted a setting for information sharing, networking, and strategic partnerships. It highlighted changing patterns, prospective advantages, and significant obstacles facing the halal sector. Through engaging talks, creative workshops, and thought-provoking panel discussions, WHBC Circuit 2023 established a positive conversation on increased diversity, sustainability, and resilience in the halal sector.
At the event’s beginning, WHBC Circuit 2023 made a powerful statement by highlighting projects related to Halal diplomacy. The conference’s emphasis on diplomatic outreach within the halal sector highlighted its function as a global hub for mutual understanding and collaboration between cultures.
“WHBC Circuit’s emphasis on Halal Diplomacy initiatives reflects our commitment to fostering robust international relationships in the Halal industry,” affirmed Khairul Azwan Harun, Chairman of Halal Development Corporation Berhad (HDC), Malaysia. “These measures open channels for understanding, cooperation, and shared growth, positioning the Halal industry as an agent of economic and diplomatic unity.”
WHBC Circuit 2023 was considered a great success overall, with noteworthy partnership commitments, productive partnerships, and innovative initiatives. Collaborations to improve sustainability between HDC and the Malaysian Palm Oil Certification Council (MPOCC) are among the notable achievements. The Deputy Prime Minister also unveiled funding facilities worth RM2.67 billion that are expressly intended to support the halal industry. But the turning point that really represents our dedication to innovation is the National Digital Halal Platform (NHDP) launch, which completely changed the way Halal certification is handled.
The closing ceremony was a fitting finale to an event that witnessed global experts, industry leaders, and promising innovators converging on a single platform. From the official keynote by the Deputy Prime Minister of Malaysia, The Right Honorable Dato’ Seri Dr. Ahmad Zahid Hamidi, to the insightful sessions on Islamic Finance, accelerating E-commerce, and enhancing supply chain resilience, every moment at the conference left a resonating impact.
Following the event’s conclusion, Hairol Ariffein Sahari, Chief Executive Officer of Halal Development Corporation (HDC), Malaysia, expressed HDC’s commitment to strengthening international relations within the Halal ecosystem and the determination of HDC to facilitate engagements that spur creativity, inspire innovation, and foster fruitful collaborations.
“Building on the momentum generated at WHBC Circuit 2023, we are excited to announce that the next edition, WHBC 2024, will take place in one of the Organisation of Islamic Countries (OIC). The region has consistently demonstrated significant interest in the Halal market, making it an ideal location to continue building upon the important topics and issues discussed this year,” said Hairol.
“We invite industry leaders, experts, and Halal enthusiasts to mark their calendars for WHBC 2024 and join us for another exceptional event that promises further insights, innovation, and inspiration in the world of Halal business.”
The Malaysian Palm Oil Certification Council, Ramly Food Processing Sdn Bhd, FGV Holdings Berhad, Malaysia Aviation Group Berhad, Halal Food Authority, UK, Fraser & Neave Holdings Berhad, Ketengah Holding Sdn Bhd, Digital Panacea, Malaysia, TheNoor, CPL Aromas (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd, Sunrich Starhill Sdn Bhd, London Tea Exchange, UK, and Islam Channel UK are among the important strategic partners of the WHBC Circuit 2023. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs, JAKIM, MIDA, MARA, MATRADE, and MARA are among the organizations supporting this conference.
A well-known international industry gathering dedicated to growing the halal sector worldwide is the WHBC Circuit 2023. WHBC Circuit is making a significant contribution to the development of a flourishing, sustainable, and future-ready halal industry through innovation, thought leadership, sustainable practices, and inclusive growth.
