Ministry of Information and Broadcasting of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan
Ministry of Information and Broadcasting of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan
10/31/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 10/31/2026 08:51
PR No. 491 Federal Minister Khalid Hussain Magsi Calls for Transforming Pakistan’s
Federal Minister for Science and Technology Khalid Hussain Magsi called for greater international cooperation, stronger regulatory frameworks and technological innovation to unlock Pakistan's potential in the rapidly expanding global halal industry. Addressing the First Pakistan Halal Forum 2026 in Karachi, he said Pakistan is well-positioned to emerge as a competitive player in the international halal market, backed by its strong agricultural base, livestock resources and food processing industry.
The Federal Minister highlighted the growing significance of the global halal economy, which extends beyond food products to pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, tourism, logistics and financial services. He stressed that Pakistan needs to build on its existing strengths and develop a comprehensive, internationally competitive halal ecosystem to capture emerging opportunities in global markets.
Emphasising the importance of consumer confidence, he said transparent certification systems, internationally recognised standards and modern digital traceability mechanisms are essential for ensuring the credibility of halal products and expanding market access. He reaffirmed the Ministry of Science and Technology's commitment to strengthening the technical and institutional capacity of the Pakistan Halal Authority and supporting its regulatory role in the country's halal sector.
The Federal Minister also called for stronger collaboration with international halal certification bodies, particularly in harmonising standards, facilitating mutual recognition of certifications and promoting joint research and technical cooperation. He highlighted the importance of creating greater opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises and young entrepreneurs to become part of the growing halal value chain. He expressed confidence that the Forum's recommendations would translate into practical initiatives and stronger international partnerships.
The Forum brought together representatives of Malaysia's JAKIM, Türkiye's HAK, the Saudi Halal Centre, the UAE's ENAS and the World Halal Council, along with international delegates, policymakers and industry leaders. Appreciating the joint initiative of the Halal Development Council and the Pakistan Halal Authority, the Minister congratulated the organisers and welcomed the international participants. He expressed Pakistan's commitment to building lasting partnerships and strengthening its position in the global halal economy.
The Federal Minister highlighted the growing significance of the global halal economy, which extends beyond food products to pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, tourism, logistics and financial services. He stressed that Pakistan needs to build on its existing strengths and develop a comprehensive, internationally competitive halal ecosystem to capture emerging opportunities in global markets.
Emphasising the importance of consumer confidence, he said transparent certification systems, internationally recognised standards and modern digital traceability mechanisms are essential for ensuring the credibility of halal products and expanding market access. He reaffirmed the Ministry of Science and Technology's commitment to strengthening the technical and institutional capacity of the Pakistan Halal Authority and supporting its regulatory role in the country's halal sector.
The Federal Minister also called for stronger collaboration with international halal certification bodies, particularly in harmonising standards, facilitating mutual recognition of certifications and promoting joint research and technical cooperation. He highlighted the importance of creating greater opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises and young entrepreneurs to become part of the growing halal value chain. He expressed confidence that the Forum's recommendations would translate into practical initiatives and stronger international partnerships.
The Forum brought together representatives of Malaysia's JAKIM, Türkiye's HAK, the Saudi Halal Centre, the UAE's ENAS and the World Halal Council, along with international delegates, policymakers and industry leaders. Appreciating the joint initiative of the Halal Development Council and the Pakistan Halal Authority, the Minister congratulated the organisers and welcomed the international participants. He expressed Pakistan's commitment to building lasting partnerships and strengthening its position in the global halal economy.
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