Thailand Eyes Leadership in Growing Halal and Future Food Industries

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In response to the surging global demand for Halal products and the dynamic landscape of future foods, Thailand is strategically positioning itself as a central figure in these rapidly evolving sectors.

 

The Thai government has identified the food industry as a pivotal driver of economic stability and is ramping up efforts to harness its potential. Halal products, spanning a wide array of offerings such as finance, food, fashion, media, medicine, and tourism, have been experiencing impressive growth, boasting a remarkable 7.5% increase. This burgeoning industry carries an estimated value of approximately 2 trillion US dollars.

 

Prime Minister and Finance Minister Srettha Thavisin recently engaged in a productive dialogue with Boonlert Ongpaiboon, the Vice Chairman of the Thai Chamber of Commerce’s Committee on Processed Food and Future Foods.

 

Central to their discussions was the robust Halal industry in Thailand, which currently accounts for roughly 20% of the nation’s total food exports. Remarkably, it contributes a staggering 60% to Thailand’s Halal food exports, primarily to countries with predominantly Islamic populations such as Indonesia, Malaysia, and Brunei. These exports translated into nearly 6 billion US dollars in revenue during 2021 and 2022.

 

Acknowledging the immense consumer base and substantial spending potential within the Halal and future food markets, Prime Minister Thavisin is taking proactive steps to leverage this opportunity.

 

His administration aims to channel resources into funding, marketing, certification, and education initiatives, all designed to elevate the value of agricultural products, ensure stable incomes for farmers, and cultivate a knowledgeable workforce within the food sector.

 

These measures are strategically devised to support fledgling startups, as well as public and private sectors, in crafting clear strategies that align with market demands, further solidifying Thailand’s reputation as a dependable source of sought-after Halal foods for multiple nations.

 

by Woraprat Lerpaisal

 

Source: NNT 2023-10-03

 

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[Rampant Rabbit]

yes  you  just cant beat slitting an animals  throat without  stunning it because  your imaginary friend told you thats  how  it  should be, praise be to allah eh!!! Vile.

Edited October 3, 2023 by Rampant Rabbit

[RichardColeman]

7 hours ago, Rampant Rabbit said:

yes  you  just cant beat slitting an animals  throat without  stunning it because  your imaginary friend told you thats  how  it  should be, praise be to allah eh!!! Vile.

Maybe the cockrell will get a hundred odd virgin hens ? 

[fasteddie]

Animal abuse at it's worst.

[digger70]

That's that brainwash Religion , spacial prepared Food ( Worse than Normal prepared)  cost more for No Reason.

[proton]

Thailand eyes medieval and barbaric slaughter of animals to make a quick buck with the Halal certification scam ????