Pakistan Halal Forum 2026 Unveils $50B Halal Economy Roadmap
KARACHI: The 1st Pakistan Halal Forum 2026 concluded successfully on Saturday at a local hotel in Karachi. Therefore, the Forum unveiled a strategic roadmap for The Intelligent Halal Economy.
Halal Development Council organized the event at Pearl Continental Hotel. Moreover, it brought together local and global stakeholders. The forum marks Pakistan’s first dedicated platform for the $3 trillion global Halal industry.
What is Pakistan Halal Forum 2026?
The Pakistan Halal Forum 2026 was co-organized by Pakistan Halal Authority (PHA) and International Halal Certification (IHC). It was endorsed by the World Halal Council (WHC) and featured DinarStandard as Knowledge Partner.
Pakistan Aims for $50 Billion Halal Export Opportunity
Organizers said that despite having the world’s second-largest Muslim population, Pakistan holds less than 1% share in the global Halal economy.
The Pakistan Halal Forum 2026 aims to transform this challenge into a $40-50 billion export opportunity. The strategy focuses on shifting from raw material exports to value-added, certified products, supporting SMEs, and establishing One National Halal Mark and Standard.
Asad Sajjad, Chairman of Halal Development Council, said, “This forum is not just an event, it is the beginning of positioning Pakistan as a Global Halal Hub. Our focus is on public-private partnership, innovation and export facilitation. It is to connect Pakistani businesses with buyers in GCC, Malaysia, Indonesia and beyond.”
Mufti Zeeshan Abdulaziz, CEO of International Halal Certification, said Halal is now a global benchmark for quality, hygiene and safety. He highlighted technologies like QR-code traceability, Blockchain verification and AI-based audit. He added that IHC’s globally accepted certification will help Pakistani products gain international market access.
Representatives from DinarStandard shared insights on the Halal lifestyle economy and said the world is increasingly looking at Pakistan for authentic Halal sourcing.
The Pakistan Halal Forum 2026 will now become an annual platform, with dedicated Halal Economic Zones, SME support programs and investment facilitation.
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