VOV.VN - Bilateral trade between Vietnam and Malaysia in the Halal sector has been growing steadily, though challenges remain with trade imbalances and strict Islamic certification requirements.

Vietnam is stepping up efforts to boost the export of Halal products to Türkiye as part of its broader strategy to tap into the rapidly expanding global Halal market, valued at over US$2.5 trillion.

Amid rising global demand for Halal products, Tay Ninh province, a gateway in Vietnam’s southwestern border, together with the Mekong Delta, is being shaped into a strategic centre for the development of the nation’s Halal industry.

Deputy Prime Minister Tran Hong Ha underscored the Halal industry’s pivotal role in the 21st century during the opening of the Global Halal Summit 2025, a flagship event at the Malaysia International Halal Showcase 2025 (MIHAS 2025) in Kuala Lumpur on September 19.

Vietnamese Deputy Prime Minister Tran Hong Ha on September 18 received representatives from several Malaysian associations and enterprises to promote bilateral trade and investment cooperation in general and the development of the Halal industry in particular.

The global Halal industry is expanding rapidly, but Vietnamese exporters have yet to fully capitalise on its opportunities. Experts believe Vietnam needs a comprehensive, long-term strategy to develop its Halal sector, covering certification, market access, and capacity building.

VOV.VN - Vietnam and Indonesia target a bilateral trade turnover of US$20 billion by 2028, prioritizing cooperation in the food sector and food security.

VOV.VN - A seminar was held in Ho Chi Minh City on August 7 to examine export prospects for Vietnamese businesses to tap into the global Halal market via Malaysia.

The global Halal market, catering to Muslim consumers, presents significant export opportunities for Vietnamese businesses, particularly in sectors such as agriculture, food, cosmetics, textiles, and pharmaceuticals.

The signing of multiple trade cooperation agreements between Vietnam and Middle Eastern countries in late 2024 has opened new opportunities for Vietnamese goods to enter the Halal market, creating strong momentum and prospects for Vietnamese businesses, particularly those operating in agriculture.