A team working on the 'Nutritious Free Meals' program in Pangkalan, Indonesia, revealed that 41 food centers lack halal certification, a crucial requirement for the program. This finding emerged during a week-long field survey conducted by the team.
The Indonesian Ministry of Industry has announced the acceleration of its efforts to obtain halal certifications for consumer industries ahead of the mandatory compliance deadline on October 18, 2026. This initiative aims to enhance the halal ecosystem and ensure the readiness of the national industry.
Ahmad Haikal Hasan, the head of the National Agency for Halal Product Assurance in Indonesia, emphasized that promoting awareness of halal products begins at home. This statement was made during his remarks in Jakarta, highlighting the importance of family education in shaping healthy consumer behaviors.
The Indonesian authority responsible for halal product assurance has announced the preparation of a supervisory guide draft aimed at clarifying the roles and responsibilities of halal supervisors, contributing to the improved implementation of the halal product assurance system in companies.