HDC sees 5%-6% halal exports growth this year

Jamil: ‘We see a lot of potential, particularly in the halal ingredients segment, which is still in its infancy.’

KUALA LUMPUR: The Halal Industry Development Corp (HDC) expects the exports of halal products to grow between 5% and 6% this year from RM42bil recorded last year, said chief executive officer Datuk Seri Jamil Bidin.

He said this would be supported by higher demand for local halal products, especially in the second half of 2017, due to the improving global economy.