Concerted ecosystem vital for Bangladesh’s halal industry growth: DCCI

A concerted and well-coordinated halal ecosystem is crucial for unlocking Bangladesh’s potential in the global halal market, which is currently valued at around USD 3 trillion, speakers said at a focus group discussion organized by the Dhaka Chamber of Commerce & Industry (DCCI) on Saturday.The discussion titled “Development of Bangladesh Halal Industry: Challenges and Prospects” was held at the DCCI auditorium, where industry experts and policymakers stressed the need for an independent halal certification authority, internationally accredited testing facilities, and stronger public–private collaboration to ensure Bangladesh’s competitiveness in the global halal market.In his welcome remarks, DCCI Senior Vice President Razeev H Chowdhury said Bangladesh has yet to fully utilize its potential in the halal sector, as the country’s exports from halal products remain below USD 1 billion — mostly agro-based — despite the global market’s projected growth to USD 9.45 trillion by 2034.He identified several bottlenecks, including non-compliance with international ...

• 11 Oct 2025