FHKI signs MoU with the BOT to promote Halal Development in Hong Kong

 

 

Federation of Hong Kong Industries (FHKI) and the Incorporated Trustees of the Islamic Community Fund of Hong Kong (BOT) exchanged a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) today (9 May) to collaborate on various Halal related initiatives in Hong Kong, including Halal development and certification.

 

Anthony Lam, Executive Deputy Chairman of the FHKI cum Chairman of the Hong Kong Q-Mark Council, signed the MoU with Saeed Uddin, Chairman of the BOT under the witness of FHKI Chairman Dr Steve Chuang and Qamar Minhas, Hon. Treasurer of the BOT.

 

The MoU allows the BOT to facilitate the FHKI in pursuing the establishment of a Halal related Q Mark, to recognize products and services certificated by the BOT in achieving Halal standards. Both parties will create a mutually beneficial platform and conduct joint programmes to foster the development of Halal industry in a sustainable way.

 

FHKI Chairman Dr Steve Chuang expressed his faith in helping Hong Kong to develop the Muslim market under the cooperation, as “Q-Mark” has been a pillar of consumer confidence, “FHKI has been supporting the business community over the past 65 years and is committed to exploring new opportunities for the industry. With the global Muslim population exceeding 2 billion, accounting for about 25% of the world population, there is significant market potential. I believe the collaboration with the BOT will empower the community to capitalise on the opportunities brought by the Muslim market.”

 

The BOT Chairman Saeed Uddin said, “The signing of this MOU today is a historic occasion. The Board of Trustees looks forward to working with the Federation of Hong Kong Industries and collaborate on Halal related initiatives, including, Halal development, knowledge exchange, policy advocacy, and industry promotion. The joint efforts of FHKI & BOT to establish a Halal related Q-Mark for Halal products and services is a significant step towards the development of Halal food standards in Hong Kong. It will encourage both local and overseas food manufacturers to obtain the Mark and gain the confidence of the Halal food consumers.”

 

 

Photo 1: Under the witness of FHKI Co-opted Member Hon Jeffrey Lam (back, middle), FHKI Chairman Dr Steve Chuang (back, right) and BOT Hon Treasurer Qamar Minhas (back, left), FHKI Executive Deputy Chairman cum Chairman of the Hong Kong Q-Mark Council Anthony Lam (front, right) and Chairman of the BOT Saeed Uddin (front, left) signed the MoU.

 

Photo 2: FHKI Chairman Dr Steve Chuang delivered an opening remark at the ceremony.

 

Photo 3: Chairman of the BOT Saeed Uddin delivered a speech.

 

Photo 4: FHKI Executive Deputy Chairman cum Chairman of the Hong Kong Q-Mark Council Anthony Lam delivered a speech.

 

Photo 5: Representatives from FHKI and the BOT posed for a group photo.

 

Photo 6: Representatives from FHKI and the BOT took a group photo with all the attendees.

 

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About Federation of Hong Kong Industries (FHKI)

Established in 1960, the Federation of Hong Kong Industries (FHKI) represents and serves the interests of Hong Kong’s industrial and business communities. FHKI actively consolidates the industry’s views on issues of concern to HKSAR Government and puts forward proposals that facilitate the industry’s long-term development. FHKI is also dedicated to strengthening communication between Hong Kong industries and foreign counterparts and forging the connection between global business communities.

 

 

About the Incorporated Trustees of The Islamic Community Fund of Hong Kong

The Incorporated Trustees of the Islamic Community Fund of Hong Kong has been serving the Muslim community since 1850. The Incorporated Trustees of the Islamic Community Fund of Hong Kong were formally registered as a charitable organisation in 1970. The Government of Hong Kong SAR recognizes the Board of Trustees as the main body representing the interests of the Muslim Community in Hong Kong. we manage 5 Mosques, 2 Muslim cemeteries and coordinate all local Islamic activities in Hong Kong.