President Erdogan’s Vision for Turkey as a Global Production Hub
President Recep Tayyip Erdogan sent a video message to the 10th World Halal Summit, welcoming attendees to Istanbul and expressing his delight at hosting this important event. He emphasized the significance of the summit in promoting halal-certified products and services, which play a crucial role in the global economy. Erdogan highlighted the economic potential of Turkey and its strategic position as a bridge between three continents, paving the way for the country to become a global production hub.
The World Halal Summit, along with the Halal Expo 2024, has brought together more than 1,000 companies and over 50,000 visitors from 110 countries, making it the largest halal event on a global scale. President Erdogan believes that the discussions and debates during the summit will open new horizons for companies, institutions, and consumers in the halal industry, fostering collaboration and innovation in the sector.
Supporting the Turkish Economy and Promoting Halal Certification
President Erdogan reiterated Turkey’s commitment to supporting efforts that aim to unleash the full potential of the Turkish economy. By establishing the Halal Accreditation Institution in Turkey, the government has demonstrated its dedication to promoting halal certification and ensuring the quality and integrity of halal products and services. This initiative not only facilitates access to halal-certified goods for consumers but also simplifies the international trade of halal products.
In addition to promoting halal certification, Turkey has taken significant steps to enhance food safety standards and protect public health. The Turkish Food Codex, which complies with international food safety regulations, is rigorously enforced to minimize health risks and ensure the safe consumption of food products. Through increased monitoring and testing in control laboratories, the government aims to uphold strict standards for chemical, microbiological, and physical properties of food items, safeguarding consumer health and well-being.
Advancing International Collaboration and Standardization in Halal Industry
President Erdogan emphasized the importance of collaboration among Islamic countries in harmonizing halal certification standards and eliminating discrepancies and uncertainties in the halal industry. He highlighted the crucial role of the Islamic Countries Standards and Metrology Institute, established in 2010, in promoting uniformity in halal certification processes and fostering trust and reliability among member countries.
Encouraging all member countries of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation to join the institute, President Erdogan reiterated his call for collective efforts to streamline the certification and standardization of halal products and services. In a time where the demand for clean, healthy, and reliable food is more pressing than ever, international cooperation and standardization are essential to meet the growing needs of consumers and facilitate the global trade of halal goods.
In conclusion, President Erdogan’s video message for the 10th World Halal Summit underscores Turkey’s commitment to positioning itself as a leading global production hub for halal products and services. By promoting halal certification, enhancing food safety standards, and advocating for international collaboration in the halal industry, Turkey aims to harness its economic potential and contribute to the growth and development of the global halal market.
