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‘Halal’ certificates for local food products have been introduced and issued to three companies, following efforts initiated by Ministry of Islamic Affairs.

Halal certificates are issued by relevant authorities after investigation to confirm that food is produced according to Islamic standards.

The certificates were presented to five products of Felivaru Fisheries, 12 products of Maldives Industrial Fisheries Company (Mifco), and three products of Horizon Fisheries, by Minister of Economic Development Mohamed Saeed at a ceremony held at Ministry of Islamic Affairs today.

Speaking at the ceremony, Minster of Islamic Affairs Dr Mohamed Shaheem Ali Saeed said that the introduction of Halal certificates in the Maldives will result in progress for local businesses economic development for the country.

Applications for Halal certificates can be made to Ministry of Islamic Affairs.