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Turtle hatchlings released at the Turtle Islands sanctuary. Photo credit: Mindanao Development Authority.

Turtle Sanctuary in the Philippines Eyed as an Eco-Halal Destination

November 24, 2025

Located in the Sulu Archipelago, the Turtle Islands are part of the remote province of Tawi-Tawi in the southernmost tip of Mindanao.
Woman looks at halal meat products at supermarket. Photo credit: iStock/LeoPatrizi.

Philippines Moves to Gain Foothold in Growing Halal Market

July 07, 2025

Mindanao, where majority of Muslim Filipinos live, is being developed as the country’s halal hub because of its proximity to large halal ecosystems.
A farmer carrying pails walks in a field with cows.

Bangsamoro Region in Mindanao Cashing In on Strong Demand for Halal Meat and Dairy

March 14, 2025

The region plans to develop its cattle industry in line with BIMP-EAGA's vision to become a food basket for ASEAN and the rest of Asia.
Container ship. Photo credit: iStock.

Business Chambers Agree to Advance BIMP-EAGA Trade and Investments

August 23, 2024

Chambers of commerce from Brunei Darussalam, Indonesia, Malaysia, and the Philippines sign a memorandum of cooperation in Manila.
Sultan Omar Ali Saifuddin Mosque in Bandar Seri Begawan. Photo courtesy of the Government of Brunei Darussalam.

Brunei Darussalam and the Philippines Agree to Boost Tourism Cooperation

June 14, 2024

Areas of collaboration include promotion of Muslim-friendly and halal tourism, investments, airline cooperation, and knowledge sharing.
A woman cooking small cakes in Malaysia.

Malaysia to Bolster Halal Ecosystems amid Strong Global Demand

May 23, 2024

Government to strengthen support ecosystem for producers and service providers and improve governance, capacity-building programs, and promotion.
A farmer walks through a rice paddy in the Philippines.

Brunei, Philippines Explore Trade in Rice, Halal Goods

September 06, 2023

Ranking officials from the two countries discussed about exploring agricultural trade prospects during a meeting on 26 July.
A farmer tending to his crops in the Philippines.

Palawan-based Agritech Startup Forays into Brunei Darussalam

August 23, 2023

Venture is part of a project to improve the market access of farmers and fisherfolks across BIMP-EAGA.
Mosque in Indonesia. Photo credit: Asian Development Bank.

Indonesia and Malaysia Share Top Spot in Global Muslim Travel Index 2023

June 14, 2023

Other Southeast Asian countries also rank high among Muslim travelers.
Kuching City Mosque with the colourful Saujana Building in the foreground on the right.

Sabah and Sarawak Bolster Efforts to Attract Muslim Tourists

December 12, 2022

The Muslim travel market is expected to regain its growth momentum by 2024.