ACROSS the globe, the halal economy is increasingly shaping the direction of global trade and industry standards. What was once a niche supply chain now connects markets across Asia, the Middle East, Europe, and more. The growing numbers reflect this steadfast momentum. In 2024, the Muslim population reached approximately 1.907 billion people, representing 23.5 per cent of the world ' s population.
Reaching 2050, that number is projected to exceed 2.761 billion and form one of the most significant consumer bases globally.
Alongside this demographic growth, the halal food market alone is estimated to surpass US $ 2 trillion by 2025, with projections climbing towards US $ 3 trillion in the coming years.
In this evolving landscape, Thailand is positioning itself with a clear aim of
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Through Grand Halal Bangkok, Thailand is presenting that infrastructure to the world as a coordinated system built for scale. |
strengthening its participation in the halal economy while institutionalising trust through unified governance.
At the centre of this effort is the Central Islamic Council of Thailand( CICOT), which is actively reinforcing the structural foundation of " Thai Halal " through various initiatives, including placing Grand Halal Bangkok 2026 at its core.
STRUCTURED TRADE PLATFORM
Grand Halal Bangkok 2026, scheduled to take place at BITEC in Bangkok on Jul 15-17, is officially co-organised with the Central Islamic Council of Thailand( CICOT). The event is anchored by the same authority responsible for Thailand ' s halal certification framework.
Thailand currently records 12,125 registered businesses certified to use its official halal mark. Across industries, 201,416 products carry halal certification, of which approximately 190,000 are in
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food and beverages.
The remaining products span pharmaceuticals, chemicals, consumer goods, and related sectors. These figures illustrate a halal ecosystem in Thailand that extends well beyond food production.
By placing Grand Halal Bangkok within this regulatory context, Thailand makes a statement that the exhibition is not just a standalone commercial showcase.
Major Thai conglomerates and multinational corporations operating in Thailand have already secured their place in the halal economy.
Among them are companies within the CPF Group, Betagro Group, Saha Farms, TC Pharmaceuticals( Krating Daeng), Osotspa, Singha Beverage, Nestlé, Chang, and other leading producers.
Their participation underscores the degree to which halal certification in Thailand has evolved into a mainstream industrial standard rather than a niche segment.
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