GRAND HALAL BANGKOK 2026

@ Halal | March-April. 2026

• Thailand advances its global halal presence through strategic collaborations, strengthened certification frameworks, and initiatives that

support entrepreneurs and industry growth.

• Grand Halal Bangkok 2026 positions Thailand as a dynamic halal hub, combining quality, innovation, and connectivity to meet growing global

demand for halal-certified goods.

• CICOT and the Saudi Halal Centre establish a strategic partnership focusing on digital innovation, mutual recognition of standards, and human capital

development to expand Thai halal products globally.

GLOBAL HALAL FORCE: Thailand strengthens partnerships to accelerate halal industry growth and expand its presence in global markets.

Set in one of Southeast Asia’ s most vibrant commercial hubs, the event is designed not merely as a showcase, but as a strategic platform connecting international buyers with Thailand’ s rapidly growing halal industry.

With its strong certification framework, export readiness, and reputation for quality, Thailand offers a compelling proposition for buyers seeking trusted partners in food, wellness, cosmetics, and halal lifestyle sectors.

What sets Grand Halal Bangkok apart is its focus on delivering a curated and resultsdriven experience. At the heart of this effort is the Premium Buyer Programme, created to ensure that qualified international buyers can engage in meaningful, high-value business opportunities. Selected participants will enjoy a complimentary two-night hotel stay in Bangkok, along with exclusive access to tailored business-matching sessions, private networking engagements, and direct connections with leading halal-certified Thai exporters.

This initiative reflects a clear commitment by the organisers to facilitate seamless participation and maximise return on time for serious buyers. By removing logistical barriers and enhancing access, Grand Halal Bangkok positions itself as more than an exhibition- it becomes a gateway to longterm partnerships within ASEAN’ s thriving

The signing ceremony marks a historic step in strengthening international halal cooperation and enhancing Thailand’ s position as a key player in the global Muslim market. halal ecosystem.

Thailand’ s halal sector continues to gain global recognition, supported by close collaboration between government bodies and Islamic authorities, as well as a strong infrastructure that ensures compliance with international halal standards. For international buyers, this translates into confidence, consistency, and access to products that meet the demands of increasingly discerning markets.

Thailand continues to advance its position in the global halal economy as the National Food Institute of Thailand and the Central Islamic Council of Thailand( CICOT) formalise a strategic collaboration to accelerate the country’ s halal industry onto the international stage.

During a recent coordination meeting, both organisations outlined a practical cooperation framework to drive the“ Grand Halal” initiative, with a focus on delivering concrete support to Thai halal entrepreneurs and strengthening Thailand’ s competitiveness in the global halal market.

A key pillar of this collaboration is enhancing international halal certification connectivity through a Mutual Recognition Arrangement( MRA) mechanism. The network currently encompasses 156 certification bodies across 54 countries, significantly expanding trade opportunities for Thai halal products and services worldwide.

CROSS-SECTOR COLLABORATION

To ensure a holistic and integrated approach, the initiative will also engage cross-sector collaboration with four key ministries: Ministry of Tourism and Sports Ministry of Culture Ministry of Public Health Ministry of Industry

This multi-agency alignment is designed to strengthen Thailand’ s halal ecosystem across tourism, cultural industries, healthcare, and food production, positioning the country as a comprehensive regional halal hub.

As part of the strategic roadmap, CICOT is considering appointing the National Food Institute as a pre-audit body for halal certification, aligned with the operational framework of the Halal Industry Development Centre. This initiative is expected to enhance efficiency, credibility, and standardisation within Thailand’ s halal certification processes.

In parallel, the National Food Institute is preparing a list of 40 entrepreneurs to participate in a provincial-level support program in collaboration with Islamic provincial committees. This initiative aligns with the objectives of the Fiscal Year 2026 programme, which aims to strengthen grassroots capabilities and enhance market readiness among Thai halal businesses.

This collaboration highlights the National Food Institute’ s role as a key driver in strengthening Thailand’ s halal food ecosystem. By reinforcing international standards, expanding global market access, and supporting entrepreneurs across the value chain, the partnership sets a strong