Dhaka, Sept. 13 -- In a strategic bid to elevate Bangladesh's role in the global halal economy, Religious Affairs Adviser Dr. AFM Khalid formally sought technical and institutional support from the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) to strengthen the country's halal certification capabilities, a pivotal conduit to the $2.3 trillion global halal market.

Dr. Khalid made the appeal during a high-level meeting with OIC officials on Thursday at the Standing Committee on Scientific and Technological Cooperation (COMSTECH) Centre in Islamabad, Pakistan.

The visit signals Bangladesh's aim to professionalize and standardize its halal ecosystem-from food and pharmaceuticals to cosmetics and logistics-ensuring international credibility.

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