Roadmap unveiled to position Bangsamoro as Philippines halal industry hub
Aimed at positioning Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao as Philippines’ leading center for globally competitive halal industry
COTABATO CITY, Philippines (MNTV) – Bangsamoro Ministry of Trade, Investments and Tourism (MTIT) has launched the Bangsamoro Halal Industry Development Plan (BHIDP) 2025–2030, a six-year roadmap aimed at positioning the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) as the Philippines’ leading center for a globally competitive halal industry.
Anchored in Islamic principles of trade and production, the plan provides a comprehensive framework that identifies priority programs and projects, strengthens halal governance and regulation, and promotes economic growth while upholding ethical standards, sustainability, and culturally appropriate business practices.
MTIT Minister Farserina Mohammad underscored the importance of the initiative, noting that the Halal industry is no longer a niche market but a rapidly expanding global sector.
“The BHIDP is our shared blueprint for building a resilient halal economy that promotes prosperity, upholds integrity, and contributes to lasting peace and sustainable development in the Bangsamoro,” Mohammad said.
She said that by strengthening the halal industry, the region aims to empower micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs), attract local and foreign investments, and expand market access for Bangsamoro-made products and services.
Chief Minister Abdulraof Macacua, through Senior Minister Cusain Abdullah, said the six-year plan lays out a clear and unified direction to establish Bangsamoro as the country’s hub for a globally competitive halal industry.
The plan covers seven priority sectors: food, Islamic finance, Muslim-friendly tourism and travel, pharmaceuticals, nutraceuticals and food supplements, modest fashion, cosmetics, and media and entertainment.
These sectors offer high growth potential and are expected to position Bangsamoro as a competitive player in the global Halal market, unlocking new investment opportunities while creating sustainable jobs and livelihoods for the Bangsamoro people.
The plan is the result of a series of workshops, sessions, and consultations involving government agencies, private sector representatives, academic institutions, and development partners, all united by a shared vision for the future of the region’s halal economy.
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