Indonesia’s Halal Industrial Estate a Key Driver of Economic Growth: Vice President

On the 10th of March 2021, Indonesia’s Vice President, Ma'ruf Amin, predicted that the Halal Industrial Estate (KIH) would become a pull factor in the domestic industry, resulting in the creation of more employment opportunities and a boost to national economic development. Amin made these statements whilst speaking on the Indonesian Shariah economy at a webinar held on the 10th of March 2021.

Why it matters?

The KIH and Halal industrial zone development have become strategic tools by the Government of Indonesia aimed at boosting productivity. In addition to creating employment opportunities, these Halal industrial estates which will provide a one-stop service related to all Halal products or services and would embolden more small- and medium-...