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WORLD HALAL BUSINESS CONFERENCE 2025
KUALA LUMPUR

18 SEPTEMBER 2025 (THURSDAY)
BALLROOM 1, LEVEL 3, MITEC, KUALA LUMPUR

1:30 p.m

REGISTRATION

2:00 p.m

ARRIVAL OF DIGNITARIES

2:10 p.m

QURAN RECITAL

2:15 p.m

OFFICIAL KEYNOTE ADDRESS
The Hon. Dato’ Seri Dr. Ahmad Zahid Hamidi, Deputy Prime Minister of Malaysia

2:30 p.m

PRESENTATION OF MOMENTO TO PANELISTS, MODERATOR & STRATEGIC PARTNERS / GROUP PHOTO

2:45 p.m

TOWNHALL SESSION WITH THE HONOURABLE CHAIRMAN OF MPIH

An interactive platform between the Government, industry players, relevant agencies,and key stakeholders within the Halal ecosystem. The objective of this session is to strengthen two-way communication, deliberate on the challenges and opportunities within the Halal industry, and ensure alignment in the implementation of the Malaysia Halal Industry Master Plan 2030 (HIMP 2030). 

The Hon. Dato’ Seri Dr. Ahmad Zahid Hamidi, Deputy Prime Minister of Malaysia and The Hon. Tengku Datuk Seri Utama Zafrul Tengku Abdul Aziz, Minister of Investment, Trade & Industry

Moderator: Mr. Luqman Hariz, ASTRO Awani

3:45 p.m

CAPTAINS OF INDUSTRY – ADVANCING GLOBAL PARTNERSHIPS FOR THE HALAL ECONOMY

This session will bring together prominent leaders from diverse sectors to explore how global partnerships can accelerate the growth of the Halal economy. With the increasing demand for Halal products and services worldwide, collaboration across industries has become a key driver for innovation, sustainability, and market expansion. The discussion will focus on how major corporations are aligning strategies, building synergies, and leveraging international networks to strengthen the Halal ecosystem.

Proposed Panelists:

  1. Mr. Leonard Ariff Abdul Shatar, Group Managing Director & Executive Director
    of Duopharma Biotech Berhad
  2. Mr. Ezmir Hazizi Azhar, Corporate Affairs Director of Dutch Lady Milk Industries
    Berhad
  3. Mr. Mohd Ismadi Ishak, Group Chief Executive Officer of TH Properties

Proposed Moderator:
Mr. Luqman Hariz, ASTRO Awani

4:30 p.m.

ADVANCING HALAL ECOSYSTEM, WHAT’S NEXT?

As the global Halal industry continues to expand beyond food into finance, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, logistics, and lifestyle, the next phase of growth calls for stronger collaboration, innovation, and policy alignment. This high-level session will explore the evolving landscape of the Halal ecosystem, emphasizing the role of governments, financial institutions, and international partners in shaping a more sustainable and inclusive future.

SPECIAL REMARKS by The Hon. Dato’ Hairil Yahri Yaacob, Secretary General of Ministry of Investment, Trade & Industry

Proposed Panelists:

  1. Her Excellency Valeria Csukasi, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, Uruguay
  2. Mrs. Dafinah Ahmed Hilmi, Chief Executive Officer of Hong Leong Islamic Bank

Proposed Moderator:
Mr. Dhaliff G. Anuar, Head of Halal Consultancy and Advisory, Halal Development
Corporation (HDC)

5:30 p.m.

REFRESHMENT
PROGRAMME END

WORLD HALAL BUSINESS CONFERENCE 2025
KUALA LUMPUR

19 SEPTEMBER 2025 (FRIDAY)
GALLERY, LEVEL 1A, MITEC, KUALA LUMPUR

9:00 a.m.

REGISTRATION

9:15 a.m.

WELCOMING REMARKS
Mr. Hairol Ariffein Sahari, Chief Executive Officer of Halal Development Corporation (HDC)

9:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

SECTORAL DEPARTMENT PROGRAMME
Halal Meat Supply Chain in Malaysia

9:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

PARTNER'S PROGRAMME
Panel Discussion on Halal Logistics Awareness

9:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

PARTNER’S PROGRAMME
Halal Park 2.0 Insights

12:00 p.m.

BUSINESS NETWORKING
PROGRAMME END

*subject to change

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