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Gulf Insider
15-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Gulf Insider
Makkah Lanterns Festival Returns for the Eighth Year as Part of Ramadan Activities
The Makkah Lanterns Festival has returned for its eighth season, bringing Ramadan-themed activities, shopping, and entertainment to the city. Organized by the Makkah Chamber of Commerce, the festival runs from Ramadan 12 to 23 at the Makkah Chamber for Exhibitions and Events Center. Visitors can explore live performances, a children's entertainment area, a marketplace, and a bazaar featuring local artisans and small businesses. Food stalls, cafés, and designated seating areas offer spaces for families to gather. The festival aims to highlight local culture while also providing a platform for small and medium-sized businesses.
Zawya
14-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Zawya
Makkah Lanterns Festival returns for the eighth year as part of Ramadan activities
RIYADH — The Makkah Lanterns Festival has returned for its eighth season, bringing Ramadan-themed activities, shopping, and entertainment to the city. Organized by the Makkah Chamber of Commerce, the festival runs from Ramadan 12 to 23 at the Makkah Chamber for Exhibitions and Events Center. Visitors can explore live performances, a children's entertainment area, a marketplace, and a bazaar featuring local artisans and small businesses. Food stalls, cafés, and designated seating areas offer spaces for families to gather. The festival aims to highlight local culture while also providing a platform for small and medium-sized businesses. © Copyright 2022 The Saudi Gazette. All Rights Reserved. Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (
Leaders
27-02-2025
- Business
- Leaders
Commerce Minister Opens Makkah Halal Forum
Minister of Commerce Dr. Majid Al-Kassabi inaugurated the Makkah Halal Forum on Wednesday under the theme 'Sustainable Development through Halal.' The forum, held at the Makkah Chamber for Exhibitions and Events Center, gathered officials, business leaders, and key stakeholders. Dr. Al-Kassabi, along with attendees, toured the accompanying exhibition before participating in the official opening ceremony. Global Halal Products Market In his speech, the minister highlighted the rapid growth of the halal industry, stating that the global halal products market is valued at approximately $7 trillion in 2024 and is projected to reach $10 trillion by 2030, growing at an annual rate of 5.5%. He emphasized that the halal sector is no longer confined to Islamic countries but has gained global prominence due to its commitment to quality, health, and religious standards. Dr. Al-Kassabi also reaffirmed Saudi Arabia's commitment to positioning itself as a global hub for the halal industry in line with Vision 2030. This goal is being pursued through the national halal strategy and the establishment of the Halal Products Development Company to drive innovation, enhance quality, and expand market opportunities. Makkah Chamber of Commerce Chairman of the Makkah Chamber of Commerce, Abdullah Saleh Kamel, who also chairs the Islamic Chamber of Commerce and Development, underscored the forum's role as a leading global platform for advancing the halal industry and strengthening the Islamic economy. He noted that as the halal market continues to expand into multiple sectors, new strategies are essential to maintain excellence and quality. He also emphasized Makkah's central role in spearheading these initiatives. The event concluded with the signing of several Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) between local, Islamic, and international organizations. Additionally, key participants, sponsors, and individuals who contributed to the forum's success—including Dr. Al-Kassabi—were honored for their efforts. Related Topics : Makkah Halal Forum 2025: Premier Hub for Global Halal Industry Leaders Saudi Arabia Announces SR375 Billion Mining Investment Opportunities Makkah Halal Forum to be Launched on Tuesday Saudi Arabia Leads the World in Government Trust, Future Outlook Short link : Post Views: 5
Saudi Gazette
24-02-2025
- Business
- Saudi Gazette
2nd Makkah Halal Forum set to leverage Saudi Arabia's role as global halal industry hub
Saudi Gazette report MAKKAH — The second edition of the Makkah Halal Forum 2025 will begin at the Makkah Chamber for Exhibitions and Events Center on Tuesday. The three-day forum, themed "Sustainable Development through Halal," will be held under the patronage of Minister of Commerce Dr. Majed Al-Qasabi. The forum, to be organized by the Makkah Chamber of Commerce, aims to enhance Saudi Arabia's role as a global hub for the halal industry, by attracting entrepreneurs, investors, regulatory bodies and international experts to discuss the latest trends in this growing sector, as well as to highlight the commercial and investment opportunities available in it. The forum, which showcases the finest in halal services and products, aligns with the Kingdom's strategic directions regarding halal industries, which support national economic growth and diversification, in line with Saudi Vision 2030. The forum is featuring workshops, keynote sessions, discussion panels, live halal cooking shows and demonstrations, as well as opportunities for partnerships and collaborations across multiple sectors. This global event is set to bring together an elite group of experts and specialists in the halal sector from all over the world. The forum includes specialized discussion sessions on halal standards, innovation and the future of Islamic finance, in addition to interactive workshops aimed at supporting companies and entrepreneurs in complying with global halal requirements. International exhibitions with the participation of more than 150 exhibitors from 15 countries will also be held on the sidelines of the forum. The exhibitions aimed to enhance opportunities for commercial cooperation and expand the scope of international partnerships. The forum also features business meetings to connect investors with leading companies, as well as live cooking shows by world-class halal chefs, adding a cultural and interactive touch to the event. The forum will be a key platform for discussing the global unification of halal standards, bringing together representatives of international accreditation bodies such as the Standards and Metrology Institute for Islamic Countries (SMIIC), the Malaysian Islamic Development Agency (JAKIM), and the Indonesian Halal Product Assurance Agency (BPJPH), with the aim of facilitating the movement of halal products across global markets and enhancing trust between consumers and manufacturers.
