Singapore looks to deepen halal industry cooperation with Saudi Arabia

Singapore looks to deepen halal industry cooperation with Saudi Arabia

SINGAPORE: Singapore is looking forward to deepening its cooperation with Saudi Arabia in the halal industry, following a recent visit to the Kingdom by its minister in charge of Muslim affairs.

Saudi Arabia and Singapore elevated their ties to a strategic partnership in October, during Singapore Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong’s official trip to Riyadh at the invitation of Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman.

Seven memoranda of understanding to facilitate investment opportunities were signed and bilateral engagements have since increased. Singapore looks to deepen halal industry cooperation with Saudi Arabia