Indonesia introduces halal products in Moscow

Indonesia introduced its range of halal products at the Moscow Halal Expo on June 2 to 5, 2016, noted a press statement from the Indonesian Embassy in Moscow, Russia.

Indonesian halal products showcased at the expo included instant noodles, peanuts, chips, red ginger instant drink, batik, accessories, Muslim fashion, and leather bags.

“As the largest Muslim-majority country in the world, Indonesia welcomes the trading exhibition on halal products, which is organized annually in Moscow,” Indonesian Ambassador to Russia, concurrently Belarus, M. Wahid Supriyadi stated.

According to the ambassador, Russia, with a population of some 25 million Muslims, is a potential market for Indonesias halal products.

Indonesia has been participating in the exhibition since 2010.

This year, Indonesia is keen on expanding its network base and exploring cooperation with halal product industries in Russia and other countries.

The Moscow Halal Expo is an important forum for Indonesia to introduce its halal products to Russia and the international market.

A total of 50 companies from 10 countries, including Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, the United Arab Emirates, Tunisia, Malaysia, Greece, Japan, and Indonesia, took part in the event.