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BIMP-EAGE Trade, Investment & Halal Conference

3rd BIMP-EAGE Trade

Investment and Halal Conference 2026

The 3rd BIMP-EAGA Trade, Investment & Halal Conference 2026 will serve as a strategic platform to advance regional collaboration and investment within the rapidly expanding Halal industry across the Brunei Darussalam - Indonesia - Malaysia - Philippines East ASEAN Growth Area (BIMP-EAGA) region. Government Leaders, Policymakers, Industry Captains, Investors, Entrepreneurs, and Halal certification Authorities to exchange insights, explore business opportunities, and strengthen cross-border partnerships.

Date

2nd Sept

Time

9am - 2pm

Venue

SICC

Kota Kinabalu Level 4, Sipadan Hall 1 & 2

"A Unified Halal Economy drives not just commerce - but shared Prosperity, Trust, and Growth across nations."

Conference Highlights

  • Keynote Addresses by Regional and Global Halal Leaders
  • Panel Discussions on Integration, Innovation, and Sustainability
  • Networking Sessions with Industry and Investment Stakeholders
  • Showcase of Halal Products, Services & Solutions

Core Objectives

  • Promote awareness and understanding of Halal products and services
  • Strengthen cross-border partnerships in the Halal industry
  • Enhance competitiveness and innovation within BIMP-EAGA
  • Facilitate business networking and investment linkages
  • Share best practices on Halal ecosystem development and infrastructure
  • Encourage digital transformation and technology adoption in Halal trade

Key Discussion Topics

  • Regional Integration and Growth Opportunities in the Global Halal Economy
  • Strengthening Halal Standards, Accreditation & Mutual Recognition within BIMP-EAGA
  • Enhancing Halal Supply Chain & Logistics Infrastructure
  • The Role of Islamic Finance in Supporting Halal Industry Expansion
  • Innovation and Digitalization in Halal Business & Certification Processes
  • Unlocking Halal Tourism & Lifestyle Market Potential
  • Investment Prospects and Public-Private Collaboration in the Halal Sector

Halal & Muslim Population Snapshot (BIMP-EAGA)

  • A mature Halal ecosystem supported by a strong certification framework

Strategic Purpose

  • Position Sabah and the BIMP-EAGA region as a trusted global Halal hub
  • Strengthen trade and investment through integration and innovation
  • Drive sustainable, inclusive, and digitally enabled growth across the Halal ecosystem