Borneo International Halal Showcase

Name: Borneo International Halal Showcase
Start: 2026-07-21
End: 2026-07-21
Location: Kuching

The Borneo International Halal Showcase (BIHAS) 2026 took place on July 21 in Kuching, Malaysia. During the event, the Premier of Sarawak officiated and emphasized the development of halal food and healthcare products through science and research to meet universal needs and expand global market reach.

Date: Jul 21, 2026
Location: Kuching

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Event summary

Highlights

Officiated by the Premier of Sarawak
Discussions on expanding halal product markets globally
Focus on science and research in halal product development
Emphasis on universal human needs for market penetration

The Borneo International Halal Showcase (BIHAS) 2026 was held on July 21 in Kuching. The event featured the Premier of Sarawak, Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg, who officiated and delivered a key address.

During his speech, the Premier highlighted Sarawak's commitment to developing high-value halal food and healthcare products using science and research. He articulated a vision for halal products to transcend traditional Muslim consumer markets by addressing broader human needs, thereby achieving greater global market penetration. Sectors like food security and healthcare were identified as significant opportunities, especially given challenges posed by climate change and evolving lifestyles. An example shared was the testing of a perennial rice variety in Marudi that yields harvests every eight weeks from a single planting, potentially offering a healthier alternative with both halal and non-halal market appeal.

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