Hong Kong's Muslim Community Urges Government Assistance for Halal Certification Body

Hong Kong's Muslim community is advocating for government funding to enhance halal certification processes and facilities for Muslim tourists. During a press conference, lawmakers discussed increasing the number of prayer rooms at airports and shopping malls to cater to the religious needs of Muslim visitors. Vincent Cheng Wing-shun, a lawmaker from the Democratic Alliance for the Betterment and Progress of Hong Kong (DAB), emphasized the importance of making Hong Kong more appealing to the Muslim tourism market. These initiatives aim to improve the city's halal restaurants and facilitate cultural exchanges with the local Muslim community.

Enhancing Halal Certification and Muslim Facilities

The Incorporated Trustees of the Islamic Community Fund of Hong Kong currently oversees halal certification, which is crucial for Muslims adhering to sharia law. The organization is calling for more resources to expedite the halal certification process. Efforts to increase certified eateries are paramount to meet the dietary needs of Muslim tourists.

Capitalizing on the Muslim Tourism Market

• Government funding needed for halal certification body
• Increased prayer rooms at strategic locations
• Collaborations for cultural exchanges and food festivals