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Rich in History, Culture & Arts – Russia
Russia, by far the largest country on earth in terms of surface area, covers over a ninth of the Earth’s land area. Officially known as The Russian Federation, the country extends across northern Asia and almost half of Europe, spanning eleven time zones. Though Russia is vast, large tracts in the north and east are inhospitable and sparsely populated.
Filed Under: Country Feature
Families urged to learn about Islam
Arab Muslim families are being invited to learn more about the principles of Islam and win valuable prizes in the process, including a cash prize of BD1, 000. A five-day event will be held daily in a Ramadan tent near Al Asala Society in Busaiteen. It will feature an Islamic lecture each day as well as various educational, entertainment and cultural competitions among other activities.
Filed Under: Products & Services
Saffron Road Launches America's First All Natural Halal Certified Frozen Indian Entrees at Whole Foods Market(R)
Saffron Road, the packaged food brand of American Halal Co., will begin shipping four of its All Natural, Halal Certified, frozen Indian entrees to Whole Foods Market(R) stores nationally in August, 2010. The four entrees slated for distribution are: Chicken Tikka Masala, Chicken Biryani, Lamb Saag, and Lamb Vindaloo.
Filed Under: Products & Services
Australia woos Middle Eastern tourists in Ramadan
Despite sensitive Islamic issues such as the burqa ban getting Australia’s politicians all hot and bothered ahead of a national election, for the country’s tourism chiefs, Muslim tourists represent a vital source of revenue. And although it’s better known for campaigns that focus on bikinis and beaches, the industry is now going out of their way to welcome Muslim travellers from the Middle East in the month of Ramadan.
Filed Under: Tourism
“Simply Halal” launch of Halal Barbeque Range
“Simply Halal” launch of Halal Barbeque Range could create more employment on the New European Halal Food Park. Recognising the growing popularity of Halal food, Simply Halal has launched a full range of marinated products to complement its retail pack range of Beef, lamb & Mutton Cuts. The introduction of the Halal BBQ range coincides with Ramadan and the month of fasting.
Filed Under: Products & Services
Sarawak Explores Possibility of Technical Cooperation with Bosnia-Herzegovina
Sarawak is exploring the possibility of having technical cooperation with Bosnia-Herzegovina, particularly in the development of energy resources and Halal hub in the state. Chief Minister Tan Sri Abdul Taib Mahmud recently led a high-powered delegation to Bosnia-Herzegovina with a view to engage their technical expertise for the state's hydro and coal mining sectors as well as the Tanjung Manis halal hub, which was being developed under the Sarawak Corridor of Renewable Energy.
Filed Under: Trade & Investment
Domino's Pizza scraps Halal menu
The chain enraged customers 18 months ago by completely removing pork from its pizzas in favour of Halal-only meat at its branch in Hall Green, Birmingham. But the pizza firm have been forced into an embarrassing U-turn back to their original menu due to poor sales.
Filed Under: Products & Services
MoU for Halal Park inked
Sindh Board of Investment (SBI) and Malaysia have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) for promoting Halal food industry and setting up Halal Park near Karachi. According to SBI, the MoU was signed by State Minister of Penang for Domestic, Consumer and Religious Affairs Haji Abdul Malik Qasim and Secretary SBI Yonus Dagha.
Filed Under: Trade & Investment
Brunei Halal Brand to Debut in Asia Markets in October
Brunei's neighbours will be getting a first taste of the Brunei Halal Brand which is confirmed to launch regionally come October of this year.
Filed Under: Trade & Investment