MAKKAH: The third Makkah Halal Forum recently concluded, attracting international leaders and industry experts from around the world.

During the three-day event, 15 strategic cooperation agreements were signed between local and international entities, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Wednesday.

The forum aimed to strengthen economic integration, unify standards, enhance product quality, and reinforce the credibility of halal certification systems.

A total of 170 exhibitors from 15 countries displayed cutting-edge innovations and services in the halal value chain, highlighting the Saudi market’s growing investment appeal and its competitive, innovation-driven environment.

In its closing recommendations, the forum reaffirmed its commitment to advancing the halal sector as an integrated global system that aligns ethical values with economic growth.

It emphasized the promotion of responsible and sustainable development, strengthening transparency and standardization to build market trust, and the expansion of international cooperation and knowledge exchange.