Makkah — Under the patronage of Dr. Majid bin Abdullah Al-Qasabi, Minister of Commerce, the third Makkah Halal Forum opens tomorrow, February 14, running through February 16 at the Makkah Chamber of Commerce Exhibition and Events Center. Organized by the Manafe’a initiative, this year’s theme is “Halal: A Professional Industry.”
The forum brings together entrepreneurs, investors, regulators, and international experts to exchange knowledge and explore the future of the halal economy. Sessions will focus on innovative supply-chain solutions, alignment with global standards, and opportunities that bolster sustainable entrepreneurship within the Islamic economy.
Attendees include decision-makers, business leaders, finance specialists, technology pioneers, and representatives from halal organizations worldwide. International speakers will feature government ministers, CEOs of halal platforms, and leaders of Islamic chambers of commerce, highlighting the sector’s growing cross-border importance.
An interactive exhibition will run alongside the forum, showcasing accreditation bodies, leading brands, and institutions. The “Halal Experts Corner” will offer one-on-one consultations and a venue for signing strategic agreements. The program also includes initiatives to empower women in business.
Makkah Halal Forum 2026 serves as a strategic platform that unites economic insight, regulatory frameworks, institutional empowerment, and technological innovation. The event reinforces Saudi Arabia’s leadership in the global halal industry and supports efforts to professionalize and expand the sector in line with Vision 2030.
