Halal Development Corporation spearheads the development of Malaysia’s integrated and comprehensive halal ecosystem and infrastructure to position Malaysia as the most competitive country leading the global halal industry.
Established on 18 September 2006, HDC as it is also known, is the central coordinator that promotes participation and facilitates growth of industry players in the development of Malaysia’s Halal ecosystem. An agency under the Ministry of International Trade and Industry (MITI), it is the world’s first Government-backed halal industry development corporation.
HDC Halal Industry Development Corporation is a Malaysian government-owned company that focuses on the development of the halal industry in the country. It was established in 2006 with the aim of promoting Malaysia as a global hub for halal products and services, and to support the growth of the halal industry in the country. HDC provides various services to businesses in the halal industry, including certification, market access, and business development support. It also works closely with government agencies, research institutions, and industry associations to promote the growth of the halal industry in Malaysia.