Riyadh, May 7, 2024: The GCC Accreditation Center (GAC) welcomed a high-profile delegation from Belarus, marking a significant step towards enhancing collaboration in Halal Certification. Led by Mr. Hlushchanka Kirill, the First Deputy Director in the Ministry of Agriculture and Food of the Republic of Belarus, the delegation included key figures from the Belarusian State Center for Accreditation (BSCA) and LLC BelHalal.

In a productive bilateral meeting hosted at the GAC headquarters in Riyadh, discussions revolved around activating existing cooperation agreements and exploring new avenues for collaboration, particularly in the accreditation of halal certification bodies.

Mr. Moteb Al-Mezani, the Director General of GAC, extended a warm welcome to the Belarusian delegation, expressing appreciation for the longstanding relationship between the two entities. The meeting provided a platform to review current areas of cooperation and identify opportunities for mutual benefit.

“The visit of the Belarus delegation underscores the commitment of both parties to strengthen ties and foster meaningful cooperation in the field of halal certification,” remarked Mr. Al-Mezani. “We look forward to leveraging our collective expertise to ensure the highest standards of accreditation and promote consumer confidence in halal products.”

The discussions emphasized the importance of streamlining accreditation processes and enhancing the capacity of halal certification bodies to meet the growing demand for halal products and services globally. Both sides expressed optimism about the potential for closer collaboration and agreed to work closely to achieve shared objectives.

Mr. Kirill and his delegation conveyed their gratitude for the warm reception and reaffirmed Belarus’s commitment to deepening cooperation with the GCC countries in the halal industry. The visit concluded with a commitment to further dialogue and joint initiatives aimed at advancing the halal certification agenda.

As the global halal market continues to expand, partnerships like these play a crucial role in ensuring the integrity and credibility of halal certification processes, ultimately benefiting consumers and businesses alike. The fruitful exchange between the Belarusian delegation and GAC sets the stage for enhanced collaboration and shared success in the halal industry.