New Zealand and Malaysia agree on halal certification deal

Tuesday 28 October 2025 · 3 outlets · 2 reports · updated Tue 28 Oct 2025, 6:56pm

In this story Christopher Luxon, NZME

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon and Malaysian deputy prime minister Ahmed Zahid Hamidi have announced a new agreement to streamline halal certification. The deal aims to grow New Zealand exports by allowing the Malaysian government to certify New Zealand meat producers. The announcement was made during the East Asia Summit in Kuala Lumpur.

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1. NZ HeraldTue 28 Oct 2025, 6:14pm

   New Zealand strengthens Malaysia, Asean ties with halal agreement, Comprehensive Strategic Partnership (opens in new tab)

2. Stuff via The PostTue 28 Oct 2025, 6:56pm

   Luxon in Asia: New Zealand and Malaysia confirm halal deal (opens in new tab)

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