Russia Advances Halal Standards and Exports Through Roskachestvo-Centered Center
The National Competence Center for halal products is set to open in Russia, operating within the framework of Roskachestvo. This initiative aims to establish formal national halal standards, oversee certification, and monitor ongoing quality for halal-certified goods. Beyond setting benchmarks, the Center will actively promote Russian halal products both domestically and internationally, helping to build trust in the market and streamline cross-border trade for producers and retailers alike. [citation]
Speaking for Roskachestvo, Maxim Protasov noted that Russia achieved a milestone in 2021 by exporting a record level of halal products to Persian Gulf markets, with Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates accounting for the largest share of purchases. The organization emphasizes continuing momentum in halal trade as part of a broader strategy to expand Russia’s role in global halal food and related product sectors. [citation]
Protasov outlined ambitious export targets, highlighting plans to raise halal shipments to Arab nations to about 400 million dollars by 2024 and to roughly 700 million dollars by 2030. These figures underscore a strategic push to diversify Russia’s export portfolio and strengthen ties with major halal markets, leveraging standardized quality control to meet international buyer expectations. [citation]
From a global perspective, Roscongress reports that the worldwide halal product market has surpassed 2 trillion dollars in annual turnover. The initiative aims for halal products to represent a meaningful share of global production as demand continues to rise, with projections suggesting a substantial portion of goods worldwide could be halal-certified in the near future. This trajectory underscores growing consumer awareness and the importance of transparent certification processes for manufacturers seeking access to large, discerning markets. [citation]
Industry voices, including religious and community leadership frameworks such as the Spiritual Assembly of Muslims of Russia, have noted that halal pricing tends to stabilize during holiday seasons, reflecting steady consumer demand and predictable market dynamics. The ongoing development of certification and quality-control infrastructure is expected to support price stability while ensuring compliance with dietary and religious requirements across product categories. [citation]