Islamic Foundation to launch Halal Diagnostic Lab

The Islamic Foundation Bangladesh is set to launch its Halal Diagnostic Laboratory in Dhaka's Agargaon on August 4. The first of its kind in the country, this lab will test products for their compliance with Islamic rules and regulations before giving them Halal certificates. Islamic Foundation's Director General Shamim Mohammed Afzal said: “The Secretary General of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) Dr Yousef bin Ahmad Al-Othaimeen will inaugrate the specialised lab after a meeting at the auditorium of the Islamic Foundation's Head Office on Friday evening.” Dr Yousef bin Ahmad Al-Othaimeen will attend the meeting as the chief guest, while Religious Affairs Minister Principal Matior Rahman will preside over the meeting. Islamic scholars from around the country are also expected to be present. Islamic Foundation's Assistant Director (Public Relations) Muhammad Nizam Uddin told the Dhaka Tribune: “Islamic Foundation usually certifies different organisations for their Halal products. The lab is set up to test the products before issuing the Halal certificate.” The lab was initially located on the ninth floor of the Islamic Foundation's Head Office at Agargaon. Around 50 companies had been issued Halal certificates for their products by the Islamic Foundation already.