The development of the halal industry and its implementation in various countries is an increasingly interesting area to study. The UIN Syarif Hidayatullah research team, led by Prof. Euis Amalia, conducted a study on the interconnection of the halal industry with the Islamic financial sector and the Islamic social financial sector, including zakat and waqf, in three countries, one of which is Thailand.

On this occasion, the research team had the privilege of visiting Krirk University in Bangkok, Thailand, on May 7, 2024. This visit was made possible through the university’s cooperation in the field of research. Krirk University is a partner of UIN Syarif Hidayatullah, which recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in August 26th. 2024.  We were warmly welcomed by Prof. Dr. Jaran Malumeen, the Vice President of International Affairs; Dr. Smeet Esore, director of the Master of Business Administration Program; Dr. Bandit Aroman, the associate dean of the Research and Innovation Department; and other personnel.

The purpose of this visit was to discuss the regulation of the halal industry in Thailand and its interconnection with Islamic banks in Thailand in supporting the halal industry. The discussion became more interesting when Dr. Smeet revealed that he is also a halal auditor.

In add ition, Dr. Bandit was kind enough to facilitate our meeting with several parties, including CICOT and the Islamic Bank of Thailand. We also discussed potential avenues for future collaboration and mutual benefits for both universities.