From food to fashion and finance, Malaysia’s halal industry seeks bigger slice of the pie

Halal food, finance, tourism, modest fashion and pharmaceuticals have been modified to respect Islamic syariah laws. ST PHOTO: HAZLIN HASSAN
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KUALA LUMPUR – Madam Aida Nurin, 44, used to find it difficult to find clothes that met religious obligations without looking too fuddy-duddy.

“I’m thankful it’s so easy to find fashionable modest clothing now. It’s available everywhere and online as well,” said the Muslim mother of three, who works in a bank.

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