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Daughters, our precious gift

A Daughter like the one we are honored to have is truly a Precious Gift from the Almighty to us.

Look what a daughter can do to you.

D….it’s so much to bring you joy…
A….add a lot of love to your world….
U… exalts you with his smile……
G…..has memories to treasure…..
H…like the warmest hugs to share…..
T…. touches your heart with its sweetness….
Enjoy… enjoy doing well thought out things…
R…adia her own special beauty……

To put it a little differently – DAUGHTER – Lovely, Attentive and Understanding Girl: Very Thoughtful, Always, Reliable.

And it is loved and treasured more with each year.
A daughter is love in a bright pink flower.
A bundle of happiness everywhere.
Then suddenly he is no longer small,
She is a vision of beauty, dressed for a ball.
Maybe a tomboy in jeans with a tear-stained face,
Crying because he just lost a race.

A dreamer, a schemer, for no two days alike,
What is a daughter? Imagine that she is more than a name.
She is a pleasure, a treasure, a consolation every day,
Affectionate and sweet in her own special way.
She is a feeling of satisfaction that is felt deep inside,
Bringing a life of pleasure and pride!

After some time she grows up,
And a transformation takes place
And she becomes a wife and soon after a mother.
The love that pours out is like a spring that never stops flowing.
where you can get water from, make the best use of this water,
And be careful not to muddy the spring.

Let’s take a closer look at why Almighty God thought of the Daughters.

Why did God make Daughters? ——— When God created the Daughters He
took special care to find really precious treasures that would make
they sweet and fair. She made them with honey and some tasty spices.
It gave them a hearty laugh and all that is nice.
God must have smiled when he made Daughters,
Because I knew that I had created love and happiness for every mom and dad.
He also assured that in the next few days they will become mothers,
and give more Daughters to this World,
And the cycle of life and death will continue for generations and years to come.

While I’m talking about Daughters, let me also give you what I call – LIFE BALANCE.

Our Birth is our Opening Balance!
Our Death is our Closing Balance!
Our prejudiced opinions are our responsibilities.
Our creative ideas are our assets.
The heart is our Current Asset.
The soul is our fixed asset.
Brain is our Fixed Deposit.
Thinking is our Current Account.
Achievements are our Capital.
Character and Morals, our Stock-in-Trade.
Friends are our General Reserves.
Values ​​and Behavior are our Good Will.
Patience is our earned interest.
Love is our dividend.
Children are our bonus themes.
Education is Trademarks / Patents.
Knowledge is our investment.
Experience is our Premium Account.
The goal is to count the balance accurately.
The objective is to obtain the prize for the best accounts presented.

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Fairfax Reckless Driving Tips

If you have been charged with reckless driving in Fairfax County, here are some things to know before you go to court.

Reckless driving is a criminal charge

If you are convicted, the reckless driving is a criminal conviction and will be listed on your criminal record. Once convicted, you cannot get a expungement to clear your criminal record of this charge.

Reckless driving stays on your DMV record for 11 years

A conviction stays on your DMV record for 11 years and carries six (6) points. The judges have no control over the points. Points in Virginia are administratively assessed by the DMV based on conviction.

Fairfax County Courts do NOT offer driving lessons.

In Fairfax County, judges do not offer a first offender or other type of driving school program to reduce or dismiss any traffic charges. In some jurisdictions, courts will offer first-time offenders or people with a good driving record the opportunity to take a driver refresher course. If an individual successfully completes this course, the charge is dismissed or reduced to a NON-CRIMINAL misdemeanor. In Fairfax, there is NO such program. Additionally, Virginia law does not allow for pretrial probation (PBJ) or other special deferments.

Fairfax prosecutors will not talk to people who are not represented by an attorney

In Fairfax, you will not be able to speak to the officer or prosecutor without an attorney. The policy of the Commonwealth Attorney’s Office is that it will not become involved in a case where the accused is not represented by counsel. Police officers do not have the authority to negotiate a plea deal.

Unless you risk going to jail, the Fairfax courts will not appoint an attorney for you on a reckless driving charge.

Judges will not assign co-counsel to indigent defendants charged with reckless driving unless there is a chance they will impose a jail sentence. A very good indicator that your charge may result in jail time is that the judge will ask if you would like to have an attorney represent you or offer to appoint a public defender.

Restricted licenses are not automatic and are often not granted.

If your case in Fairfax warrants a license suspension, you must apply to the Court for a restricted license. To do so, you must fill out an application (Form DC-263 – Application for Restricted License). However, just because you are prepared to apply for one does not mean the judge will grant it to you. And even if the judge grants it, listen carefully to what he grants. Many times, Fairfax County judges will suspend your license for 30 or 60 days, but if you apply for a restricted license, they will change the license suspension period to six months (giving you a restricted license for the entire period). Other times, the judge simply denies the request for a restricted license because he believes the case was serious enough not to warrant driving privileges.

HIRE A LAWYER

In Fairfax County, there is no better advice to give for a reckless driving charge than to hire an attorney. There are over ten judges who regularly preside over matters in the Fairfax County Traffic Court and this does not include the many retired and alternate judges who may be called upon to hear traffic matters on any given day. A common saying in the legal community is that reasonable minds can and often do differ. This saying is never more true than among Fairfax County judges regarding their views on the appropriate punishment in a reckless driving case. Punishments can vary greatly between cases. Factors judges consider are speed at time of violation, weather conditions, traffic conditions, time of day, driving history, etc. Minor differences in any of these factors could change a case in which only a fine is appropriate to one in which jail time is possible. Play it safe – an experienced traffic attorney can help.

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Is the COVID-19 vaccine the only hope since the treatments practiced do not show results?

Even after almost a year of its global invasion, the SARS-Cov-2 virus called COVID-19 continues to enjoy an advantage over humanity, which is not surprising considering the unprecedented crisis caused by a virus that almost no one knows, its seemingly selective approach in terms of mildness or severity of infection, baffling all doctors and medical scientists. Humanity, in its current very advanced stage of seeking knowledge, is never a party that accepts defeat, and thus the search has continued relentlessly for an effective vaccine, and in the meantime, research on antivirals or antivirals. -Reused malaria drugs, plasma therapy and other potential treatment methods. The main concern of all efforts is at least to reduce mortality rates that also inexplicably differ between countries, and to this day it has been an accepted fact that there is no cure for the disease. Several vaccine projects in various stages of development are in full swing in various countries with most of them promising a vaccine by New Year’s Day or early next year. Now, the latest disappointing developments about the treatment methods practiced so far have raised the most relevant question: is an effective vaccine just a hope for humanity?

Most of us remember the desperate international yearning for a basically Indian antimalarial drug called hydroxychloroquine (HCQ) when the pandemic was raging in Europe and the US, and the US president. However, slowly, over time, this drug was found to be ineffective and a bit harmful as well with regard to natural immunity. Then there were several other drugs and steroids that were used with seemingly hopeful results, Remdesivir being the most welcome as a lifesaver.

The results of the Solidarity Clinical Trial, one of the largest international Randomized Controlled Trials (RCTs), carried out by the World Health Organization (WHO) since March 2020, were recently declared, which marked four of the most promising drugs as ineffective for reduce mortality. All four treatment methods evaluated, HCQ, Remdesivir, Lopinavir or Ritonavir, and interferon, have been found to have little or no impact on mortality rates. When it comes to RCTs conducted in various countries around the world, including China, there have always been doubts about their findings, and experts feel the need for more such studies. Objections were also raised against the Solidarity Trial regarding its multi-sector sampling methodology, with an Indian hospital refusing to stop using Remdesivir and claiming its benefits for months in their patients. However, technically, it means that except for corticosteroids which have been shown to be effective in treating critically ill patients, there is no other treatment method considered, and it should also be remembered that steroids are not recommended for general or less severe patients.

Then came more disappointing news from the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) about the efficacy of Convalescent Plasma Therapy (CPT), hitherto allowed as an investigational therapy in progressive stages of the disease in India, which involves extracting blood plasma from patients recovered from COVID-19 and injecting this extract rich in antibodies in positive patients, particularly the most serious ones treated in hospitals. Over the months, it has become a systematic treatment method that creates proper donation channels in every state, as infected doctors also made efforts to donate the precious plasma.

The Director General of the ICMR declared the results on October 20, 2020 after conducting his own RCT during the period from April to July of the year that covered more than 400 hospitals in 39 medical centers in the country. Based on the results, the ICMR has concluded that CPT fails to reduce mortality rates or prevent the progression of COVID-19 infections from moderate to severe stages. Following this finding, the Government of India is considering removing CPT from its COVID-19 protocol for national clinical management. Indeed, this is sad news as CPT has been a very popular method of treating COVID-19 in the absence of an effective vaccine.

Experts, however, are not convinced by the CPT results, saying it may have had to do with the delay in infusion and the quality of the antibodies. Internationally, CPT remains a treatment method intended for emergency use only. In any case, given all these findings, the importance of discovering an effective vaccine grows even more. The pandemic is far from keeping its claws off humanity yet: After more than six months of fortuitous acceleration, India finally peaked in the third week of September 2020 with new cases still hovering around fifty thousand a day and more than 500 deaths daily while the European countries and the US are experiencing a second wave.

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Adult daughters and their mothers: a tenuous bond

For many adult daughters, the mother-daughter bond is a tenuous balance of both positive and negative feelings, connection, and autonomy. And for some, the bond is greatly affected by conflicting individual needs. After a particularly tumultuous weekend with my own 92-year-old mother, I began to think about the many stories I’ve heard from my clients about their struggles for love and autonomy with their mothers. These stories are mainly divided into three groups: abandoning mothers, narcissistic mothers and symbiotic mothers. Here are some examples:

Diana grew up in a downtown neighborhood. She never knew her father, and her mother was involved with a series of boyfriends, drugs and alcohol. When Diana was a little girl, her mother went to jail and Diana entered foster care. She grew up in several different homes, never feeling like she had a home with parents who valued or loved her.

As an adult, Diana takes pride in her professional achievements, but feels like a complete failure in relationships. She is extremely needy and undifferentiated in intimate relationships, requiring constant attention and proof of her partner’s devotion. In the work we have done on and off for several years, she has learned that she is clearly looking for what she didn’t get as a child, but that another healthy adult will never give her the full attention she seeks.

Looking at Diana, it is clear that she never had the healthy early symbiosis (oneness with her mother) that is necessary for optimal separation or differentiation from a parent. A caring and positively reflecting parent is essential for a child to feel valued, secure, and confident. It’s no wonder Diana tests her lovers constantly and she is subject to panic and deep depression when she doesn’t get the attention and admiration she needs to feel uplifted. She had not one, but two parents who abandoned her.

Connie and her two young daughters live with Connie’s elderly mother, who is chronically ill. When she asks Connie about the stress of this relationship, she sighs in frustration. Recently divorced and excited about the possibilities of a new life, Connie feels “suck on” by her mother. She tells me that she “never had a self” before, having moved from her parents’ house to an unhealthy marriage. She never felt different from her mother or her ex-husband and she is only now beginning that process. Her mother’s inability to support Connie’s differentiation due to her own need creates a tense situation in which Connie feels held hostage.

With Connie I see that there has always been a very tangled mother-daughter bond. Connie has come to understand this in therapy and now she is working hard to become her own person. However, it can be very painful for both mother and daughter when the adult daughter turns back on herself and the undifferentiated mother feels threatened by the “loss” of her bond. The will of the mother is also needed to work on the understanding that the differentiation process is healthy and does not have to mean the loss of love.

Paula is a single young woman with an extremely narcissistic mother. She has never felt safe setting appropriate limits because Mom cannot tolerate limits and all hell would break loose, leaving Paula desperately alone. Many months of work have been necessary for Paula to really feel the pain of having compromised her autonomy. Now her attempts to establish even the smallest boundaries with her mother feel like pushing against an impenetrable wall of resistance. Breaking an unspoken agreement with a narcissistic parent may just seem desperate. Many times it has been easier for Paula to fill the void with various addictions.

Many undifferentiated adult women have narcissistically toxic mothers or fathers. An adult daughter of a narcissistic mother will report feeling empty inside with no sense of self. She often feels treated as if she is her mother’s “possession”, as if her “job” is to glorify her mother. Narcissistic parents reward children for being like them, but may condemn, judge, or criticize a child for her true uniqueness.

Paula feels that she is in a “no way out” situation. If she makes her own decisions, she risks Mother’s hurtful criticism and her wrath. If she complies, she remains a child, an appendage of her mother. Autonomy is a very slow and painful battle.

Also, a mother’s response to a daughter’s trauma will certainly affect their bond. Even a daughter with a secure attachment will feel tremendous abandonment when her mother denies the reality of childhood physical, emotional, or sexual abuse. The mother is supposed to be the protector in all cases, but sometimes mothers would literally die in denial rather than acknowledge the possibility that something bad has happened to a child they are responsible for.

Shelly, for example, tells me that her mother finally admitted on her deathbed that Shelly’s childhood sexual abuse was real. And for Shelly, this admission had enormous healing power on her relationship. Petra, for her part, remembers that her mother died refusing to admit the possibility that Petra suffered sexual abuse at the hands of a relative. This denial only confirmed the deep abandonment and isolation that Petra has felt since her childhood.

These client examples are, of course, just a few of the many ways mothers and adult daughters relate. Each individual brings to any relationship specific developmental and attachment needs, and each mother-daughter relationship has its unique struggles.

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A guide to the cities and towns of Cyprus

Don’t believe everything you hear about Cyprus. The party town of Ayia Napa is just a small part of what this Mediterranean island has to offer. Certainly, if you’re a party animal under thirty, Ayia Napa might be perfect for you, but for the rest of us who’ve been there and done that, what else is on offer? In this article I will guide you through a brief overview of the other cities and areas in South Cyprus and you will see that for couples or families there are many options available.

Paphos

Paphos, a UNESCO world heritage site, is located on the east coast of Cyprus and you can be sure that it would be an adventurous clubber from Ayia Napa who would make it to this seaside destination. Now Paphos, a bustling tourist hub, is divided into two districts, the old residential town of Pano Paphos and the newer beachside resort area called Kato Paphos. It is here that you will find the elegant hotels, as well as the charming harbor and medieval fort. It is here on the coast that you will also find one of Cyprus’s favorite beaches, Coral Bay, where a variety of water sports are the order of the day.

Limassol

Limassol is a step in history and is the main commercial port of Cyprus. It’s not so much a chosen holiday destination in itself, but a vibrant travel hub and your vacation will certainly be enriched by a little time here. Known for celebrating many festivals, this is a destination worth visiting if you find it at the right time. Essentially, this is the main bustling city in South Cyprus and an interesting place to visit if you want to meet the locals. And for the true traveler, you can board a ship here to other destinations like the other Greek islands, Egypt, or Turkey.

larnaca

Larnaca is the oldest city in Cyprus and possibly your first port of call, as the international airport is the most popular with tourists. Although founded 6,000 years ago, Larnaca is very much a modern city these days, so it’s certainly not a sleepy tourist destination. This is a good place to come for the miles of sandy beaches and many seafood restaurants on offer. As Larnaca is in the center of southern Cyprus, it is a great destination to explore the rest of the southern coast.

Nicosia

Of course, no guide to the cities and towns of Cyprus would be complete without mentioning the capital, Nicosia. This fascinating city is, of course, divided down the middle thanks to the division of Cyprus between the Greeks and the Turks. This is home to the Archbishopric and the Presidential Palace, as well as many other historical sites of interest, such as the Byzantine Museum and the Faneromeni Church. EU citizens can now cross the borders within the city from the Greek side to the Turkish side (and vice versa) via the Ledra street crossing.

So just like Ibiza, there is more to this island than just clubbing. Families, couples, and travelers will find something of interest here and that’s before we even start talking about the food, culture, and smaller tourist sights. With many low cost airlines flying to Cyprus, this is a very affordable and enjoyable holiday destination.

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Everything you need to know about windshield replacement

He was happily driving around in his vehicle, and all of a sudden it broke down! Now you need to have a windshield replacement. Do you know that your windshield is a safety device?

It can save you from wind, debris and rain. More importantly, it can reduce the risk of injury from accidents. It may even save your life or that of any other passenger. In the event of an accident, it can protect you from debris. It also supports the roof of your vehicle.

So much use of such a silly thing!

Therefore, if you have a crack in the windshield, you should immediately contact the nearest car service center and have it repaired or replaced.

Cleaning and Inspection of Crystals

To clean your car windshield, you should always use cleaners without ammonia. Ammonia-based cleaners are harmful to upholstery materials, window films, and dashboards.

Use microfiber towels or soft cotton pieces for a smooth cleaning process. This will leave your windshield beautiful and shiny.

Considerations during auto glass inspection:

  • Check the glass inside and out for cracks and chips.
  • Check if your windshield is badly chipped.
  • Don’t forget the edges of the windshield.
  • Make sure the wiper blades are soft and foldable. They should be able to wipe water off the windshield in one motion.

glass repair

In today’s era, technicians can even repair your damaged windshield. Some insurance companies cover glass repairs without any deduction because this is much cheaper than glass replacement.

The location and size of the crack will be a determining factor in whether you should repair or replace the glass.

If the chip is smaller than a quarter or the crack is only a few inches, then it is possible to repair it. But you must be careful that glass repair can affect visibility.

glass replacement

If you are replacing your windshield, using proper techniques and quality materials is very important to your safety. You shouldn’t trust anyone with glass replacement. Go only to well-established businesses in your city.

You should know that windshield replacement can be very expensive. It can put a big dent in your savings. If you have insurance coverage, this will be covered by the comprehensive part.

Cost and other considerations

If you are someone who does not have car insurance, several factors determine the cost of windshield replacement. It varies by car model, car make, location, and type of glass to be used.

The average repair cost in 16 major US cities for a Honda Accord will range from $250 to $300, while for the BMW XS it can range from $350 to $450.

In the case of windshield replacement, it would be better if you could save some more money. This may be a life or death decision for you. A little tooth in your savings that can save your life, is worth it.

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Penultimate eleven tracks from great rock albums

Neither conference championship game was very exciting, as New England defeated Pittsburgh and Atlanta dismantled Green Bay. All football fans hope that the Super Bowl will prove to be more exciting.

What would really be nice is to have a competition much like the ones that set up conference championship matchups, when the Packers beat the Cowboys on a last-second field goal and the Steelers outscored the Chiefs when a conversion was overturned. two points in the fourth quarter. The Super Bowl probably won’t be as exciting as any of those penultimate games before the championships.

When it comes to top penultimate occurrences, one need only look at the world of music. Some of the best rock albums ever recorded have their standout track as the penultimate song, a phenomenon known as the penultimate track.

Stylusmagazine.com listed “Go to California” from Led Zeppelin IV and “Don’t Stop Me Now” by Queen’s Jazz album. Both songs are the highlights on their respective albums, far superior to the final tracks.

In number 79 of great acquisition magazine, columnist Jeff Kelson reviews a pretty comprehensive list of what he calls penultimate tracks, penultimate songs that are so much better than the next. Among the songs he mentions are “There Is a Light That Never Goes Out” by The Smiths of the queen is dead and “Eton Rifles” by the Jam of Sound settings. Two other listings are “Behind Blue Eyes” by The Who from Who is the next one YThe Needle and the Damage Done” from Neil Young’s Harvest.

Although he could not be in Kelson’s column, Elton John could appear twice in any discussion of the penultimate tracks. The featured track in Don’t shoot me, I’m just the piano player is the penultimate song, “Honky Cat”. the track album caribou featured their biggest hit, “Don’t Let the Sun Go Down On Me”, as the penultimate song.

Here are eleven other penultimate songs, along with the artists and album they came from.

Calm and easy feeling for the eagles

This timeless love ballad is the penultimate song from the band’s self-titled debut, which also included “Take It Easy” and “Witchy Woman.”

Ballad of Dwight Frye by Alice Cooper

love him to death it was the breakout album as “I’m Eighteen” made the Top Ten, but the best of the ten songs is the ninth.

how beautiful everything was for the old 97

This penultimate song from the alternative country band from the great theater Volume II remember the music the Eagles made on their early records.

death in the elbow by the smiths

The last album of the band, Strangeways here we gois a British rock collection notable for its penultimate song in which Morrissey pleads, “Oh, Glenn, don’t come to the house tonight.”

suit of lights by Elvis Costello

king of america indicated a more acoustic direction for Costello, and his Attractions appeared only on the album’s penultimate song.

Cracker Box Palace by George Harrison

The Beatles guitarist made his work more accessible in 33 and 1/3in which the penultimate song was also the biggest hit.

Dress me up like a thief by Paul McCartney

Stevie Wonder collaboration ‘Ebony and Ivory’ wraps up tug of warbut the track that precedes it has long been considered the best on the record.

Oh brother by Frank Turner

This moving tribute to Tape deck Heart shows the British alternative rocker at his lyrical best.

gone forever for the pimples

This title would have been perfect for the ending song of Falls too narrowbut James Mercer and his gang put one up afterwards.

Death and Night and Blood by the stranglers

black and white it featured a dark side and a white side, so a song with such a morbid trifecta would obviously appear on the black side.

Pretty girls by Joe Jackson

debut album sharp look It is made up of eleven catchy tunes, but the best of them all is track ten.

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Possession of marijuana in Georgia

Although it is a comparatively less dangerous drug than some of the others that share its classification, possession of marijuana in Georgia still carries severe sentences and penalties if convicted.

Not only will you possibly be subject to jail time and heavy fines, a conviction can bring with it unintended consequences. This can include the inability to pursue certain professional occupations, ineligibility for admission to specific graduate programs, as well as loss of eligibility for some types of government assistance on which so many depend.

Understanding the laws and process involved with a marijuana possession charge is the first step in preventing this issue from becoming a major long-term problem in your life. Since the burden of proof is on the prosecution to prove guilt beyond a reasonable doubt, a strong defense approach to this issue could help you reduce charges or possibly dismiss them.

OCGA §16-13-2 states that possession of less than one ounce of marijuana is a misdemeanor and is punishable by up to one year in jail and a fine of up to $1,000. In certain cases, a person can perform community service for up to 12 months. Alternatively, a person who is a first time offender may also be eligible for deferred adjudication or parole under OCGA § 16-13-2(a).

If you are allegedly found with an ounce or more of marijuana, you will most likely be charged with a felony, which carries a presumed sentence of one to ten years in prison and/or fines of up to $10,000.

The state of Georgia differentiates between different “types” of possession. According to the Georgia Code, an alleged criminal must have actual or constructive possession of marijuana in order to be charged.

• Actual Possession: Generally, this means that the marijuana was in the alleged offender’s hand, on his body, on his clothing, or within his immediate reach.

• Constructive Possession – Generally means that the alleged offender was able to gain control of the marijuana, intended to take actual possession of the marijuana, and knew that the marijuana was in his or her presence. Due to all the requirements necessary to believe constructively, this is a much more difficult charge to prosecute.

Although apparently unrelated to the alleged crime in question, the state of Georgia also requires that if you have been convicted of marijuana possession, your license will also be suspended (OCGA 40-5-75). He will reportedly receive a 180-day driver’s license suspension for a first conviction, a one-year suspension for a second conviction and five years for third-time convictions. No matter what the situation, he also cannot apply to receive a limited or hardship permit. As for his license reinstatement, he will be required to complete a drug risk reduction program and pay a reinstatement fee of $200.

With the myriad of negative consequences that unfold after a marijuana possession conviction, an effective defensive strategy is vital to avoiding these extremely punitive and anxiety-provoking penalties. If you choose to work with a Georgia criminal defense attorney, it is best that you get this job done as soon as possible. This allows your attorney to conduct any necessary independent investigation, consult witnesses and experts, or gather urgent information.

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The Global Halal Food Market: On a Growth Wave

halal certified

The literal meaning of the Arabic word ‘Halal’ is permitted. It is used in reference to foods and drinks that are permissible for Muslims according to Islamic law, as defined in the Qur’an. It establishes instructions that specify what foods can be consumed, as well as the method of preparation, mainly addressing meat items and animal tissue. For example, the Islamic way of slaughtering animals is to kill them by cutting the trachea, carotid artery, and jugular vein.

Muslim consumers now contribute to a growing demand for a variety of high-quality Halal foods. Halal certification is a concern for the world’s Muslim population of 1.6 billion because many Muslims live in non-Muslim majority countries where it is sometimes difficult to find Halal certified food or where the authenticity of the certification may be questionable.

growth potential

What is driving the rapid growth in the Halal Food Market?

Increase in the Muslim population

According to research published in 2015, Muslims currently make up about a quarter (23.2 percent) of the world’s population. The study further states that the increase in the Muslim population is due to younger demographics (many Muslims live in countries with lower median ages such as Indonesia, India and Pakistan) and continued improvements in infant mortality rates. With the rise of the Muslim consumer, food service chains like KFC and Nando’s now have Halal outlets, while Pizza Express uses Halal chicken and supermarkets in Europe are stocking up on Halal frozen foods.

Higher disposable income

Rising income levels among the Muslim population is fueling the demand for new and differentiated Halal foods. A growing Muslim population, as well as economic development in countries with large Muslim populations, make this a lucrative segment to invest in. For example, the combined disposable income of a Muslim American in 2012 was $98 billion.

Growing awareness and demand

The awareness factor is at stake for both the Muslim and non-Muslim population. The former are increasingly aware of their religious obligations, while some experts believe the latter are expected to switch to Halal food due to growing concerns about unhygienic and unhealthy food. For example, Halal meat accounts for around 15 per cent of total meat sales in the UK (£2.6bn), which is much higher than the proportion of Muslims in Britain (which is around five per cent). hundred).

Non-Food Halal Market Opportunities

Not all Halal products are related to meat. The evolving lifestyle and increased purchasing power of Muslims means that there is a growing demand for products that conform to Islamic dietary laws. As the Halal industry continues to expand beyond the food sector, there are many industries that will benefit, including:

cosmetics and personal care

More consumers are aware that cosmetics may contain alcoholic substances or products derived from animals prohibited by Islam. According to 2013 data, the Halal cosmetics and personal care market is worth approximately USD 13 billion with an annual growth rate of 12%.

pharmaceutical and health

Halal pharmaceutical and health products are in demand not only among Muslims, but also among non-Muslims who value wellness products that do not harm the body in the long run. This is why industry players are willing to change ingredients and manufacturing methods to meet this demand. In 2013, the Halal pharmaceutical market was estimated at USD 34 billion, and it continues to grow.

Tourism

Recently gaining popularity, this type of tourism refers to hospitality services and products in accordance with Islamic practices. Traditionally, Halal tourism has been commonly associated with umrah, hajj and pilgrimage. Muslims’ changing preferences for travel destinations, the rise of affluent middle-class consumers, and the increased degree of interconnectivity make travel convenient. This puts the Halal tourism market at USD 137 billion in 2014.

wear

Fashion houses in Paris and Milan have noted the commercial potential of Muslim women’s clothing that respects religious sentiments but incorporates elements of good taste and style. According to a 2012 report, the Muslim fashion industry would be worth $96 billion if half of the world’s Muslims (1.6 billion) spent $120 a year on clothes.

Logistics

Halal logistics also has clear growth potential. This means paying close attention to the supply chain where product integrity is maintained from farm to consumer’s table. Therefore, an international Halal logistics standard is crucial. Based on 2014 data, this industry is forecast to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 12.6% to reach US$539 million.

Halal Primary Markets

As the Halal market emerges as a new growth sector, an ever-increasing consumer base and further growth in different regions will lead to increased competition. Key regions where growth potential is evident include:

Asia

With nearly one billion Muslims or close to two-thirds of the world’s Muslim population, Asia is at the forefront of Halal products. The Halal market in Asia has been mainly driven by India, Malaysia, Pakistan, Indonesia and China. With nearly a billion Muslims or about two-thirds of the world’s Muslim population, Asia’s Halal market has been driven primarily by India, Malaysia, Pakistan, Indonesia and China.

With nearly a billion Muslims or about two-thirds of the world’s Muslim population, Asia’s Halal market has been driven primarily by India, Malaysia, Pakistan, Indonesia and China. This market is worth approximately $420 billion (in 2013) and is expanding rapidly. Some of the key countries within the Asian region that have been setting the direction of the regional Halal market are:

Indonesia

The country with the largest Muslim population in the world is, unsurprisingly, a huge market for Halal products, estimated at USD 10 billion annually in 2013 and growing 7-10 percent annually.

Malaysia

The Malaysian Halal market was valued at US$1.9 billion in 2013. The Halal industry, which is a crucial contributor to the country’s economic growth, is expected to contribute up to 5.8% of Malaysia’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP). the nation by 2020, up from 2 percent in 2013.

Pakistan

Pakistan’s share of the global Halal food market in 2013 was a dismal 0.26 percent of the total USD440 billion. This is no doubt because Pakistan produces much of its food domestically, without a large amount of Halal food imports and exports. However, Pakistan has great potential to become a hub for Halal food. This is due to its large Muslim population, as well as its strategic geo-economic position, which gives it access to 40 million Muslim consumers in the Central Asian republics and Afghanistan.

thailand

Thailand has become the fifth largest Halal food producer in the world, holding a 5.6 percent share of the global Halal food market, valued at US$5 billion a year. The Thai government’s continued efforts to strengthen the Halal industry resulted in the establishment of the Thailand Halal Standards Institute in 2003 to ensure the proper development and certification of domestic Halal foods. These standards comply with Islamic law as well as international food quality standards. Thailand has become the fifth largest Halal food producer in the world.

middle East

The Halal food industry in the Middle East was worth approximately US$20 billion in 2013. The Middle East imports 80% of its food needs, making it an important segment for global Halal food. Annual food imports are projected to double from USD 25.8 billion in 2010 to USD 53 billion in 2020, with total Halal meat imports exceeding one million metric tons per year.

Europe

The booming European Halal food market has drawn the attention of many Western countries. Large UK grocery retailers such as Sainsbury’s, Morrisons and Tesco sell ranges of Halal foods in selected stores, covering categories from baby food to Halal meat.

challenges ahead

The global Halal food industry appears to present many business opportunities. What obstacles should investors be aware of?

Halal world standard

The lack of a single unified global Halal standard is a brake on the growth of the industry. Each country has different certification standards due to the presence of various Halal authorities. A global Halal standard and certification system would reassure consumers, reduce the need for multiple certifications, speed up product development and reduce supply chain cycle time.

new muslim consumers

In 2011, approximately 60% of the global Muslim population was under the age of 30. The median age in Muslim-majority countries is expected to reach 30 by 2030. This young generation will demand a wide range of Halal consumer products and services to meet their lifestyle aspirations in accordance with their faith. The tastes of these customers can also be expected to evolve over time, indicating a need for innovation.

Halal integrity from ‘farm to table’

Maintaining integrity throughout the Halal supply chain has become a major concern for Muslim consumers, with fraudulent Halal certification and physical contamination of food products on the rise. Therefore, the integrity of the supply chain must be protected from the moment the animal is slaughtered and includes the transportation, storage and handling of Halal products.

human capital

There is a shortage of skilled workers in the Halal industry. Additionally, many industry players have considerable room to grow with respect to production efficiency and innovation.

What awaits us?

As industry players vie for a piece of the US$700 billion global Halal food market, the competition will increase. This will prioritize efficiency, quality and diversity for years to come. Halal certification should be seen as just the beginning of the process of developing a competitive advantage.

The Halal food market will also be more diverse, both geographically and in terms of purchasing power and therefore consumer sophistication. For example, Halal food sales in the US have been on the rise, up 70 percent since 1995. In Russia, 2011 saw the production of 65,000 tons of Halal meat. China is also emerging as a Halal market, with more than 23 million Muslims living there.

Above all, the African continent is widely recognized as the Halal product market of the future, due to a large and growing African Muslim consumer base, as well as rapid economic growth on the continent. For example, Kenya has about 150 companies operating under Halal certification from the Kenya Halal Certification Bureau.

For Halal food exporters, there will continue to be more frontiers to explore.

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