SG, Malaysia to set up joint mechanism for supply chain disruptions

Halal trade was also on the agenda.

Singapore and Malaysia are in talks for a Supply Chain Cooperation Workgroup, creating a bilateral mechanism to prepare for future supply chain disruptions.

In a joint statement, Singapore’s Ministry of Energy, Trade and Industry and Malaysia’s Ministry off Investment, Trade and Industry said the workgroup will handle regular information-sharing, joint planning and crisis coordination.

It will also explore arrangements to keep essential goods and workers moving across the border during severe supply or connectivity disruptions, in line with each country's domestic laws, policies and priorities.

Halal trade was also on the agenda as Singapore is Malaysia's second-largest Halal export destination, with exports worth $2.23b (RM7.1b) in 2025, according to the Halal Development Corporation.

The two are discussing mutual recognition of Halal certification and have agreed to explore links between Singapore-based firms and HALMAS-certified Halal Parks in food processing, Halal ingredients, alternative proteins, cosmetics and cold-chain logistics.

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