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UK-Egypt Deal Boosts £250M Dairy Exports, Halal Certs Gone

8/12/2025

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The UK government has struck a pivotal deal with Egypt, eliminating the need for mandatory halal certification on dairy imports starting January. This landmark agreement safeguards £250 million in export opportunities over the next five years and saves exporters over £1,000 per shipment, following a successful £26 million in dairy exports to Egypt in 2024.

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The UK government has struck a pivotal deal with Egypt, eliminating the need for mandatory halal certification on dairy imports starting January. This landmark agreement safeguards £250 million in export opportunities over the next five years and saves exporters over £1,000 per shipment, following a successful £26 million in dairy exports to Egypt in 2024.