Suha Al-Subaihi – The University of Jordan, represented by its Faculty of Sharia, signed a memorandum of understanding today with the Gulf Jordanian Testing Company (GULFTIC) to foster cooperation in the field of halal certification. The memorandum was signed by the Dean of the Faculty, Dr. Abdul Rahman Al-Kilani, and the General Manager of GULFTIC, in the presence of administrative staff from both sides. The agreement aims to implement joint collaborative activities in training and specialized scientific research within the halal industry, enhance Sharia auditing and oversight mechanisms according to international standards, and strengthen the integration between the academic aspect of the Faculty and the practical field aspects of the halal sector. It also provides opportunities for students and researchers to participate in practical projects based on scientific and professional foundations. The meeting included a review of the final terms of the agreement and a discussion of the joint action plan for launching the halal certification project within the university. This plan includes training programs, qualification of assessors, and the design of specialized, high-quality programs that meet the needs of the local and regional markets. Al-Kilani emphasized that the partnership with GULFTIC represents a qualitative addition that contributes to developing national competencies and aligns with the university's goals of promoting scientific research and community service. He noted that the agreement provides a practical framework connecting students and graduates with training opportunities and accredited professional certifications in the field of halal. He stressed the importance of this step in supporting the college's presence in the practical aspects of the halal industry and enhancing its role in developing Sharia standards related to products, processes, and systems. Al-Baz expressed his pleasure at extending bridges of cooperation with the University of Jordan and the Faculty of Sharia in particular, highlighting the importance of this step in supporting the college's presence in the practical aspects of the halal industry and enhancing its role in developing Sharia standards related to products, processes, and systems. At the conclusion of the signing ceremony, both parties expressed their anticipation of fruitful cooperation that contributes to developing Sharia programs and modern specialized fields at the University of Jordan and strengthens its role in supporting this sector at both the local and regional levels.