Gulf markets: the regulatory and logistical challenges of halal certification

In the show “La Lucarne de l’Entrepreneur”, Oumma receives Mustapha Bahman, entrepreneur in the agri-food industry and founder of the company France Originelle. Through his activity, he builds a real bridge between French producers and Middle Eastern markets, promoting the excellence, know-how and richness of French gastronomy.

Son of a trader and with a solid academic background, Mustapha Bahman was able to transform the experience acquired from his family into recognized entrepreneurial success. His company is now established in demanding markets such as Qatar, Bahrain, Oman, Saudi Arabia and Morocco.

During this interview, he looks back on his journey, the challenges linked to exporting and the opportunities offered by these growing economies. It also explains how it supports French producers in their adaptation to the rigorous standards of the Gulf markets, helping them to meet the requirements linked to halal certification, product traceability, quality controls and specific specifications imposed by the authorities and distributors in the region.

A fascinating program to understand the challenges of international trade, the specificities of the halal market and the keys to the success of an entrepreneur who contributes to promoting French gastronomy in the Middle East.