HALAL CERTIFICATION IN INDONESIA: Study of Law Number 6 of 2023 on Job Creation

Abstract

The enactment of the Job Creation Law in approval of Government Regulation in Lieu of Law No. 2 of 2022, which became Law No. 6 of 2023 on Job Creation, has resulted in significant changes in halal certification in Indonesia, which is the main focus of this research. This study aims to discuss halal certification in Indonesia following the implementation of the omnibus law on job creation. The author adopts a standardized legal approach and a descriptive-analytical approach through literature research. The research findings indicate that comprehensive legislation is expected to streamline the halal certification process in Indonesia. There are important changes regarding halal certification in Law No. 6 of 2023 compared to Law No. 11 of 2020 on Job Creation. This regulation aims to accelerate and enhance efficiency in halal certification, ensuring legal certainty and fostering trust among Muslim consumers in halal products. The growth of micro-enterprises in terms of expediting halal certification shows positive trends. The research contributes new perspectives and original findings that positively impact problem-solving or theory development in the advancement of halal certification in Indonesia.