Philippine companies have secured $100 million in deals at this year's Saudi Halal Expo in Riyadh, marking a milestone in the country's efforts to tap into the global halal market. Seafood and pre-cooked halal meals were the top export products. The success was driven by the presence of Filipino expats in Saudi Arabia and the value of Filipino ingenuity in their products and cuisine. The Philippine government sees this achievement as proof of the country's growing international reputation as a provider of halal-certified products and services.