Dr. Tharwat Al Bataineh | Food Specialist
Ministry of Climate Change & Environment

Dr. Tharwat Al-Bataineh is a distinguished veterinary specialist with over 26 years of experience, specializing in animal health, food safety, food biosecurity, and halal 
practices. She holds advanced degrees in veterinary medicine, master’s degree in microbiology and halal food auditing, and has notably served in leadership roles at the 
Ministry of Agriculture in Jordan and the Ministry of Climate Change and Environment in the United Arab Emirates, for more than 25 years.

Dr. Al-Bataineh is recognized for her strategic expertise in risk management, trade facilitation, and policy development, contributing significantly to national and 
international committees and projects. Her efforts have helped shape inspection protocols, disease surveillance systems, and food security strategies, all while ensuring 
compliance with global health and regulatory standards.

Her forward-thinking approach embraces sustainability and technological advancement. She actively promotes responsible trade in halal-certified goods and 
supports the integration of advanced laboratory technologies for food science including traceability systems, feed safety screening tools, and digital platforms for halal 
verification. By combining regulatory depth with innovation, Dr. Al-Bataineh drives ethical, science-backed solutions across the global food landscape.

Her comprehensive insight, policy acumen, and dedication to excellence continue to make her a respected voice in the evolving field of food science, halal regulation and food system resilience. Also a curated overview of new laboratory technologies and novel food developments that are shaping the future of food science and halal compliance.