Dr. Tharwat Al-Bataineh is a highly respected veterinary specialist with over 26 years of experience in animal health, food safety, biosecurity, and halal practices. She holds advanced degrees in veterinary medicine, microbiology, and halal food auditing, and has served in senior 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 two decades.

Renowned for her strategic acumen in risk management, trade facilitation, and policy development, Dr. Al-Bataineh has played a pivotal role in shaping national and international food systems. Her contributions span high-level committees and cross-border initiatives, where she has helped design inspection protocols, disease surveillance frameworks, and food security strategies aligned with global health and regulatory standards.

A champion of innovation and sustainability, Dr. Al-Bataineh advocates for ethical, science-based approaches to food governance. She actively supports the responsible trade of halal-certified products and the adoption of cutting-edge laboratory technologies, including traceability systems, feed safety screening tools, and digital platforms for halal verification.

Her thought leadership continues to influence the future of food science and halal compliance, as she curates insights on emerging laboratory technologies and novel food developments. With a rare blend of regulatory expertise and visionary thinking, Dr. Al-Bataineh remains a trusted voice in advancing resilient, inclusive, and technologically empowered food systems worldwide.