In most Middle Eastern markets, slaughter is performed without stunning in compliance with Halal religious requirements. Australia has recommended a revised incision site to ensure minimum pain and reduced chance of a false aneurysm.
All Australian animals that are processed in overseas markets are processed in facilities which have been independently audited and approved by the Australian Government.

Exporters also have consultants that work in the market to support importers compliance with ESCAS. Where possible, Australia strongly promotes the use of stunning in our importing countries.

Also related – What is Halal? Halal slaughter is the acceptable technique used to kill an animal for consumption purposes based on Islamic religious beliefs. It requires the animal to be facing a certain direction (towards Qibla), the use of a specific incision technique and the exclusion from prohibited animal sources like pig or animal blood.
The halal slaughter technique uses a prompt incision followed by a uniform and continuous blade movement to cause a sudden complete loss of animal consciousness and resulting death of blood loss. The current recommended cut site parallel to the C1 vertebrate ensures minimal pain and practically eliminates the development of a false aneurysm.