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Barnama
2 days ago
- Business
- Barnama
JAKIM Collaborates With KPDN To Monitor Halal Certificate Holders
PUTRAJAYA, May 30 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian Islamic Development Department (JAKIM), in collaboration with the Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living (KPDN), is actively working to monitor and enforce compliance among halal certificate holders nationwide, ensuring that businesses uphold halal standards according to established guidelines. JAKIM Director-General Datuk Dr Sirajuddin Suhaimee said this was to ensure halal certificate holders comply fully with the conditions set under their certification. 'In terms of monitoring and enforcement, we at JAKIM are working closely with the Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living (KPDN) because the authority under the Trade Descriptions Act and the Trade Descriptions Order (Halal Definition) 2011 falls under itsr jurisdiction,' he told reporters after the JAKIM monthly assembly here today.
The Sun
2 days ago
- Business
- The Sun
JAKIM collaborates with KPDN to monitor halal certificate holders
PUTRAJAYA: The Malaysian Islamic Development Department (JAKIM), in collaboration with the Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living (KPDN), is actively working to monitor and enforce compliance among halal certificate holders nationwide, ensuring that businesses uphold halal standards according to established guidelines. JAKIM Director-General Datuk Dr Sirajuddin Suhaimee said this was to ensure halal certificate holders comply fully with the conditions set under their certification. 'In terms of monitoring and enforcement, we at JAKIM are working closely with the Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living (KPDN) because the authority under the Trade Descriptions Act and the Trade Descriptions Order (Halal Definition) 2011 falls under itsr jurisdiction,' he told reporters after the JAKIM monthly assembly here today. He said this when asked ton the withdrawal of the halal certificate issued to two hotels in Banda Hilir, Melaka, recently. The action was taken after they were found hosting 'alcohol parties' two weeks ago. Sirajuddin said JAKIM viewed the incident seriously and would never compromise with anyone in cases involving the misuse of halal certificates in the country. Regarding the issuance of halal certificates, he said JAKIM remains committed to continuously enhancing and streamlining the application and approval processes to ensure greater efficiency and benefit for all stakeholders. 'We are focused on improving and expediting the certificate issuance process so that it can better serve businesses and the public, while maintaining the integrity of our halal certification standards,' he said.
The Sun
2 days ago
- Business
- The Sun
JAKIM, KPDN tighten halal compliance and enforcement
PUTRAJAYA: The Malaysian Islamic Development Department (JAKIM), in collaboration with the Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living (KPDN), is actively working to monitor and enforce compliance among halal certificate holders nationwide, ensuring that businesses uphold halal standards according to established guidelines. JAKIM Director-General Datuk Dr Sirajuddin Suhaimee said this was to ensure halal certificate holders comply fully with the conditions set under their certification. 'In terms of monitoring and enforcement, we at JAKIM are working closely with the Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living (KPDN) because the authority under the Trade Descriptions Act and the Trade Descriptions Order (Halal Definition) 2011 falls under itsr jurisdiction,' he told reporters after the JAKIM monthly assembly here today. He said this when asked ton the withdrawal of the halal certificate issued to two hotels in Banda Hilir, Melaka, recently. The action was taken after they were found hosting 'alcohol parties' two weeks ago. Sirajuddin said JAKIM viewed the incident seriously and would never compromise with anyone in cases involving the misuse of halal certificates in the country. Regarding the issuance of halal certificates, he said JAKIM remains committed to continuously enhancing and streamlining the application and approval processes to ensure greater efficiency and benefit for all stakeholders. 'We are focused on improving and expediting the certificate issuance process so that it can better serve businesses and the public, while maintaining the integrity of our halal certification standards,' he said.
Malay Mail
3 days ago
- General
- Malay Mail
Religious affairs minister says even closed-door LGBTQ-friendly events ‘against societal norms', urges cops to probe and act
KUALA LUMPUR, May 29 — The government rejects all attempts to normalise lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and questioning (LGBTQ) culture, whether implicitly or openly, said Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Religious Affairs) Datuk Dr Mohd Na'im Mokhtar. He said that as a country which upholds Islam as the religion of the federation and adheres to noble Eastern cultural values, any attempt to normalise such deviant lifestyles is contrary to the Federal Constitution, existing laws and official government policy. 'I view seriously the reports regarding the organisation of a programme themed 'Pride Care: Queer Stories & Sexual Health Awareness', which was allegedly aimed at celebrating Pride Month, as circulated on social media recently. 'The organisation of such programmes, even if held behind closed doors, clearly challenges societal norms and religious values upheld by the majority of Malaysians,' he said in a statement last night. In this regard, Mohd Na'im urged the authorities, including the Royal Malaysia Police, to immediately investigate the programme and take appropriate action should there be any breach of the law. He further called on the organisers to immediately cease all activities that contravene the law and moral values of society. 'Religious agencies, including the Department of Islamic Development Malaysia (JAKIM) and the state Islamic departments, are also urged to be ready to play their enforcement role, particularly if Muslims are involved,' he said. At the same time, Mohd Na'im called on all parties to work together to safeguard the social and moral fabric of the nation from any elements that may harm the faith, morality, and harmony. 'The Madani government will continue to uphold the principles of 'maqasid syariah' in national governance to preserve religion, morality, and dignity,' he said, while stressing that a deviant culture will never become the norm in Malaysia. — Bernama
Malay Mail
3 days ago
- General
- Malay Mail
Govt firmly rejects attempts to normalise LGBTQ culture, says religious affairs minister
KUALA LUMPUR, May 29 — The government rejects all attempts to normalise lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and questioning (LGBTQ) culture, whether implicitly or openly, said Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Religious Affairs) Datuk Dr Mohd Na'im Mokhtar. He said that as a country which upholds Islam as the religion of the federation and adheres to noble Eastern cultural values, any attempt to normalise such deviant lifestyles is contrary to the Federal Constitution, existing laws and official government policy. 'I view seriously the reports regarding the organisation of a programme themed 'Pride Care: Queer Stories & Sexual Health Awareness', which was allegedly aimed at celebrating Pride Month, as circulated on social media recently. 'The organisation of such programmes, even if held behind closed doors, clearly challenges societal norms and religious values upheld by the majority of Malaysians,' he said in a statement last night. In this regard, Mohd Na'im urged the authorities, including the Royal Malaysia Police, to immediately investigate the programme and take appropriate action should there be any breach of the law. He further called on the organisers to immediately cease all activities that contravene the law and moral values of society. 'Religious agencies, including the Department of Islamic Development Malaysia (JAKIM) and the state Islamic departments, are also urged to be ready to play their enforcement role, particularly if Muslims are involved,' he said. At the same time, Mohd Na'im called on all parties to work together to safeguard the social and moral fabric of the nation from any elements that may harm the faith, morality, and harmony. 'The Madani government will continue to uphold the principles of 'maqasid syariah' in national governance to preserve religion, morality, and dignity,' he said, while stressing that a deviant culture will never become the norm in Malaysia. — Bernama
