PAS has stated that non-Muslim-owned eateries without halal certification should not accept Muslim customers or present themselves as Muslim-friendly.<\/p>\n
PAS secretary-general Takiyuddin Hassan emphasised this position while discussing the ongoing debate on whether halal certification should be mandatory for food establishments that don\u2019t serve pork or alcohol.
\nSpeaking in a statement today, Takiyuddin said the proposal by the Islamic Development Department (Jakim) only concerns Muslims and their right to consume food that is guaranteed halal.<\/p>\n
\u201cIf examined, it is clear that Jakim\u2019s proposal only concerns Muslims, specifically their right to enjoy food that is guaranteed to be halal and not be misled about it.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u201cIn other words, non-Muslim-owned restaurants and eateries should not accept Muslim patrons to premises without a halal certificate, nor should they be allowed to \u2018give the impression\u2019 that the products offered \u2018can be enjoyed by Muslims\u2019,\u201d he added.<\/p>\n
His comments come in response to criticisms from Seputeh MP Teresa Kok, who had argued that mandatory halal certification would burden many businesses, including Muslim-owned establishments.<\/p>\n
Kok had said on September 6 that making halal certification compulsory could interfere with customers\u2019 freedom of choice and make Malaysia an object of ridicule internationally.<\/p>\n
Takiyuddin acknowledged Kok\u2019s right to voice her opinion but urged her to exercise caution in making remarks that might cause tensions.<\/p>\n
He said, \u201cBy suggesting that the proposed implementation of halal certification in restaurants and eateries violates the rights and freedoms of non-Muslims, Kok also implies that the practice of Islam in this country poses a \u2018threat\u2019 to them.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u201cThis is, of course, an irresponsible and misguided depiction, seemingly aimed at creating division,\u201d he added.<\/p>\n
Takiyuddin further argued that a lack of clear halal certification has led to public distrust, and the government has a responsibility to better regulate the situation.<\/p>\n
Earlier today, the Malaysian Indian Restaurant Owners\u2019 Association (Primas) has stated that halal certification should not be mandatory for non-Muslim restaurants.<\/p>\n
Primas president J Govindasamy said that while having a halal certification could help attract more Muslim customers, the decision should remain with the restaurant owners.-MM<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
PAS has stated that non-Muslim-owned eateries without halal certification should not accept Muslim customers or present themselves as Muslim-friendly. PAS secretary-general Takiyuddin Hassan emphasised this position while discussing the ongoing debate on whether halal certification should be mandatory for food establishments that don\u2019t serve pork or alcohol. Speaking in a statement today, Takiyuddin said the 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