Halal certification adds value to businesses – Zulkfili

Halal certification adds value to businesses – Zulkfili

SEREMBAN: The proposal to mandate halal certification for restaurants and food companies that do not serve pork or alcohol aims to increase business value.

Deputy Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Religious Affairs) Dr Zulkifli Hasan said the proposal simplifies the management of halal certificates for the relevant parties, rather than making it more complicated.

“The proposal offers significant benefits and added value for food shop operators who have a halal certificate, as it can attract more customers.

“It’s important to know that anyone can obtain a halal certificate which benefits the shop owners themselves,” he said after officiating at the Malaysian Islamic Youth Movement (ABIM) 53rd Muktamar Sanawi here today.

However, he said the key issue is how to create a supportive environment to make it easier for everyone to obtain a halal certificate.

Earlier, it was reported that the Malaysian Islamic Development Department (Jakim) is considering a proposal to make halal certification mandatory for restaurants and food establishments that do not serve pork or alcohol.

Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Religious Affairs) Datuk Dr Mohd Na’im Mokhtar noted that halal certification is currently optional for food business operators.

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