Jakim: Respect the use of animal symbols during Chinese New Year

PETALING JAYA: The use of animal symbols and images during Chinese New Year is something that must be respected by everyone, says the Malaysian Islamic Development Department (Jakim).

"Even though animal symbols are used during Chinese New Year, the concept of co-existence (fiqh taa'yush) dictates that all parties need to respect this practice and maintain harmony between all races," said Jakim director-general Tan Sri Othman Mustapha in a statement on Tuesday (Feb 6).