No law mandating halal certification, says Jakim DG


PUTRAJAYA: The application for halal certification in Malaysia remains voluntary, with no law mandating any party to apply for it, says Datuk Dr Sirajuddin Suhaimee.

The Islamic Development Department of Malaysia (Jakim) director-general said that the Malaysian Halal Certification (SPHM) was open to any party willing to comply with all applicable standards, requirements, and laws.

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