Retract halal cert remarks
and apologise, says
Bersatu Youth
Youth wing chief Wan Ahmad Fayhsal Wan Ahmad Kamal describes Teresa Kok’s remarks as a shallow understanding of the issue.
The youth wing’s chief Wan Ahmad Fayhsal Wan Ahmad Kamal also threatened to lodge a police report against her for allegedly touching on sensitive issues related to race, religion and royalty.
Kok’s statement, in which she objected to mandatory halal certification as it would burden small establishments, showed a shallow understanding of the issue, says Wan Fayhsal, who is Machang MP.
he said in a Facebook post today.Seeking halal is a fundamental obligation for Muslims. There is nothing shameful about requiring all businesses that deal with Muslims to comply with these standards,
Pasir Mas MP Ahmad Fadhli Shaari of PAS said DAP should steer clear of commenting on halal certification, saying that it would only reinforce the perception that the party is
.anti-religious
Fadhli said.If they must address it, they should do so through other parties in the government. They can negotiate with PKR, Amanah, or Umno through its presidents to speak on behalf of DAP,
Earlier today, Kok, who is DAP vice-chairman, voiced opposition to the proposal, which is being studied by the Malaysian Islamic development department (Jakim).
Religious affairs minister Na’im Mokhtar had said Jakim is considering the proposal, as halal certification is currently voluntary for food business operators.
Kok said the move could impose significant burdens on small businesses, restrict consumer freedom, and may clash with Malaysia’s cultural diversity.
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