Designating Port Klang as the home port for international cruise ships, including the Halal-certified Costa Serena, will generate substantial positive effects on Malaysia's tourism appeal and overall economy, according to Transport Minister Anthony Loke.
Food and beverage operators have been reminded by the Islamic Development Department (Jakim) to ensure their outlets are certified halal if they plan to advertise special set meals or buffets for this coming Ramadan.
It is every Muslim’s responsibility to ensure they only consume halal food, as anything else is considered “haram” (forbidden), said Sabah Mufti Datuk Bungsu Aziz Jaafar.
There is no necessity to enact a new law on halal certification now, said Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Religious Affairs) Datuk Mohd Na'im Mokhtar.
Decisions on applications for halal certificates must be made within 30 working days, and there should be no excuse for delays, Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said.
The Malaysian Muslim Restaurant Owners’ Association (Presma) will proceed with suing a TikTok user for making defamatory claims about food preparation and cleanliness at mamak restaurants.
Langkah Dubai, a move by the opposition to topple Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim’s administration, is allegedly masterminded by former prime minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad and his right-hand man Tun Daim Zainuddin.
