A Muslim Name Doesn’t Make It Halal: Certification Does
Halal status is determined by compliance with recognised standards, not branding or ethnicity. Consumers today are increasingly mindful of the products they buy and the places they dine. However, one common misconception still persists across the market: a business is often assumed to be Halal simply because it uses a Malay or Islamic-sounding name, employs […]
Philippines Islamic Council Revokes Halal Status for Four Popular Canned Beef Loaf Brands
MANILA, Philippines — The Islamic Da’wah Council of the Philippines, Inc. (IDCP) has formally announced the immediate revocation of Halal certification for four widely distributed canned beef loaf products. According to an official public advisory released by the council, the affected products no longer fulfil the organisation’s stringent Halal compliance criteria. Consequently, the IDCP clarified […]
A Small Brush, A Big Consequence: Why Animal Hair Brushes Are Prohibited in Halal-Certified Factories
“Halal integrity is only as strong as the weakest point in the production process.” Recent enforcement actions by state authorities serve as a crucial reminder for food manufacturers: Halal certification is not limited to raw ingredients alone. In a recent case, state Islamic religious authorities withdrew the Malaysian Halal Certification (SPHM) of local coffee and […]
Border Bust: 26 Tonnes Of Chicken Confiscated With Fake Halal Papers
BUKIT KAYU HITAM, KEDAH — Malaysian authorities recently intercepted and seized over 26 tonnes of imported frozen chicken at the Bukit Kayu Hitam border checkpoint. The massive bust took place at the Immigration, Customs, Quarantine and Security (ICQS) Complex after border enforcement agents detected severe irregularities in the paperwork. The importing agent attempted to gain […]
Halal is More than Just a Logo
A recent KPDN raid found a company suspected of using an unauthorised Halal logo on detergent products sold online. This case reminds us that Halal is not just a logo on a package. It is a system that helps ensure products meet Halal requirements and protects consumer trust. What Does Halal Really Mean? Many people […]
JAIS: “No Pork, No Lard” and “Muslim-Friendly” Signs Prohibited for Non-Halal Certified Businesses
SHAH ALAM — The Selangor Islamic Religious Department (JAIS) has issued a strict reminder to food operators regarding the usage of alternative Halal descriptions. Businesses operating without an official Malaysian Halal Certification (SPHM) are strictly prohibited from displaying signs like “No Pork, No Lard” or using phrases such as “Muslim-friendly”. According to a representative from […]
JAIP and Serunai Commerce Collaborate to Empower Tioman Island Tourism with Digital Halal Ecosystem
PULAU TIOMAN — In a strategic move to boost the Islamic tourism footprint on Tioman Island, the Pahang Islamic Religious Department (JAIP) organised the Program Taklimat Bimbingan Pensijilan Halal @ Pulau Tioman with the support of Serunai Commerce Sdn. Bhd., who was invited to participate and share its expertise in digital Halal solutions. A half-day […]
MIHAS 2026: MATRADE Targets RM4.5 Billion in Trade Deals Through Digital Innovation
The Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation (MATRADE) has officially launched the 22nd Malaysia International Halal Showcase (MIHAS 2026). Featuring the theme “Shaping Trust, Driving Resilience,” this edition signals a major shift toward a high-tech, AI-driven future for the global Halal economy Driving Trade with Artificial Intelligence A core focus of MIHAS 2026 is the integration […]
Jualan Mafenaz Meningkat Sehingga 50 Peratus Selepas Peroleh Pensijilan Halal
PETALING JAYA, 5 Januari 2026 — Jenama kuih kapit tempatan milik usahawan Bumiputera, Mafenaz, mencatatkan peningkatan jualan yang ketara antara 30 hingga 50 peratus selepas memperoleh pensijilan halal daripada Jabatan Kemajuan Islam Malaysia (JAKIM) pada tahun 2019. Pengarah Urusan Haq Rich Enterprise, Shafinaz Ainaa Muslim, berkata pengiktirafan halal tersebut telah membuka ruang yang lebih luas […]
Industri Restoran Seoul Adaptasi Menu Halal Susulan Ledakan Pelancongan Muslim
SEOUL, 28 Disember 2025 – Lanskap kulinari di Seoul kini sedang melalui satu perubahan senyap tetapi signifikan, didorong oleh peningkatan ketara jumlah pelancong Muslim yang berkunjung ke Korea Selatan. Fenomena ini menyaksikan semakin banyak restoran tempatan menyesuaikan menu serta operasi mereka bagi memenuhi keperluan makanan halal dan mesra Muslim. Di sebuah restoran ikan bakar berhampiran […]