Malaysia–US Reciprocal Trade Agreement to Boost Penang’s E&E, Halal and Agriculture Sectors
GEORGE TOWN – The Malaysia–United States Reciprocal Trade Agreement (ART) is expected to accelerate Penang’s economic development, especially in the electrical and electronics (E&E), agriculture, and halal industries, said Penang Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow. Responding to a question during the state legislative assembly session, the Padang Kota assemblyman said the agreement opens broader opportunities […]
JAKIM’s Recognised FHCBs May Take Over US Halal Audit Duties
KUALA LUMPUR – The United States (US) has proposed that Halal audits, particularly those related to slaughtering processes, should no longer be conducted directly by Malaysia’s Department of Islamic Development (JAKIM), but instead by foreign Halal certification bodies (FHCBs) recognised by JAKIM within the US. Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Religious Affairs), Datuk Dr […]