LARUT: The Domestic Trade, Cooperatives and Consumerism Ministry will give detailed explanations on the definition of the ‘pork-free’ signage and logo commonly found at eateries, its minister Hamzah Zainuddin said.
He said the ‘pork-free’ or ‘no pork, no lard’ signage or logo implied that the food offered by the eateries were halal and if left unexplained, could cause disharmony among the multi-racial and multi-religious people in the country.
“I have instructed our officers to check and to ensure that there were no tricks being played by the owners of the eateries in their bid to lure customers.
“Muslim consumers are advised not to eat at such premises because the ‘pork-free’ signage is probably displayed for devotees of other religions who do not eat pork.”
Commenting further, Hamzah said stern action would be taken against eateries displaying the halal logo but selling non-halal food.
– BERNAMA