JAKIM insists no compromise on halal issue following discovery of bristles from pigs' hair **Note:** The translation maintains the original tone and structure, including key details such as the organization name "JAKIM" and the specific issue of "halal."

PUTRAJAYA: The Department of Islamic Development Malaysia (JAKIM) asserts that it will not compromise with any party that violates the terms and standards of the Malaysia Halal Certification, particularly involving najis mughallazah elements such as pork. Its Director-General Datuk Dr. Sirajuddin Suhaimee stated that this includes the action of revoking the Malaysia Halal Certification (SPHM) of a coffee factory and a biscuit factory in Melaka carried out by the Melaka Islamic Religious Department (JAIM) following the discovery of brushes with characteristics of pig hair at the premises. He said the involved companies have been instructed to immediately stop using the Malaysia halal logo, withdraw all affected products from the market, and implement comprehensive corrective and improvement actions including processes in accordance with Shariah law and the established guidelines. "This department fully respects the jurisdiction of the state religious authorities, who are ...