Istanbul, Feb. 16 -- Indonesia's Halal Product Assurance Agency (BPJPH) has emphasized the need for transparency in the distribution of non-halal products, including clear labeling and separation from halal goods.

BPJPH head Ahmad Haikal Hasan said on Monday that proper labeling would allow consumers to make informed choices in accordance with their beliefs and needs.

"With clear labeling that distinguishes between halal and non-halal products, the public can make informed decisions," he said in a statement.

He noted that the mandatory halal policy, as stipulated in Law No. 33 of 2014 on Halal Product Assurance, is aimed at providing legal certainty and consumer protection, not restricting the circulation of certain products.

"We need...