KUCHING, Feb. 25 -- The Sarawak Islamic Religious Department (JAIS) has issued a directive prohibiting hotels and food establishments without halal certification from using Ramadan-related terms in advertisements.
In a statement released on social media, JAIS specified that phrases such as Buffet Ramadan, Iftar Ramadan, Jom Iftar, and Selera Ramadan may not be used in any promotional materials by outlets that have not obtained official halal certification.
The restriction applies to all forms of advertising, including printed brochures, posters, banners, and digital advertisements on social media.
"This measure ensures that consumers, particularly Muslims, are not misled into believing that food offerings from uncertified establishments ...