McDonald’s Malaysia bans non-halal foods
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McDonald’s Malaysia has decided to ban customers taking products that are not halal-certified into its restaurants.
The fast-food restaurant chain says the measure is necessary to safeguard its own halal status, reports the Malay Mail.
“This is in line with fulfilling requirements of our halal certification,” company official say.
The new policy came to notice after an announcement was made in one of its restaurants that birthday cakes taken onto the premises must have halal certification or logo.
McDonald’s Singapore and Malaysia franchise rights were sold last month to Saudi Arabian company Lionhorn as part of a broader plan by the US company to move away from direct ownership in Asia.
Questions & Answers
Q.What is the primary reason McDonald's Malaysia has implemented this ban?
What is the primary reason McDonald's Malaysia has implemented this ban?
The fast-food chain states the measure is necessary to safeguard its own halal status. Company officials say this policy is in line with fulfilling the requirements of their halal certification.
Q.How did the new policy regarding non-halal items come to public attention?
How did the new policy regarding non-halal items come to public attention?
The new policy became known after an announcement in one of its restaurants stated that birthday cakes brought onto the premises must display a halal certification or logo.
Q.Who is the current owner of the McDonald's Malaysia franchise rights?
Who is the current owner of the McDonald's Malaysia franchise rights?
The franchise rights for McDonald's Malaysia, along with Singapore, were sold last month to the Saudi Arabian company Lionhorn. This was part of a wider strategy by the US parent company.
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