Teresa Kok’s controversial take on halal certificates has caused a debate online, so much so that PDRM has started an investigation paper on her under Section 298 of the Penal Code, Section 505(b) of the Penal Code, and Section 233 of the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998.
The MP of Seputeh clarified the matter last night (September 8) via her Facebook account, and said her statement on halal certifications for F&B outlets without pork and alcohol has been taken out of context.
“I was accused of not understanding Islam and not supporting halal certification,” Teresa said.
“I voice out the problems of Malaysians, regardless of their races”
In her statement, Teresa highlighted that she has always supported JAKIM’s efforts to promote Halal certificates in the F&B industry. According to her, the halal certificate used by JAKIM has the highest standard in the world.
“I have been promoting Malaysian halal certification to foreign countries since I held the post of Exco for Trade Industry and Investment in Selangor back in 2008 till today.”
Teresa added that she would always emphasise the use of Halal certificates from JAKIM if it involves exporting food to other Muslim countries.
The politician also said she was merely voicing out the problems of the people of all races, and she was in no way disrespecting Islam or questioning JAKIM’s halal certificate.
In response to PMX who told Teresa to discuss the matter internally, she said she couldn’t do so.
“I cannot raise my views through internal channels, because the Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Religious Affairs) raised this proposal through an open forum without engaging with representatives people first.”
Teresa also said she is willing to cooperate with PDRM, who will call her in soon for an investigation.
Inspector General of Police, Tan Sri Razarudin Husain said, the investigation will be carried out following the SOPs involving issues related to the king, religion, and race (3R).
