CHAPTER 5 HALAL ENFORCEMENT AGENCIES IN MALAYSIA

CHAPTER 5HALAL ENFORCEMENT AGENCIES IN MALAYSIAPrepared by ;Miss Amirah binti Mohamad AzmiRoles of Various Agencies in Implementation of Halal1) DEPARTMENT OF ISLAMIC DEVELOPMENT MALAYSIA (JAKIM)JAKIM is competent authority on Islamic matters in Malaysia.

Introduce the Malaysian Halal Logo and Halal Certification since 1994, where JAKIM has developed a comprehensive Halal food certification process, a total quality health and sanitary system that involve specific procedures for slaughtering, processing and other related operations as prescribed by Islamic Shariah.

Established the Islamic Food and Consumer Goods Research Division 2003.

JAKIM Halal Certificate is an authoritative and independent testimony supporting manufacturer or producer in claiming that their food or products are in compliance with Islamic Shariah.

On 2nd April 2008, activities related to halal certification under Halal Hub JAKIM were implemented under HDC until its were given back in July 2009, once the halal certification enhancement process completed.2) HALAL INDUSTRY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION (HDC)Further boost the Halal agenda in terms of standards development, branding enhancement as well as commercial and industry development.

Focusing on development of Halal standards, audit and certification, plus capacity building for Halal products and services.

HDC promotes participation and facilitates growth of Malaysian companies in the global Halal market.3) MINISTRY OF DOMESTIC TRADE, CO-OPERATIVES & CONSUMERISM (MDTCC)MDTCC provides enforcement and monitoring programme to protect Halal integrity Halal logo and consumer's interest.

The Ministry of Domestic Trade, Co-operatives And Consumerism with the aim towards encouraging ethical trade practices and to protect consumer interest.

Licensing and controlling the manufacturing and sales of such items.

Managing matters related to consumer protection. 4) MINISTRY OF TRADE AND INDUSTRY (MITI)MITI formulates strategies and provides incentives to encourage trade and investment in Halal products and services.

MITI's focus is not only in the promotion of Halal products and services.

The Ministry takes a holistic view and has worked with the Ministry of Finance to design and provide incentives and support along the whole chain of the manufacturing process.

At the international level, MITI assumes an active role in promoting the Malaysian Halal Standard to be used as a benchmark for the International Halal Standard.

5) MALAYSIA EXTERNAL TRADE DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION (MATRADE)MATRADE, as the national trade promotion agency under MITI, undertakes various export promotion activities including the promotion of the Halal sector.

These activities include :- Participation in international trade fairs overseasUndertaking advertising and promotion of the Halal sectorDisseminating information on market opportunities in the Halal industry to Malaysian companies.6) MALAYSIAN INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY (MIDA)MIDA assists companies which intend to invest in the manufacturing and services sectors, as well as facilitates the implementation of their projects.

Providing information on the opportunities for investments, as well as facilitating companies which are looking for joint venture partners.

Advise investors on government policies and procedures.

7) MALAYSIA PRODUCTIVITY CORPORATION (MPC)Formerly known as the National Productivity Corporation.

Established in 1962

Identify potentials in Halal industry as well provides training and consultancy to SMEs and industries to meet Halal standards and requirements.

8) DEPARTMENT OF VETERINARY SERVICES

Is an agency of the Federal Government under the Ministry of Agriculture.

Organization responsible for the welfare of animals and livestock industry.

VisionA competent veterinary authority serving the animal industry for the sake of human welfare

MissionProvide quality veterinary services as an assurance for public health and sustainable livestock industry for the sake of human welfare

Objective :Strengthen and maintain animal health status conducive to the animal industry

Public health assurance through the control of zoonotic diseases and wholesome food production from animal based products

Encourage sustainable livestock production and value added industry

Explore, develop and encourage the use of technology and optimum use of sources in animal based industry

Promote animal welfare practices in all aspect of rearing and production system

9) ROYAL MALAYSIAN CUSTOMS

Control over the import of milk and Dairy product.

Poultry, Poultry fat.

Meat and meat products.10) DEPARTMENT OF STATISTIC MALAYSIATo collect and interpret statistics for the purpose of formulation or implementation of government policies in whatever fields as needed by the government or for fulfilling the requirements of trade, commerce, industry, agriculture or others.

To disseminate statistics which have been collected or interpretation based on statistics collected, not only to government agencies but also to authorities or persons where the information is useful to them.11) STANDARDS AND INDUSTRIAL RESEARCH INSTITUTE OF MALAYSIA (SIRIM)Focus on discovering and developing new technologies to enable industries move up the value chain.

Aimed to expand from simply using technology to solve technical problems to discovering technology that will help industries to reinvent their products and business.

To promote the development of new sources for SMEs to tap and collaborate with SIRIM in the quest for growth in the manufacturing, technology and services sectors.12) DEPARTMENT OF STANDARDS MALAYSIAAssisting Malaysia to accelerate Halal industry by developing Malaysian Standard on Halal Food (MS 1500).

Helps industry leaders in development and promotion of Malaysia's Halal Standards and continually to develop and update Malaysia Halal Standards.

13) ECONOMIC PLANNING UNIT (EPU)Support and helps in formulate Halal industry Master plan to strengthen the role and function.

Functions :Formulate policies and strategies for socio-economic developmentPrepare medium and long-term plansPrepare development programmes and project budgetMonitor and evaluate the achievement of development programmes and projectsAdvise Government on economic issuesInitiate and undertake necessary economic researchCoordinate Malaysia's involvement in the development of the Growth Triangle InitiativesMonitor and evaluate investment activities to ensure they are in line with the corporate equity restructuring objective

14) SME CORPORATION MALAYSIA Previously known as Small Medium Industries Development Corporation (SMIDEC).

Provides matching grants to SMEs for :Halal product development and product formulation Sample testingAcquisition of machinery and equipmentRenovation expenditure for compliance to certification requirementOther related costs for compliance to requirements of Halal certification and promotional activities

15) DEPARTMENT OF CHEMISTRY

Department of Chemistry is the leader in Halal product analysis and traceability. The specialized in meat speciation/Halal DNA functions as well research and product quality assurance.

Vision A dynamic world class organization providing leadership for scientific solutions.

Mission KIMIA MALAYSIA is committed to excellence in:Providing integrated and synergistic services to ensure the nations welfare, public safety and healthEmploying innovative sciences in strategic and emerging areas to enhance national competitiveness

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