AS OF May 2011, a total of 54 companies have already obtained the Halal Certification and Halal Label from the Ministry's Halal Food Control Division (HFCD). The figures include 26 restaurants, 21 food companies (local food products) and seven international food pocessing companies certified under the Brunei Halal Brand.
However, this figure was less than the expected target set out by the Ministry, which sparked concerns among the community on the poor level of interest and commitment among restaurant owners operating in the Muslim state. (full story - brunei times)
However, this figure was less than the expected target set out by the Ministry, which sparked concerns among the community on the poor level of interest and commitment among restaurant owners operating in the Muslim state. (full story - brunei times)
