Shariah-compliant medical tourism has grown into a specialised sector of the global medical touri... more Shariah-compliant medical tourism has grown into a specialised sector of the global medical tourism market that serves patients looking for medical care that complies with Islamic principles. For the sake of ensuring patient safety, ethical considerations, and the harmonisation of practises across borders, the role of international law in governing this special type of medical tourism is essential. The study first establishes a connection between the objectives of the Shariah (Islamic law) together with its salient principles and health in Islam. In this context, it is apparent that the relevant Shariah objectives and principles have a great influence on the delivery of healthcare services. The study, which is doctrinal in nature then explores the international law and how it relates to shariah-compliant medical tourism. Further, the study discusses universal values, human rights, and the protection of patient rights as they are stated in the international conventions. The purpose of this study is to critically analyse the relationship between the Shariah principles in the context of medical tourism with the standards prescribed in the international legal framework. From the study, it is obvious that the international legal standards can accommodate and respect Shariah requirements and has the potential to attract not only Muslims but also non-Muslims patients.
Zawawi. (2024). Memahami peranan pihak-pihak berkepentingan utama dan cabaran dalam usaha mengemb... more Zawawi. (2024). Memahami peranan pihak-pihak berkepentingan utama dan cabaran dalam usaha mengembangkn pelancongan perubatan patuh syariah di Malaysia: Suatu perspektif undang-undang.
Halal today is no longer focused on food and beverages manufacturing but also halal pharmaceutica... more Halal today is no longer focused on food and beverages manufacturing but also halal pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, logistics, consumer goods and Muslim friendly hospitality services. Changes in the Muslim lifestyle and spending ability have a positive impact on the growth in the global halal industry market. Advancement in communication technology, availability of online information on Muslim friendly hospitality globally, the increasing awareness on the needs of Muslim travellers including halal food, prayer facilities, Muslim friendly accommodation, Muslim friendly tourism products and activities, and Muslim friendly tour guide are identified as the major factors that attract Muslims to travel. The Muslim friendly hospitality services are Shariah guided requirement for tourism industry players in setting up an assurance system to preserve the integrity of products and services provided for Muslim travellers (Department of Standard Malaysia, MS 2610:2015 Muslim Friendly Hospitality Se...
Shariah based governance is a concept which has its foundation in the Qur’an and Sunnah. The conc... more Shariah based governance is a concept which has its foundation in the Qur’an and Sunnah. The concept espouses for the compliance of all conduct, including travel, to the ordained guidelines under the Quran and Sunnah. Islam encourages his follower to travel for the purpose of seeking knowledge and enriching one’s experience. The burgeoning of Islamic tourism packages and services are designed to meet the interests and expectations of Muslim clients. The arrivals of Muslim tourist especially from Middle East countries are increasing from year to year. According to Crescent Rating, Malaysia is no 1 for Muslim friendly destination in the world. The issues is whilst these tourist packages and services meet Muslim client’s expectation, are they in compliance with Shariah based governance of such services. This paper conceptually discusses the Shari’ah based governance principles relating to hospitality tourist packages and services and then move to examine the industry player’s effort to...
The idea of creating Muslimfriendly hotels or Shariah compliant hospitality is nothing new. The c... more The idea of creating Muslimfriendly hotels or Shariah compliant hospitality is nothing new. The concept of Islamic Hotel Brand or Muslim-Friendly Hotelier to accommodate Muslims need is not any different then the current western hotels' hospitality. A room having a Qiblah pointing signage stuck on the ceiling, a prayer rug or sajadah, a bidet or an arch stretching somewhere in the room is considered authentically within the Islamic culture.
Halal slaughtering is often associated with cruelty to animal. There has been a long debate on th... more Halal slaughtering is often associated with cruelty to animal. There has been a long debate on the animal welfare in halal slaughtering and certain countries have gone way too far by prohibiting halal slaughtering and labelled it as inhumane practice. Why is it regarded as inhumane and cruelty to animals? The attitude of certain countries is sometimes unacceptable to the Muslim communities. Denmark for instance being very rigid to the extend they banned halal slaughtering and even kosher slaughtering. Denmark’s government has brought in a ban on the religious slaughter of animals for the production of halal and kosher meat, after years of campaigning from welfare activists. The reason is simply accusing halal slaughtering as cruelty to animal. Several questions we need to ask the so called animal activists: (1).What do they know about halal slaughtering? (2) do they know enough about halal slaughtering before advocating their ideas? (3) are they merely being emotional or perhaps bei...
Industrial Master Plan (IMP) 2006-2020 aimed to make Malaysia a global halal hub for the producti... more Industrial Master Plan (IMP) 2006-2020 aimed to make Malaysia a global halal hub for the production and trade in halal goods and services. In order to reach this vision, all the information and output must be channelled throughout all segments of people, including the underserved community such as the Orange Asli community. This Knowledge Transfer Program (KTP) series of projects aimed to create awareness and transfer knowledge on the importance of halal, halal consumerism and skills on slaughtering to the Orang Asli community. The program was conducted under the purview of the IIUM International Institute for Halal Research and Training (INHART) between March 2013 to June 2015 in four selected sites in the state of Pahang, Negeri Sembilan, Selangor and Perak. More than 1000 participants were involved. We have found that the level of halal awareness in the Orang Asli community is minimal with factors related include geographical and educational background as well as language barrier...
Contemporary Issues and Development in the Global Halal Industry, 2016
The Trade Description Act 2011 which creates the by-laws of Trade Description (Certification and ... more The Trade Description Act 2011 which creates the by-laws of Trade Description (Certification and Marking of Halal) Order 2011 has vested the power to issue halal certification to the government-appointed body mainly JAKIM and MAIN. It is also within this power that JAKIM needs to monitor the preservation of compliance of Halal certification requirements by the certified products or services. In carrying out this duty, JAKIM is vested with a wide power covering the legislative, executive and judiciary role. However by virtue of the provision in the Constitution and the law on the setting up of a government agency, there are several unresolved issues regarding the status and power of JAKIM in executing the existing assigned duty. Thus, it is the objective of this study to identify the scope of authority and jurisdictions vested in JAKIM and to critically analyse the role of JAKIM in the issuance of Halal certificate and their monitoring, controlling and enforcement activities with the aim to suggest appropriate reformation to the current governance practices. This study embarks into a qualitative research methodology which involves the exploratory approach and content analysis of the primary sources. The data collection will also involve a semi-structured in-depth interview with the experts in the area. The findings of this study show that JAKIM was formed through a different system of formation of a government agency. Thus, there is a need to determine JAKIM’s source of power and the scope of regulating and governing halal-related affairs that it has.
Malaysia is one of the largest bird's nest exporters particularly to China and Hong Kong market. ... more Malaysia is one of the largest bird's nest exporters particularly to China and Hong Kong market. However, Malaysia multimillion ringgits bird's nest industry has been hit hard by China's ban and a series of scandals, with a drop in sales and prices. In light of the emerging food safety issues that surrounds the Malaysian Edible Bird's Nest (EBN) industry, which have somewhat affect the economic gain of the EBN exporters in Malaysia, the Ministry of Health Malaysia, the Ministry of Agriculture and Agro-based and Industry Malaysia under its Department of Veterinary Services (DVS) and Department of Standards Malaysia had since 2003 issued a set of guidelines for a more systematic management of the local swift's nest industry. Besides, these guidelines are needed to ensure that the local swiftlet's industry does not create any health problem to the population.
This White Paper is prepared with the objective of seeking the necessary endorsement from the Min... more This White Paper is prepared with the objective of seeking the necessary endorsement from the Ministry of Tourism. Arts and Culture, Malaysia to adopt the proposals made in this White Paper for a uniformed tourism redress mechanism which includes the establishment of Tourism Courts not only in East Malaysia but also the Northern region, Central Region and Southern region of West Malaysia
Shariah-compliant medical tourism has grown into a specialised sector of the global medical touri... more Shariah-compliant medical tourism has grown into a specialised sector of the global medical tourism market that serves patients looking for medical care that complies with Islamic principles. For the sake of ensuring patient safety, ethical considerations, and the harmonisation of practises across borders, the role of international law in governing this special type of medical tourism is essential. The study first establishes a connection between the objectives of the Shariah (Islamic law) together with its salient principles and health in Islam. In this context, it is apparent that the relevant Shariah objectives and principles have a great influence on the delivery of healthcare services. The study, which is doctrinal in nature then explores the international law and how it relates to shariah-compliant medical tourism. Further, the study discusses universal values, human rights, and the protection of patient rights as they are stated in the international conventions. The purpose of this study is to critically analyse the relationship between the Shariah principles in the context of medical tourism with the standards prescribed in the international legal framework. From the study, it is obvious that the international legal standards can accommodate and respect Shariah requirements and has the potential to attract not only Muslims but also non-Muslims patients.
Zawawi. (2024). Memahami peranan pihak-pihak berkepentingan utama dan cabaran dalam usaha mengemb... more Zawawi. (2024). Memahami peranan pihak-pihak berkepentingan utama dan cabaran dalam usaha mengembangkn pelancongan perubatan patuh syariah di Malaysia: Suatu perspektif undang-undang.
Halal today is no longer focused on food and beverages manufacturing but also halal pharmaceutica... more Halal today is no longer focused on food and beverages manufacturing but also halal pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, logistics, consumer goods and Muslim friendly hospitality services. Changes in the Muslim lifestyle and spending ability have a positive impact on the growth in the global halal industry market. Advancement in communication technology, availability of online information on Muslim friendly hospitality globally, the increasing awareness on the needs of Muslim travellers including halal food, prayer facilities, Muslim friendly accommodation, Muslim friendly tourism products and activities, and Muslim friendly tour guide are identified as the major factors that attract Muslims to travel. The Muslim friendly hospitality services are Shariah guided requirement for tourism industry players in setting up an assurance system to preserve the integrity of products and services provided for Muslim travellers (Department of Standard Malaysia, MS 2610:2015 Muslim Friendly Hospitality Se...
Shariah based governance is a concept which has its foundation in the Qur’an and Sunnah. The conc... more Shariah based governance is a concept which has its foundation in the Qur’an and Sunnah. The concept espouses for the compliance of all conduct, including travel, to the ordained guidelines under the Quran and Sunnah. Islam encourages his follower to travel for the purpose of seeking knowledge and enriching one’s experience. The burgeoning of Islamic tourism packages and services are designed to meet the interests and expectations of Muslim clients. The arrivals of Muslim tourist especially from Middle East countries are increasing from year to year. According to Crescent Rating, Malaysia is no 1 for Muslim friendly destination in the world. The issues is whilst these tourist packages and services meet Muslim client’s expectation, are they in compliance with Shariah based governance of such services. This paper conceptually discusses the Shari’ah based governance principles relating to hospitality tourist packages and services and then move to examine the industry player’s effort to...
The idea of creating Muslimfriendly hotels or Shariah compliant hospitality is nothing new. The c... more The idea of creating Muslimfriendly hotels or Shariah compliant hospitality is nothing new. The concept of Islamic Hotel Brand or Muslim-Friendly Hotelier to accommodate Muslims need is not any different then the current western hotels' hospitality. A room having a Qiblah pointing signage stuck on the ceiling, a prayer rug or sajadah, a bidet or an arch stretching somewhere in the room is considered authentically within the Islamic culture.
Halal slaughtering is often associated with cruelty to animal. There has been a long debate on th... more Halal slaughtering is often associated with cruelty to animal. There has been a long debate on the animal welfare in halal slaughtering and certain countries have gone way too far by prohibiting halal slaughtering and labelled it as inhumane practice. Why is it regarded as inhumane and cruelty to animals? The attitude of certain countries is sometimes unacceptable to the Muslim communities. Denmark for instance being very rigid to the extend they banned halal slaughtering and even kosher slaughtering. Denmark’s government has brought in a ban on the religious slaughter of animals for the production of halal and kosher meat, after years of campaigning from welfare activists. The reason is simply accusing halal slaughtering as cruelty to animal. Several questions we need to ask the so called animal activists: (1).What do they know about halal slaughtering? (2) do they know enough about halal slaughtering before advocating their ideas? (3) are they merely being emotional or perhaps bei...
Industrial Master Plan (IMP) 2006-2020 aimed to make Malaysia a global halal hub for the producti... more Industrial Master Plan (IMP) 2006-2020 aimed to make Malaysia a global halal hub for the production and trade in halal goods and services. In order to reach this vision, all the information and output must be channelled throughout all segments of people, including the underserved community such as the Orange Asli community. This Knowledge Transfer Program (KTP) series of projects aimed to create awareness and transfer knowledge on the importance of halal, halal consumerism and skills on slaughtering to the Orang Asli community. The program was conducted under the purview of the IIUM International Institute for Halal Research and Training (INHART) between March 2013 to June 2015 in four selected sites in the state of Pahang, Negeri Sembilan, Selangor and Perak. More than 1000 participants were involved. We have found that the level of halal awareness in the Orang Asli community is minimal with factors related include geographical and educational background as well as language barrier...
Contemporary Issues and Development in the Global Halal Industry, 2016
The Trade Description Act 2011 which creates the by-laws of Trade Description (Certification and ... more The Trade Description Act 2011 which creates the by-laws of Trade Description (Certification and Marking of Halal) Order 2011 has vested the power to issue halal certification to the government-appointed body mainly JAKIM and MAIN. It is also within this power that JAKIM needs to monitor the preservation of compliance of Halal certification requirements by the certified products or services. In carrying out this duty, JAKIM is vested with a wide power covering the legislative, executive and judiciary role. However by virtue of the provision in the Constitution and the law on the setting up of a government agency, there are several unresolved issues regarding the status and power of JAKIM in executing the existing assigned duty. Thus, it is the objective of this study to identify the scope of authority and jurisdictions vested in JAKIM and to critically analyse the role of JAKIM in the issuance of Halal certificate and their monitoring, controlling and enforcement activities with the aim to suggest appropriate reformation to the current governance practices. This study embarks into a qualitative research methodology which involves the exploratory approach and content analysis of the primary sources. The data collection will also involve a semi-structured in-depth interview with the experts in the area. The findings of this study show that JAKIM was formed through a different system of formation of a government agency. Thus, there is a need to determine JAKIM’s source of power and the scope of regulating and governing halal-related affairs that it has.
Malaysia is one of the largest bird's nest exporters particularly to China and Hong Kong market. ... more Malaysia is one of the largest bird's nest exporters particularly to China and Hong Kong market. However, Malaysia multimillion ringgits bird's nest industry has been hit hard by China's ban and a series of scandals, with a drop in sales and prices. In light of the emerging food safety issues that surrounds the Malaysian Edible Bird's Nest (EBN) industry, which have somewhat affect the economic gain of the EBN exporters in Malaysia, the Ministry of Health Malaysia, the Ministry of Agriculture and Agro-based and Industry Malaysia under its Department of Veterinary Services (DVS) and Department of Standards Malaysia had since 2003 issued a set of guidelines for a more systematic management of the local swift's nest industry. Besides, these guidelines are needed to ensure that the local swiftlet's industry does not create any health problem to the population.
This White Paper is prepared with the objective of seeking the necessary endorsement from the Min... more This White Paper is prepared with the objective of seeking the necessary endorsement from the Ministry of Tourism. Arts and Culture, Malaysia to adopt the proposals made in this White Paper for a uniformed tourism redress mechanism which includes the establishment of Tourism Courts not only in East Malaysia but also the Northern region, Central Region and Southern region of West Malaysia
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