Indonesia’s new halal agency to use four Islamic banks, including for investment of certification fees
JAKARTA - The Indonesian government’s new halal authority BPJPH will use the facilities of four Islamic banks to manage its funds and finances, its director general, Sukoso, told Salaam Gateway.
The national-level halal authority will use facilities provided by BRI Syariah Bank, Mega Syariah Bank, Syariah BJB Bank, and DKI Syariah Bank.
“Official Islamic banks that are mandated by us or the ministry of finance can manage funds related to BPJPH activities, such as halal certification fees and so on,” said Sukoso.
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