In addition, it noted that is a publically listed company on Bursa Malaysia’s main board, and that none of its board members are active members of any political party.
“We would also like to clarify once again that Old Town White Coffee is not affiliated with any political party, or any politician as recently alleged by a certain public figure, nor does the company have any political interests,” the company’s chairperson, Ahmed Tasir, said in a statement today.
Previously, Ismail Sabri (right) made a controversial Facebook posting urging for a boycott on Chinese Malaysian businesses, in which he made reference to Old Town.“Just look at Old Town White Coffee... They are suspicious... but still Malays are not boycotting (the company). Moreover, the company is owned by the Ngeh family (of) Perak DAP, which are anti-Islam.
“As long as Malays don't change, the Chinese will take advantage and oppress the Malays,” he pointed out.
He said this in claiming that Chinese businesses have suspect halal certifications and yet Malays do not boycott them.
Ismail Sabri has since clarified that he was referring to “stubborn Chinese traders” who refuse to drop goods prices despite falling fuel prices.
Meanwhile, a report by The Malaysian Insider quoted Perak DAP advisor Ngeh Koo Ham, as saying that he never owned any Old Town shares and denied that he is anti-Islam.
Ngeh (left)
reportedly demanded Ismail Sabri to retract his remarks within 48
hours, and said he would be lodging a police report against the minister
tomorrow.As for Old Town, Ahmed assured that the restaurant’s halal certification remained valid, and that claims to the contrary are untrue and misinformed.
“Old Town White Coffee does not serve any non-halal food products or alcohol, and all our food and beverages are prepared in a halal manner.
“We will continue to work closely with the relevant authorities to ensure that all our outlets in Malaysia remain halal-certified,” he said.
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