JAKIM
Proper noun
Meaning
JAKIM
(Malaysia, Islam) Initialism of Jabatan Kemajuan Islam Malaysia (“Department of Islamic Development Malaysia”).
Examples
Earlier on Tuesday, JAKIM issued a statement as well saying Auntie Anne's application for halal certification could not be processed due to "technical reasons" involving things like supporting documents.
The government’s Department of Islamic Development (JAKIM) and its local offices would restrict interfaith initiatives involving Muslims, advocates say.
JAKIM reportedly said in a statement that they tested 11 samples of Cadbury Dairy Milk Hazelnut, Cadbury Dairy Milk Roast Almond and other products from the company's factory but none of them tested positive for pork.
Not only were both the Ministry of Education and Jakim apparently shifting the blame, it had to take the cabinet to clarify and uphold the unifying opportunity inherent in our rich cultural traditions.