Business backlash over sweeping halal rules in world’s biggest Muslim nation

Indonesia, the world's largest Muslim-majority nation, has introduced stringent new rules requiring businesses to certify that their products, from clothing to toilet paper, comply with Islamic law, sparking backlash from business groups. Critics argue the regulations could stifle innovation and increase operational costs, while supporters contend it ensures religious authenticity in everyday goods. This move underscores the complex interplay between religious law and commercial practices in a country where the economy is deeply intertwined with cultural and religious values.