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Malaysians, lets take on the Bangsa Boikot: Boycott Vern’s shoes

KUALA LUMPUR, April 7, 2024: To all law-abiding-peace-loving Malaysians - take on the Bangsa Boikot (Boycott Race) and boycott Vern’s shoes nationwide.

The spineless Vern’s Holding Sdn Bhd yielded to the threat of the racial and religious bigoted Umno Youth chief Dr Akmal Saleh and quickly apologised for “nothing”.

The company has thus, indirectly supported/encouraged Akmal and his scare tactics that are threatening national unity and harmony - not forgetting the damage it is doing to the economic environment.

has apologised for selling shoes with a logo resembling the word Vern’s apologised for selling shoes with a logo resembling the word “Allah” in Arabic printed on the soles but Akmal’s allegations against the company were seriously doubtful.

Lawyer activist Sita Kasim posted this on Facebook:

Siti Kasim is with Siti Kasim.

OMG!! What is wrong with this fella ??

 

Siti’s “fella” refers to Akmal.

And youth party Muda wants Akmal not to waste time on non issues.

Muda vice president Zaidel Baharuddin said if such demands were continued, soon people would be asking window manufacturers or ship anchor manufacturers to explain why there are cross marks on their products.

And, why no furore over this 2017 issue from Akmal? The "insult" is even clearer, isn't it?

No News Is Bad News reproduces below related reports on the issue:

MALAYSIA

Stop this stupidity please, Muda tells Akmal

Muda wants Akmal not to waste time on non issues.

Updated 1 hour ago · Published on 07 Apr 2024 8:19PM

YOUTH party Muda has urged Umno Youth chief Dr Muhamad Akmal Saleh to stop creating an issue out of nothing.

Referring to Akmal’s latest salvo against a local shoe brand over a design which allegedly features the word "Allah" on its sole, Muda vice president Zaidel Baharuddin said Akmal was playing up superficial issues to seek attention and get an immediate reaction.

“Muslims and Malays in Malaysia are facing a crisis of high commodity prices at a time when the ringgit is extremely weak. 

“Most also have negative sentiments towards the government today and we can see it through the response to government initiatives such as PADU registration.

“In the midst of this angst and crisis of trust, Umno Youth which is part of the government decides to play up superficial issues because they want attention and get an immediate reaction,” Zaidel said in a statement.

Zaidel also said that if such demands are continued, soon people will be asking window manufacturers or ship anchor manufacturers to explain why there are cross marks on their products.

“It is unfortunate when our politics is overwhelmed by individuals playing up such sentiments for short-term reactions, and it is even more unfortunate that these people are some of those who hold the reins of power.

“Please, stop this stupidity, can't you look for other activities that are more beneficial?” he said.

Earlier today Akmal said in a Facebook posting that the local shoe brand must clarify if one of its shoe designs depicts the word “Allah”.

“I read a posting that said it was a logo that depicted a high heel with its straps, and that is what I see too.

“There is logic in this, but whatever it may be, we urge the local company to issue an immediate clarification.

“If there is no explanation in 24 hours, then don’t blame us if we boycott your product afterwards,” he said. – April 7, 2024.

Vern’s apologises for shoe logo resembling Arabic text for ‘Allah’

Amirul Aiman

-07 Apr 2024, 06:21 PM

The company acknowledges that there are shortcomings in the logo’s design that could offend Muslims.

Vern’s Holding Sdn Bhd said it has taken immediate steps to cease the sale of the shoes and is prepared to refund customers who have purchased them. (X pic)

PETALING JAYA: Vern’s Holding Sdn Bhd has apologised for selling shoes with a logo resembling the word “Allah” in Arabic printed on the soles.

In a statement, the company’s management said the logo was inspired by the image of interconnected lines resembling the strap of a high-heeled shoe.

“The management would like to humbly apologise and seek forgiveness. We hope for compassion so we can rectify this mistake,” it said.

The company’s management explained that the logo was inspired by the image of interconnected lines resembling the strap of a high-heeled shoe.

“We acknowledge that there are shortcomings in the logo’s design that could lead to misinterpretation, thereby offending the feelings of many parties.

“We have absolutely no intention of designing a logo aimed at belittling or insulting any religion or belief.”

It said it has taken immediate steps to cease the sale of the shoes and is prepared to refund customers who have purchased them.

Vern’s said the incident is a valuable lesson for the company to be more careful when making any decisions.

Earlier today, religious affairs minister Na’im Mokhtar said the Islamic development department (Jakim) would investigate a company that purportedly sold shoes with their logo resembling the word “Allah”, in Arabic, printed on the soles.

He also called for all parties to remain calm and provide space for Jakim and the authorities to investigate the matter.

In a Facebook post that went viral earlier today, a man said he bought the shoes from the company’s outlet in Kuantan.

He shared a video showing the shoe and its sole after taking it out of the packaging.

The police report he lodged into the matter at the Kuantan police station this afternoon states that the case is being probed under Section 298 of the Penal Code and Section 233 of the Communications and Multimedia Act (CMA) 1998

Section 298 of the Penal Code deals with intentionally wounding the religious feelings of others while Section 233 of the Communications and Multimedia Act cites misuse of network facilities to cause offence.