Posted 3/17/2024, 3:13:00 PM
Minister Urges Calm After Allah Socks Spark Controversy, Vendors Apologize for Insult
- Minister urges Muslims to stay calm and let authorities investigate "Allah" socks issue
- Minister says store and vendors must learn from mistake, not repeat it after apology
- Minister says putting "Allah" on socks is insulting and disappointing, especially during Ramadan
- Store founder apologized, said product management done by vendor via rental system without supervision
- Vendor says 1,200 pairs imported from China, did not fully inspect each item, will be more careful going forward