PETALING JAYA: Soft drinks giant Coca-Cola said today it remains neutral in any religious cause around the world following a Muslim group’s call to ban its products from retail shelves. Coca-Cola Malaysia said it was deeply concerned about the ongoing violence in Israel and in Gaza, and its severe impact on communities in the region. “Like every one of goodwill, we want to see peace in the Middle East and everywhere else,” it said in a statement. He also urged the Malaysian Indian Muslim Restaurant Owners Association (Presma) to recall all Coca-Cola drinks as a form of solidarity with those suffering in Gaza. He and several associates were also seen stomping on the drink’s livery before proceeding to a restaurant to remove Coca-Cola cans from the shop.

Source: Daily Nation May 19, 2021 06:45 UTC