(NL Times) More companies are taking Eid al-Fitr into account when planning their product ranges and promotions, according to Nu.nl. While many Dutch people approve of companies and organizations wishing Muslims a pleasant Eid, far fewer approve of the prime minister doing so, according to a new survey.
Over four in 10 of the largest train stores in the largest cities in the Netherlands have their eyes on Eid al-Fitr, a three-day festival at the end of Ramadan. Research agency Labyrinth came to this conclusion after visiting 144 branches of popular shops in major cities, such as Albert Heijn, Jumbo and Lush.
Eid marks the end of the fasting month of Ramadan, which this year began on April 2. Observers celebrate Eid by eating together, gift giving and giving money to poor people.
