Strengthening Efforts to Combat Islamophobia in Malaysia
The Department of Islamic Development Malaysia (JAKIM) has reaffirmed its commitment to collaborate with various authorities to ensure that cases involving insults against Islam are brought to justice. Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Religious Affairs) Datuk Dr Mohd Na’im Mokhtar emphasized that anyone found insulting Islam would be called in and investigated under existing laws.
Prioritizing Public Interest and National Harmony
As with previous investigations and prosecutions involving insults against Islam, public interest will be prioritized to safeguard national harmony. The agencies under the Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Religious Affairs) fully support Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim’s firm stance that the government will act against anyone who insults religion without favouritism, in line with the country’s legal provisions.
Upholding the Sanctity of Islam and Fostering Harmony
Agencies under Mohd Na’im’s purview remain committed to upholding the sanctity of Islam and fostering harmony in the country’s diverse society, in line with the Federal Constitution. He emphasized that the actions of certain individuals who disregard religious sensitivities and cause public unrest are deeply regrettable.
Call for Cooperation and Respect for the Law
Mohd Na’im urged all parties to respect the law and cooperate with ongoing investigations in the interest of national harmony. He emphasized that the government will not tolerate any form of Islamophobia and will take firm action against those who engage in such behavior.
FAQs
Q: What is the stance of the Malaysian government on Islamophobia?
A: The Malaysian government is committed to combating Islamophobia and will take firm action against anyone who insults religion without favouritism, in line with the country’s legal provisions.
Q: What are the agencies under the Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Religious Affairs) doing to combat Islamophobia?
A: The agencies under the Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Religious Affairs) are working closely with other authorities to investigate and prosecute cases involving insults against Islam, and to promote national harmony and understanding.
Q: What is the priority of the government in addressing Islamophobia?
A: The government’s priority is to safeguard national harmony and to promote understanding and respect for all religions, while upholding the sanctity of Islam and the Federal Constitution.