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Malaysia’s proposed ‘guidelines’ for Muslims attending non-Muslim events draw brickbats, but some defend move

Proposed guidelines in Malaysia aim to regulate Muslim participation in non-Muslim events, leading to widespread debate and criticism.
Religious Affairs Minister Mohd Na'im Mokhtar stated that these guidelines will be finalized by the end of the month.
Under the rules, events must avoid religious propaganda and be held away from Islamic sites, including mosques and cemeteries.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim indicated that the Cabinet will discuss the issue further during an upcoming meeting.

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Channel News Asia

Malaysia’s proposed ‘guidelines’ for Muslims attending non-Muslim events draw brickbats, but some defend move

Among others, the proposed guidelines outlined that event organisers would have to seek permission from relevant authorities and the views of Islamic agencies when inviting Muslims for events at a non-Muslim house of worship.

1 month ago·Singapore

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South China Morning Post

Malaysians decry rule seeking approval to invite Muslims to temples, churches

New guidelines create ‘unnecessary barriers’ and will erode the goodwill Malaysians have built up over the years, critics say.

1 month ago·Hong Kong

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Malaysia Kini

Do non-Muslims need Jakim approval when they die, Saravanan asks

UPDATED 5.18PM | He responds to proposal that non-Muslims may need approval for Muslims to attend events.

1 month ago·Malaysia

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New Strait Times

Jakim finalising guidelines for Muslims at non-Islamic events

KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysian Islamic Development Department (Jakim) is finalising guidelines on Muslims’ participation in events at non-Islamic places of worship. © New Straits Times Press (M) Bhd

1 month ago·Malaysia

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The Star Kuala Lumpur

New rules proposed for Muslims attending non-Muslim events, funerals or houses of worship

KUALA LUMPUR: Event organisers must get the authorities’ approval and the views of Islamic authorities when inviting leaders or Muslims for festive events, funerals or events held in non-Muslim houses of worship. Read full story

1 month ago·Malaysia

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Malay Mail

Malaysia to outline new protocols for Muslims in interfaith events

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 5 — The government is set to issue new guidelines for Muslim participation in Non-Muslim celebrations and ceremonies, said Minister in the Prime Minister’s...

1 month ago·Selangor, Malaysia

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