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Daily Express
11 hours ago
- Politics
- Daily Express
Don't use religion for political gain, king tells community leaders
Published on: Friday, June 27, 2025 Published on: Fri, Jun 27, 2025 By: Bernama Text Size: Yang di-Pertuan Agong Sultan Ibrahim said Islam should serve as the foundation, including for national governance. (Bernama pic) Kuala Lumpur: Yang di-Pertuan Agong Sultan Ibrahim today issued a stern reminder to community leaders not to use Islam as a political tool for personal interests. Sultan Ibrahim said Islam should instead serve as the foundation, including for national governance, based on values, justice and compassion, in line with the principles of shariah, which he said encompass all aspects of life. 'I would like to remind community leaders not to politicise Islam for personal gain. Instead, they should Islamise politics for the good of the nation. 'Islam is a complete and perfect religion that covers every aspect of life. Therefore, no party should exploit religion for their political interests, spread slander, or incite hatred, which in the end will divide society,' he said. Sultan Ibrahim said this in his address at the national-level Maal Hijrah 1447H/2025M celebration at the Malaysia International Trade and Exhibition Centre here. Sultan Ibrahim also said that platforms for dakwah (Islamic preaching) and religious teaching should not be used to promote political agendas, but should remain spaces to strengthen unity and cohesion among the ummah. He said all parties must respect the Federal Constitution and not spark hostility in the name of race or religion, which could jeopardise national peace. 'The strong unity we enjoy in this country stems from the Federal Constitution, which outlines the values of togetherness, power equity, responsibility, and consensus. 'Let us together safeguard the sanctity of Islam and foster harmonious unity among the ummah, for Islam is a religion of brotherhood and peace,' Sultan Ibrahim said. He also said that the administration of the country must be guided by Islamic shariah, and not be influenced by secular or liberal ideologies. * Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel and Telegram for breaking news alerts and key updates! * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available. Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia
Barnama
11 hours ago
- Politics
- Barnama
Safeguard Islam's Sanctity, Don't Use Religion For Political Gain
KUALA LUMPUR, June 27 (Bernama) — His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia today issued a stern reminder to community leaders not to use Islam as a political tool for personal interests. His Majesty said that Islam should instead serve as the foundation, including in national governance, based on values, justice and compassion in line with the complete and perfect principles of syariah, which encompass all aspects of life. 'I would like to remind community leaders not to politicise Islam for personal gain. Instead, they should Islamise politics for the good of the nation. 'Islam is a complete and perfect religion that covers every aspect of life. Therefore, no party should exploit religion for their political interests, spread slander or incite hatred, which in the end will divide society,' His Majesty said. Sultan Ibrahim said this in his address at the national-level Maal Hijrah 1447H/2025M celebration at the Malaysia International Trade and Exhibition Centre (MITEC) here. His Majesty also said that platforms for dakwah (Islamic preaching) and religious teaching should not be used to promote political agendas, but should remain spaces to strengthen unity and cohesion among the ummah. Sultan Ibrahim further decreed that all parties must respect the Federal Constitution and never spark hostility in the name of race or religion, which could jeopardise national peace. 'The strong unity we enjoy in this country stems from the Federal Constitution, which outlines the values of togetherness, power equity, responsibility and consensus. 'Let us together safeguard the sanctity of Islam and foster harmonious unity among the ummah, for Islam is a religion of brotherhood and peace,' Sultan Ibrahim said.
The Sun
12 hours ago
- Politics
- The Sun
Safeguard Islam's sanctity, don't use religion for political gain
KUALA LUMPUR: His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia today issued a stern reminder to community leaders not to use Islam as a political tool for personal interests. His Majesty said that Islam should instead serve as the foundation, including in national governance, based on values, justice and compassion in line with the complete and perfect principles of syariah, which encompass all aspects of life. 'I would like to remind community leaders not to politicise Islam for personal gain. Instead, they should Islamise politics for the good of the nation. 'Islam is a complete and perfect religion that covers every aspect of life. Therefore, no party should exploit religion for their political interests, spread slander or incite hatred, which in the end will divide society,' His Majesty said. Sultan Ibrahim said this in his address at the national-level Maal Hijrah 1447H/2025M celebration at the Malaysia International Trade and Exhibition Centre (MITEC) here. His Majesty also said that platforms for dakwah (Islamic preaching) and religious teaching should not be used to promote political agendas, but should remain spaces to strengthen unity and cohesion among the ummah. Sultan Ibrahim further decreed that all parties must respect the Federal Constitution and never spark hostility in the name of race or religion, which could jeopardise national peace. 'The strong unity we enjoy in this country stems from the Federal Constitution, which outlines the values of togetherness, power equity, responsibility and consensus. 'Let us together safeguard the sanctity of Islam and foster harmonious unity among the ummah, for Islam is a religion of brotherhood and peace,' Sultan Ibrahim said. At the same time, His Majesty decreed that the administration of the country must be guided by Islamic syariah, and not be influenced by secular or liberal ideologies. Sultan Ibrahim also called on members of the administration and national leadership to emulate the qualities of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), who was wise, just and never oppressed the weak. In addition, all Muslims were urged to understand the immense responsibility of building a civilisation founded on Islamic values. 'True development is not merely physical, but also encompasses morality, knowledge and humanity. 'Those who strive in the cause of Allah with their wealth and lives are promised a high status in His sight. These are the people who truly attain victory. 'The Prophet's Hijrah (migration) to Madinah was a historic journey that laid the foundation for the Medina Charter, an important document based on the principles of justice, consensus and diversity,' His Majesty said. At the ceremony, His Majesty also presented awards to former Johor Mufti Datuk Seri Dr Nooh Gadot, who was named the National Tokoh Maal Hijrah, and Saudi Arabia's Minister of Haj and Umrah, Dr Tawfig Fawzan Muhammed Al-Rabiah, who was named the International Tokoh Maal Hijrah for 1447H/2025M. Also in attendance was His Majesty's son, the Tunku Temenggong of Johor, Tunku Idris Iskandar. Also present were Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim and Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi. Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Religious Affairs) Datuk Dr Mohd Na'im Mokhtar, other Cabinet members and nearly 8,000 guests, including contingents from ministries, departments, government agencies and foreign delegations, also attended the celebration. The National-level Maal Hijrah 1447H/2025M celebration carried the theme 'Membangun Ummah MADANI', which calls on Muslims to draw lessons from the Prophet's Hijrah to build a more civilised, inclusive and balanced society, both spiritually and physically, while striving to establish a MADANI nation.
New Straits Times
13 hours ago
- Politics
- New Straits Times
Sultan Ibrahim: Do not politicise Islam for personal gain
KUALA LUMPUR: His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia, has called on community leaders to refrain from politicising Islam for personal interests, and instead to "Islamise politics" in the interest of the nation. "I would like to remind community leaders not to politicise Islam for personal gain, but instead to Islamise politics for the good of the nation," Sultan Ibrahim said in his royal address at the national-level 1447H/2025 Maal Hijrah celebration held at the Malaysia International Trade and Exhibition Centre here today. Sultan Ibrahim stressed that government administration must be guided by Islamic principles and not be influenced by secular or liberal ideologies. "Islam is a complete and perfect religion, encompassing all aspects of life. "As such, all parties must refrain from exploiting religion for political agendas, spreading slander, or inciting hatred that could divide society. "I have long emphasised that religious platforms, such as Islamic preaching and education, should not be used to serve the interests of political parties. "Let us preserve the sanctity of Islam and foster harmonious unity among the ummah," the King added. Present was Tunku Temenggong Johor Tunku Idris Iskandar Sultan Ibrahim. Also present were Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi, Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Religious Affairs) Datuk Dr Mohd Na'im Mokhtar, Dewan Negara President Senator Datuk Awang Bemee Awang Ali Basah and Dewan Rakyat Speaker Tan Sri Johari Abdul. His Majesty also called upon members of the administration and national leadership to emulate the qualities of the Prophet Muhammad, who served with justice and never oppressed the weak. "Let us work together to build a successful nation, not only in the eyes of the world, but also one that is blessed by the Almighty." In his speech, Sultan Ibrahim also stressed the importance of preserving the sanctity of Islam and fostering a harmonious unity among the ummah, for Islam is a religion of brotherhood and peace. "We must also embrace Islam as a true way of life, through the practice of noble manners and character, not merely through outward appearances or clothing that seem Islamic."
The Guardian
03-05-2025
- Politics
- The Guardian
Erdoğan tells protesters against Islamification in northern Cyprus they will fail
Turkey's president, Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, has warned protesters in breakaway northern Cyprus not 'to sow seeds of hatred' amid mounting discord over Ankara's perceived attempts to Islamise one of the world's most secular Muslim societies. In a whirlwind visit to the Turkish-occupied territory on Saturday the leader had tough words for Turkish Cypriots who have stepped up demonstrations against policies he openly endorses, not least a controversial law allowing headscarves to be worn in schools. 'Those who try to disrupt our brotherhood, to create a rift between us, and to sow the seeds of hatred … will not be successful,' he said as he inaugurated a new presidential residence and parliament in the self-styled state. Later, as he addressed a technology festival, he went further telling trade unions that opposed the measure: 'If you try to mess with our girls' headscarves in the Turkish republic of northern Cyprus, I am sorry, you will find us against you.' On Friday thousands of Turkish Cypriots took to the streets of Nicosia, the country's war-split capital, chanting 'hands off our land' as they denounced the legislation. In a speech before a crowd metres away from Turkey's embassy compound, Selma Eylem, who heads the Cyprus Turkish secondary education teachers' trade union, said the regulation was tantamount to imposing political Islam on a society that not only prided itself on its secular identity but inherently secular way of life. 'We say, once again, to the representatives of the AKP [Erdoğan's Islamist-rooted party]: Keep your hands off our children and keep your hands off our society!' Erdoğan had hoped to use the trip to showcase Ankara's continuing support for a community that in 1974 it had sought to rescue when Turkish troops were ordered to invade Cyprus, seizing its northern third. The military operation had followed a rightwing, Athens-backed coup aimed at uniting the island with Greece. In the more than 50 years that have elapsed, the territory, which unilaterally declared independence in 1983, has been recognised by no other country but Turkey. Ahead of his visit officials had said that Erdoğan's focus would be on the opening of the gargantuan government complex, financed by Ankara with the aim of promoting international acceptance for the isolated entity. On Saturday the Turkish president insisted that in the wake of decades of failed peace talks between Greek and Turkish Cypriots only 'a two-state solution' could be discussed to resolve the west's longest running diplomatic dispute. 'The two-state solution is the joint vision of Turkey and northern Cyprus,' he said. 'Any new negotiation process must be between two sovereign states.' Friday's demonstration, which followed almost daily protests over the hijab law, was organised by more than 100 trade unions and civil societies many of which still advocate the island's reunification as a bi-zonal, bi-communal federation. 'Partly because of Kemalism but also because of eighty-two years of British colonial rule Turkish Cypriots are by far the most secular Muslims in the world,' said Hubert Faustmann, professor of history and political science at the University of Nicosia in the internationally recognised south. For Turkish Cypriots who have long opposed Ankara's ever-expanding influence in the north, the regulation, he said, was further proof of the leader's determination to not only erode long-held secular traditions but ultimately alter their own identity. 'What we are witnessing is a cultural clash,' Faustmann said. 'The legislation on headscarves is seen as part of a package of continuous attempts by Erdoğan to unwind the secular character of the community.' With the backlash showing no sign of abating Turkish Cypriots appear determined to have the measure repealed – even if it has been vigorously defended by the community's leader, Ersin Tatar, a close Erdoğan ally who argues the law protects students from discrimination. 'If we are to save ourselves we have to continue this struggle,' said Şener Elcil, a veteran former trade unionist. Increasingly, he lamented, Turkish Cypriots had been made to feel like a minority 'in our own land' as a result of hundreds of thousands of mainland settlers moving to the north. 'Religion was never a point of division on this island but after years of building mosques that Turkish Cypriots don't even go to, they want to make it one in our schools,' he added. 'Now, more than ever, we need to stand up to Erdoğan and have our voices heard.'
