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New Straits Times
19 hours ago
- Politics
- New Straits Times
Teen troubles rising: Malaysia sees alarming spike in rape, incest & depression
KUALA LUMPUR: Social ills among the country's youth require close cooperation between the community and the government to prevent them from spreading, says Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Religious Affairs) Datuk Dr Mohd Na'im Mokhtar. He said that based on last year's statistics, rape and incest cases involving adolescents had increased, with 252 cases reported compared to 206 in 2023. "Even more worrying is that nearly 91 per cent of these cases occurred with mutual consent between underage teenagers. "The sharp rise in rape and incest cases among minors is very alarming. If left unchecked, the country may face a severe social emergency that could destroy the future of the younger generation," he said here today. Mohd Na'im said this at the launch of the 2025 national-level Social Awareness Roadshow (J-KIS), which was also attended by the Department of Islamic Development Malaysia (Jakim) director-general Datuk Dr Sirajuddin Suhaimee. On the issue of depression among youths, Mohd Na'im said that if not addressed, it could lead to serious consequences, including contributing to suicide cases. He said records showed that such cases increased to 1,087 in 2023 from 981 in the previous year. At the same time, Mohd Na'im expressed hope that the J-KIS programme launched today, and similar initiatives, could be expanded to create a lasting impact on society. Meanwhile, Sirajuddin said the J-KIS programme is aimed at enhancing knowledge and awareness among youths on social issues through engaging sessions. Among the sessions organised were 'Jiwa Kacau: Kongsi atau Pendam?','Mengurus Medsos', 'Anda, Dakwah & LGBT' as well as 'Pengantunan Seksual (Sexual Grooming)', presented by experts and experienced speakers to over 800 participants. "This programme is in line with the government's aspirations through the Islam Mekar di Bumi Malaysia (Islam flourishes in Malaysia) framework, which emphasises holistic, integrity-driven, and responsible human development in driving the country's progress," he said. The J-KIS programme is organised by Jakim in collaboration with several agencies, including the Education Ministry, Federal Territories (Kuala Lumpur and Putrajaya) and Selangor Education Departments, and the Federal Territories Islamic Religious Council (MAIWP). – BERNAMA
Barnama
19 hours ago
- Politics
- Barnama
Close Cooperation Required In Tackling Social Ills Among Youth
KUALA LUMPUR, July 30 (Bernama) -- Social ills among the country's youth require close cooperation between the community and the government to prevent them from spreading, said Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Religious Affairs) Datuk Dr Mohd Na'im Mokhtar. He said that based on last year's statistics, rape and incest cases involving adolescents have increased, with 252 cases reported compared to 206 in 2023. 'Even more worrying is that nearly 91 per cent of these cases occurred with mutual consent between underage teenagers. 'The sharp rise in rape and incest cases among minors is very alarming. If left unchecked, the country may face a severe social emergency that could destroy the future of the younger generation,' he said here today. Mohd Na'im said this at the launch of the 2025 national-level Social Awareness Roadshow (J-KIS), which was also attended by the Department of Islamic Development Malaysia (JAKIM) director-general Datuk Dr Sirajuddin Suhaimee. On the issue of depression among youths, Mohd Na'im said that if not addressed, it could lead to serious consequences, including contributing to suicide cases. He said records showed that such cases increased to 1,087 in 2023 from 981 in the previous year. At the same time, Mohd Na'im expressed the hope that the J-KIS programme launched today, and similar initiatives, could be expanded to create a lasting impact on society. Meanwhile, Sirajuddin said the J-KIS programme is aimed at enhancing knowledge and awareness among youths on social issues through engaging sessions.
The Sun
2 days ago
- Business
- The Sun
Halal auditors must uphold fairness and integrity, says Mohd Na'im
BANGI: The Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Religious Affairs), Datuk Dr Mohd Na'im Mokhtar, has stressed the need for halal auditors to perform their duties with unwavering integrity and impartiality. Speaking at the Malaysian Auditor Convention 2025, he warned that negligence or bias could damage the credibility of Islamic institutions. 'Fairness must be upheld without differentiating the position of applicants seeking halal certification. This is the role that needs to be fulfilled,' he said. He also cautioned against any form of bribery or preferential treatment, emphasising that justice must guide the auditing process. Mohd Na'im highlighted the importance of ethical conduct, urging auditors to avoid accepting gifts from companies applying for halal certification. 'Sometimes, it's not directly requested, but we make things difficult for applicants, leading them to believe auditors expect rewards. Intentions must be correct,' he added. The minister reminded the 300 JAKIM-certified auditors to uphold ethical standards to protect the institution's reputation. The convention, themed 'Halal Malaysia, A Catalyst for MADANI Economy,' saw the launch of the Halal Auditor Guidelines, a key reference for auditors. A special training course will also be conducted to deepen their understanding of the guidelines. Malaysia currently has 380 halal auditors, with 202 officially recognised as competent. – Bernama
New Straits Times
3 days ago
- New Straits Times
Mohd Na'im: Govt takes swift action to assist stranded umrah pilgrims
KUALA LUMPUR: The government, through the Malaysian Embassy in Saudi Arabia, is taking swift action to ensure the welfare and safety of 42 umrah pilgrims who have been stranded in Jeddah since July 25, including efforts to bring them home, said Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Religious Affairs) Datuk Dr Mohd Na'im Mokhtar. He said that the government takes such cases seriously and will not tolerate those attempting to exploit umrah pilgrims, particularly senior citizens and civil servants, emphasising that strict action, including legal measures, will be taken against them. "I am deeply concerned and sympathetic over the plight of the 42 Malaysian umrah pilgrims who have reportedly been stranded in Jeddah since July 25 for not having return flight tickets. "Since early this year, I have repeatedly reminded the public to verify the status of companies offering umrah packages through official channels of the Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture, including the dedicated portal and app for checking licenses of travel agents," he said in a Facebook post today. Mohd Na'im advised Muslims in the country to be wary and only opt for legitimate umrah operators to avoid similar incidents from recurring. According to media reports yesterday, 42 umrah pilgrims were allegedly abandoned without travel arrangements in Jeddah by a travel agency. — BERNAMA
The Star
3 days ago
- Politics
- The Star
Govt working to bring stranded umrah pilgrims in Jeddah back home
IPOH: Efforts are being taken to ensure the 42 Malaysian umrah pilgrims who were reportedly stranded in Jeddah since last week return to the country safely, says Datuk Dr Mohd Na'im Mokhtar. The Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Religious Affairs) said the government, through the Malaysian Embassy in Saudi Arabia, are making arrangements for the pilgrims. "I am deeply concerned and sympathise with the plight of 42 Malaysian umrah pilgrims who were reportedly stranded in Jeddah since July 25 due to the issue of unavailability of return flight tickets. "The embassy is paying full attention and arranging immediate measures to ensure the welfare and safety of all pilgrims, including efforts to bring them back home safely," he said in a statement on Monday (July 28). Dr Mohd Na'im said the government views such cases seriously and would not compromise on any party that tries to deceive or defraud umrah pilgrims, especially those involving senior citizens and civil servants. "Strict action, including through legal channels, will be taken against those who are complicit or guilty. "Since the beginning of this year, I have repeatedly reminded the public to check the status of companies and Umrah packages offered through official Tourism, Arts and Culture Ministry channels, including a special portal and application for checking licensed travel agents," he said. "I call on Muslims in this country to always be vigilant and only choose legitimate, licensed, and registered Umrah operators with the authorities. I hope that such incidents will not occur again in the future," he added.
