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New Straits Times
5 days ago
- Politics
- New Straits Times
MAIPs honours Tuanku Syed Faizuddin Putra's 25 years of leadership
KANGAR: Tuanku Syed Faizuddin Putra Jamalullail has marked 25 years of leadership as the Raja Muda of Perlis, making significant contributions to the development of religion, social welfare, and the economy of the ummah. In a statement issued today, the Perlis Islamic Religious and Malay Customs Council (MAIPs) highlighted His Royal Highness' notable achievements, including his humanitarian missions, educational collaborations, and efforts to promote religious diplomacy. "His work has had a lasting impact, particularly in strengthening the zakat and waqf management systems and enhancing the role of mosques as community hubs. "Under His Royal Highness' leadership, MAIPs has emerged as a progressive and authoritative religious institution. His leadership is a symbol of a monarchy that is close to the people and visionary in developing Perlis," read the statement. Most recently, Tuanku Syed Faizuddin Putra led MAIPs' humanitarian missions to Kenya and Rwanda, forging strategic collaborations with international Islamic education institutions. One of his significant projects includes introducing UniSIRAJ (Tuanku Syed Sirajuddin International Islamic University) and promoting the harmonious and humanitarian values of Islam. MAIPs also celebrated Tuanku Syed Faizuddin Putra's milestone during the Takrim 25 Tahun Pemasyhuran (25th Anniversary of His Royal Highness' Ascension as Perlis Raja Muda) which coincided with the 2026-2030 consultative dialogue on the direction of state's Islamic affairs here on Friday. The anniversary celebration symbolised the highest appreciation for His Royal Highness' leadership over the past two and a half decades. His dedication to guiding the ummah, upholding religion, and serving the people of Perlis was honoured through a special ceremony, which included a trilingual poetry performance titled Ungkap Kata Puji Mahkota – حملة المدحِ. In his speech during the dialogue, Tuanku Syed Faizuddin Putra reaffirmed his commitment to strengthening the direction of Islamic affairs in Perlis for the 2026–2030 period. His focus will remain on ensuring Perlis remains a harmonious, knowledgeable, and prosperous state through an integrated and impactful approach. "This Takrim ceremony not only reflects on His Royal Highness' 25-year leadership journey, but also serves as a renewed pledge to continue the struggle for blessings, justice, and the well-being of the ummah," said MAIPs, adding that prayers for His Royal Highness's continued leadership and divine blessings were made. Tuanku Syed Faizuddin Putra was officially installed as Raja Muda of Perlis on Oct 12, 2000, at the Balairong Seri, Istana Arau, following the proclamation of his father, Tuanku Syed Sirajuddin Jamalullail, as Raja of Perlis on April 16 of the same year. Since then, Tuanku Syed Faizuddin Putra has carried the responsibility of being the heir to the Perlis throne and the president of MAIPs, advising the Raja of Perlis on Islamic affairs and Malay customs. – Bernama
The Sun
5 days ago
- Politics
- The Sun
Perlis Raja Muda marks 25 years of leadership with MAIPs
KANGAR: Tuanku Syed Faizuddin Putra Jamalullail has completed 25 years of leadership as the Raja Muda of Perlis, leaving a profound impact on religious, social, and economic development in the state. The Perlis Islamic Religious and Malay Customs Council (MAIPs) issued a statement today honouring His Royal Highness' contributions, including humanitarian missions, educational partnerships, and religious diplomacy efforts. 'His work has had a lasting impact, particularly in strengthening the zakat and waqf management systems and enhancing the role of mosques as community hubs. Under His Royal Highness' leadership, MAIPs has emerged as a progressive and authoritative religious institution. His leadership is a symbol of a monarchy that is close to the people and visionary in developing Perlis,' read the statement. Recently, Tuanku Syed Faizuddin Putra led MAIPs' humanitarian missions to Kenya and Rwanda, establishing collaborations with international Islamic education institutions. Key initiatives include the introduction of UniSIRAJ (Tuanku Syed Sirajuddin International Islamic University) and the promotion of Islamic humanitarian values. MAIPs commemorated the milestone during the Takrim 25 Tahun Pemasyhuran ceremony, coinciding with a consultative dialogue on the state's Islamic affairs direction for 2026-2030. The event highlighted His Royal Highness' dedication to guiding the ummah, upholding religion, and serving Perlis. A trilingual poetry performance titled *Ungkap Kata Puji Mahkota – حملة المدحِ* was held as part of the celebration. During the dialogue, Tuanku Syed Faizuddin Putra reaffirmed his commitment to advancing Islamic affairs in Perlis, ensuring harmony, knowledge, and prosperity through an integrated approach. 'This Takrim ceremony not only reflects on His Royal Highness' 25-year leadership journey but also serves as a renewed pledge to continue the struggle for blessings, justice, and the well-being of the ummah,' said MAIPs. Tuanku Syed Faizuddin Putra was officially installed as Raja Muda of Perlis on October 12, 2000, following his father's proclamation as Raja of Perlis earlier that year. Since then, he has served as heir to the throne and MAIPs president, advising on Islamic and Malay customary matters. - Bernama
Yahoo
08-04-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Loh Siew Hong's children remain Hindus as Federal Court shuts down Perlis govt's last attempt to validate conversion
PUTRAJAYA, April 8 — The Federal Court today struck down the Perlis state government's final attempt to argue why the three children of Hindu mother Loh Siew Hong should be recognised as Muslims, despite their previous conversion being ruled illegal. A three-member panel chaired by Chief Judge of Malaya Datuk Seri Hasnah Mohammed Hashim delivered the unanimous decision alongside Federal Court judges Datuk Nordin Hassan and Datuk Vazeer Alam Mydin Meera. Today's decision follows an application filed by the Perlis state government last year to review its decision denying them leave to appeal the appellate court's ruling on the conversion of Loh's three children to Islam without her consent. The latest ruling effectively endorsed an earlier Federal Court decision which had in May 2024 unanimously decided against the Perlis Islamic Religious and Malay Customs Council (MAIPs), the Perlis government, and other respondents in the years-long legal battle to have the children's conversion to Islam declared unconstitutional. 'We find no merit in the review application as the applicant has not met the threshold under Rule 137 of Rules of the Federal Court 1995. 'Therefore Enclosure 1 (application for review) is dismissed with no cost,' she said. Loh previously challenged the children's conversion in 2022, losing initially at the High Court but later winning at the Court of Appeal and Federal Court. On May 14, 2024, the Federal Court reaffirmed the binding Indira Gandhi precedent requiring both parents' consent for child conversions. The Perlis state government then filed an application on October 29, 2024 to review the Federal Court's decision. In its application, it is seeking a review by a new panel, claiming its right to be heard was 'severely compromised'. It wants the Federal Court's May 2024 panel — chaired by Chief Justice Tun Tengku Maimun Tuan Mat — decision for refusal to be set aside and the leave application reheard, or for leave to appeal to be granted directly. Rule 137 of the Rules of the Federal Court 1995 recognises the Federal Court's inherent power to review its previous decisions in order to prevent an injustice or an abuse of process, and it has been mostly used to set aside Federal Court's decisions. Ultimately, Perlis wants the Federal Court to hear its full appeal to argue the conversion should be declared valid. In May 2024, the Federal Court said the Court of Appeal's decision to invalidate the three children's conversion was correct, noting Perlis' arguments would encourage the 'unconstitutional practice of unilateral conversion to persist'. In short, this means the children remain Hindus and the unilateral conversion illegal.
