The Federation of Chinese Associations Malaysia (Huazong) president Tan Sri T.C Goh welcomed the Cabinet's decision to overturn the Malaysian Islamic Development Department's (Jakim) guidelines for Muslims attending events at non-Muslim places of worship. He lauded the decision as a valuable lesson and urged for thorough discussion and Cabinet approval for sensitive proposals before they are presented in Parliament.
The Federal Cabinet's recent decision to reverse the Malaysian Islamic Development Department's (Jakim) guidelines for Muslims attending events at non-Muslim places of worship has been welcomed by the Federation of Chinese Associations Malaysia (Huazong) president Tan Sri T.C Goh. He expressed hope that this incident will serve as a valuable lesson, emphasizing the importance of thorough discussion and Cabinet approval for sensitive proposals before they are presented in Parliament.
Goh strongly criticized the practice of departments or agencies unilaterally announcing policies, particularly those concerning race and religion, as this can easily lead to public outcry and disrupt social harmony. He lauded the Cabinet's decision, urging them to base parliamentary responses on approved policies, especially on matters of sensitivity. He specifically pointed out the controversial 'Guidelines on Muslim Participation in Non-Muslim Celebrations and Funerals,' which had raised concerns among the non-Muslim community. The proposed rules, such as requiring event organizers to seek approval and consult Islamic bodies before inviting Muslim leaders, were seen as potentially damaging to interfaith harmony.Goh commended Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim's participation in Thaipusam as a model of inclusivity. He highlighted the long-standing tradition of Malaysian leaders, both past and present, actively engaging in diverse cultural celebrations. This, he argued, embodies Malaysia's multicultural identity, built on understanding and tolerance. He emphasized that inclusivity in Malaysia has always been natural and unforced, without the need for restrictive guidelines.
MULTICULTURALISM ISLAMIC DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT RELIGIOUS SENSITIVITY CABINET APPROVAL INTERFAITH HARMONY
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