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Reinstate ban on Zakir Naik giving speeches, Sarawak rep tells govt


Published on 2025-02-23 08:40:38 - MSN
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  • Ex-works minister Baru Bian slams Putrajaya for lifting a 2019 ban on the controversial preacher speaking at public events.

The article discusses a call by Sarawak assemblyman Chiew Choon Man for the Malaysian government to reinstate the ban on controversial Islamic preacher Zakir Naik from giving speeches in Malaysia. Chiew highlighted that Naik's speeches have previously caused racial tensions and could potentially disrupt the harmony among Malaysia's diverse ethnic and religious communities. He emphasized the need for the government to take decisive action to prevent any further discord, especially in light of Naik's history of making provocative statements. This plea comes in the context of Malaysia's efforts to maintain national unity and stability amidst its multicultural society.

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