Malaysia king concerned 'Allah' usage dispute may become polemic if issue not resolved

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KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysian King Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri'ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah on Monday (June 5) expressed concern regarding the usage of the word 'Allah', fearing that the issue may become polemic and adversely affect unity and harmony in the country if it fails to be resolved immediately. He said t

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysian King Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri'ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah on Monday expressed concern regarding the usage of the word"Allah", fearing that the issue may become polemic and adversely affect unity and harmony in the country if it fails to be resolved immediately.

“My government must harmonise the current situation and at the same time, place the use of the word “Allah” in the right context by taking into account the national security, the benefit of the ummah , as well as my position and the position of other Malay rulers as heads of Islam,” he reportedly said.in publications sparked controversy over the decades-long debate.

On Sunday, the king called on all Malaysians to not turn religious issues into polemics and political disputes. “Nevertheless, other religions can still be practised peacefully. The full spirit of tolerance of Malaysians in the pluralism which exists is actually the basis of the country's main strength.

During his royal address, the king noted that the 15th General Election and the process of forming the federal government took place smoothly in a peaceful and harmonious atmosphere.

 

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