MalayMail/Bernama-May 29
The government rejects all attempts to normalize lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and questioning (LGBTQ) culture, whether implicitly or openly, said Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Religious Affairs) Datuk Dr Mohd Na’im Mokhtar. He said that as a country which upholds Islam as the religion of the federation and adheres to noble Eastern cultural values, any attempt to normalize such deviant lifestyles is contrary to the Federal Constitution, existing laws and official government policy. “I view seriously the reports regarding the organization of a program themed ‘Pride Care: Queer Stories & Sexual Health Awareness’, which was allegedly aimed at celebrating Pride Month, as circulated on social media recently. “The organization of such programs, even if held behind closed doors, clearly challenges societal norms and religious values upheld by the majority of Malaysians,” he said in a statement last night. In this regard, Mohd Na’im urged the authorities, including the Royal Malaysia Police, to immediately investigate the program and take appropriate action should there be any breach of the law. “Religious agencies, including the Department of Islamic Development Malaysia (JAKIM) and the state Islamic departments, are also urged to be ready to play their enforcement role, particularly if Muslims are involved,” he said. At the same time, Mohd Na’im called on all parties to work together to safeguard the social and moral fabric of the nation from any elements that may harm the faith, morality, and harmony. “The Madani government will continue to uphold the principles of ‘maqasid syariah’ in national governance to preserve religion, morality, and dignity,” he said, while stressing that a deviant culture will never become the norm in Malaysia. Read more at: https://www.malaymail.com/news/malaysia/2025/05/29/religious-affairs-minister-says-even-closed-door-lgbtq-friendly-events-against-societal-norms-urges-cops-to-probe-and-act/178539
