![PM calls for global action against intolerance, racism, Islamophobia PM calls for global action against intolerance, racism, Islamophobia](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-12/61733891560_AnwarIbrahim.jpg)
PM calls for global action against intolerance, racism, Islamophobia
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim says the values of tolerance, compassion and humanity must guide the Muslim world in addressing global challenges.
Wed Dec 11 2024
![Malaysia urges appointment of UN Special Envoy to tackle Islamophobia, calls for global tolerance Malaysia urges appointment of UN Special Envoy to tackle Islamophobia, calls for global tolerance](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-09/81727559397_TBTokMat.jpg)
Malaysia urges appointment of UN Special Envoy to tackle Islamophobia, calls for global tolerance
Malaysia has urged the United Nations to appoint a Special Envoy to Combat Islamophobia, calling for immediate global action against the growing wave of hate speech and violence targeting minorities
Sat Sep 28 2024
![Engagement between Muslims, others vital to avoid Islamophobia - PM Engagement between Muslims, others vital to avoid Islamophobia - PM](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-07/61722230788_AnwarIbrahim.jpg)
Engagement between Muslims, others vital to avoid Islamophobia - PM
Engagement between Muslims and others is necessary for fostering mutual understanding and avoiding the misunderstandings.
Mon Jul 29 2024
![Islamophobia needs to be addressed holistically - PM Islamophobia needs to be addressed holistically - PM](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-07/81721197128_AnwarIbrahim.jpg)
Islamophobia needs to be addressed holistically - PM
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said efforts to foster empathy and understanding between different religions and cultures should continue.
Wed Jul 17 2024
![France saw a rise in all types of racism in 2023, report says France saw a rise in all types of racism in 2023, report says](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-09/41693913412_TBMUSLIMWOMAN.jpg)
France saw a rise in all types of racism in 2023, report says
The Gaza war has triggered a rise in antisemitism and Islamophobia in France, as in other parts of the world.
Thu Jun 27 2024
The Future Is Female: Faith & Feminism
On this episode of #TheFutureIsFemale Melisa Idris speaks to Dr Susan Carland, a sociologist of religion and the Deputy Director of Research, Impact, and Engagement for the School of Social Sciences at Monash University in Melbourne. She’s the author of ‘Fighting Hislam: Women, Faith, and Sexism’ and has been listed as one of the 500 Most Influential Muslims in the World, and as a 'Muslim Leader of Tomorrow' by the UN Alliance of Civilizations.
Sun Apr 07 2024
![US anti-Muslim incidents hit record high in 2023 due to Israel-Gaza war US anti-Muslim incidents hit record high in 2023 due to Israel-Gaza war](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-03/41709633572_TBGAZA.jpg)
US anti-Muslim incidents hit record high in 2023 due to Israel-Gaza war
Complaints totaled 8,061 in 2023, a 56% rise from the year before and the highest since the Council on American-Islamic Relations began records nearly 30 years ago.
Tue Apr 02 2024
![Rethinking Islamophobia in the context of peacebuilding Rethinking Islamophobia in the context of peacebuilding](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-03/81710924023_TBIslamophobiajp.jpg)
Rethinking Islamophobia in the context of peacebuilding
It is essential to eliminate important negativities/obstacles such as Islamophobia, which had emerged and developed as a new form of racism.
Wed Mar 20 2024
![Malaysia reaffirms unwavering commitment to address Islamophobia Malaysia reaffirms unwavering commitment to address Islamophobia](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-03/41616819765_tokmat.jpg)
Malaysia reaffirms unwavering commitment to address Islamophobia
Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan reaffirmed the country's unwavering commitment to address Islamophobia.
Fri Mar 15 2024
![Quran burnings, Islamophobic acts intended to incite hatred, says PM Anwar Quran burnings, Islamophobic acts intended to incite hatred, says PM Anwar](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-09/51695394664_anwar.jpg)
Quran burnings, Islamophobic acts intended to incite hatred, says PM Anwar
Malaysia, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, said was appalled by the legitimisation of these acts under the feeble defence of human rights.
Fri Sep 22 2023
![PM, Erdogan condemn Quran burnings, populist discourse inciting hate speech PM, Erdogan condemn Quran burnings, populist discourse inciting hate speech](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-08/51690880098_demonstrate.jpg)
PM, Erdogan condemn Quran burnings, populist discourse inciting hate speech
Both leaders also underlined that actions of religious hatred, racism, discrimination and xenophobia, incite a culture of violence.
Thu Sep 21 2023
![Erdogan proposed Malaysia, Turkiye find a way to overcome Islamophobia - PM Erdogan proposed Malaysia, Turkiye find a way to overcome Islamophobia - PM](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-08/61691446777_AnwarIbrahim.jpg)
Erdogan proposed Malaysia, Turkiye find a way to overcome Islamophobia - PM
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said M'sia remains firm in issues related to religion and forbids any kind of insult against any religion.
Wed Aug 09 2023
![Malaysia to take proactive measures to address Islamophobia sentiments - PM Anwar Malaysia to take proactive measures to address Islamophobia sentiments - PM Anwar](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-05/71684719737_HudaTV.jpg)
Malaysia to take proactive measures to address Islamophobia sentiments - PM Anwar
PM Anwar Ibrahim said the root cause of extreme religious beliefs lies in education and upbringing.
Mon May 22 2023
![Islamophobia, acts of violence must be rejected - PM Anwar Islamophobia, acts of violence must be rejected - PM Anwar](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-03/51678857624_Islamofobia.jpg)
Islamophobia, acts of violence must be rejected - PM Anwar
This is a day to enhance awareness of the world community and the need for action to combat Islamophobia, Anwar said.
Wed Mar 15 2023
![PM Anwar strongly advocates for reasoned discourse in response to Islamophobia PM Anwar strongly advocates for reasoned discourse in response to Islamophobia](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-02/51677484076_AnwarIbrahim.jpg)
PM Anwar strongly advocates for reasoned discourse in response to Islamophobia
Anwar said reform of ideas is needed in both the west and the Muslim world to have a better understanding of each other.
Mon Feb 27 2023
![Enhancing cybersecurity to combat online crime, terrorism Enhancing cybersecurity to combat online crime, terrorism](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-10/81729245486_TBCYBERSECURITYB.jpg)
Enhancing cybersecurity to combat online crime, terrorism
AI can automatically filter extremist content on social media and detect suspicious communications across various digital platforms.
Sat Feb 08 2025
![Rising cancer cases in Malaysia stress the importance of proactive digestive health care Rising cancer cases in Malaysia stress the importance of proactive digestive health care](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-07/81721223722_stomachache.jpg)
Rising cancer cases in Malaysia stress the importance of proactive digestive health care
Stomach and oesophageal cancers remind us of the importance of proactive care in managing our digestive health and well-being.
Sat Feb 08 2025
![Wooing Chinese tourists, Thai leader says she has 'Chinese blood in her' Wooing Chinese tourists, Thai leader says she has 'Chinese blood in her'](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/41738926628_TBTHAICHINA.jpg)
Wooing Chinese tourists, Thai leader says she has 'Chinese blood in her'
Thai PM Paetongtarn Shinawatra says, she personally looked into security protocols in place to ensure the safety of Chinese citizens.
Fri Feb 07 2025
![No need to create guidelines for Muslims attending non-Muslim events - PM No need to create guidelines for Muslims attending non-Muslim events - PM](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/61738922827_AnwarIbrahim.jpg)
No need to create guidelines for Muslims attending non-Muslim events - PM
There is no need for such guidelines because Muslims already know their boundaries, says PM Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Fri Feb 07 2025
![[COLUMNIST] Beyond quick fixes: Addressing the root causes of SPM absenteeism and workforce shortages [COLUMNIST] Beyond quick fixes: Addressing the root causes of SPM absenteeism and workforce shortages](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2020-05/51590765086_exam.jpg)
[COLUMNIST] Beyond quick fixes: Addressing the root causes of SPM absenteeism and workforce shortages
What the nation needs now are credible, research-driven solutions that do more than just scratch the surface.
Fri Feb 07 2025
![Anna Jenkins: High Court sets April 28 for decision on open verdict revision Anna Jenkins: High Court sets April 28 for decision on open verdict revision](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-10/81635504957_AnnaJenkins.jpg)
Anna Jenkins: High Court sets April 28 for decision on open verdict revision
Annapuranee "Anna" Jenkins' remains were found nearly three years later, after her 2017 abrupt disappearance while on holiday in Penang.
Fri Feb 07 2025
![Teacher testifies Zayn Rayyan’s mother screamed “this is mommy's fault Teacher testifies Zayn Rayyan’s mother screamed “this is mommy's fault](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/71738925520_ZaynRayyan.jpg)
Teacher testifies Zayn Rayyan’s mother screamed “this is mommy's fault"
According to the teacher, Zayn Rayyan's mother said those words when she visited the family a day after the child was reported missing.
Fri Feb 07 2025
![Interfaith events involving Muslims: Policy must take into account national unity, get Cabinet approval first Interfaith events involving Muslims: Policy must take into account national unity, get Cabinet approval first](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/51738921639_MohdNaimMokhtar.jpg)
Interfaith events involving Muslims: Policy must take into account national unity, get Cabinet approval first
This issue arose following several inquiries from Muslims regarding invitations to events organised by non-Muslim communities, says JAKIM.
Fri Feb 07 2025
![Indonesia begins talks with Britain to repatriate UK's 'most prolific rapist' Indonesia begins talks with Britain to repatriate UK's 'most prolific rapist'](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/71738920610_ReynhardSinaga.jpg)
Indonesia begins talks with Britain to repatriate UK's 'most prolific rapist'
Reynhard Sinaga was found guilty in Manchester of assaulting 48 men whom he drugged after taking them back to his apartment from clubs.
Fri Feb 07 2025
![Bentong helicopter crash: Site investigation to conclude today Bentong helicopter crash: Site investigation to conclude today](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/61738919573_HelikopterTerhempa.jpg)
Bentong helicopter crash: Site investigation to conclude today
AAIB is still conducting investigations at the scene, and the helicopter wreckage will be removed once the probe is completed.
Fri Feb 07 2025