PM urged to take stand on LGBT as ‘Pride’ products enter Muslim Malaysia

 | 
06/03/2023

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has been urged to explain the government’s stand on the LGBT movement, as multinational companies introduce products based on lifestyles considered taboo in Muslim-majority countries such as Malaysia and in the wake of raids by the home ministry and the confiscation of rainbow-coloured watches from the Pride collection of popular Swiss watchmaker Swatch. While many Muslims on social media appeared supportive of the move, some had also asked how products linked to the LGBT or lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender movement had entered the country to begin with. Syed Ahmad Israa’ Syed Ibrahim, the CEO of independent think tank Iris Institute, said Anwar should explain the country’s stance to curb the spread of deviant beliefs.

Regions: ,

Share this:

Latest Global News

Added on: 11/22/2024
11/21/2024
The Vatican has blocked discussions over women’s rights at the UN climate summit following a row over gay and transgender issues, sources have told …
Added on: 11/22/2024
11/21/2024
In the wake of the U.S. election, crisis lines are surging – an undeniable indication that the most marginalized groups among us are reeling in uncertainty. In …
Added on: 11/22/2024
11/21/2024
CAPE TOWN – The first openly LGBTQ+ candidates to run for office in Namibia say young voters want change even as hate crimes rise …

Explore LGBTQ+ Issues

Other News from ,

Added on: 11/22/2024
The Vatican has blocked discussions over women’s rights at the UN climate summit following a row over gay and transgender issues, sources have told …
Added on: 11/19/2024
On September 24, Thailand celebrated the landmark passage of a marriage equality bill. The legislation, which goes into effect in January 2025, will solidify …
Added on: 11/19/2024
It was the early hours of the morning when a guard entered Sohrab’s cell – a small, dark room with a barred window and …