Those who harassed Kluang MP Liew Chin Tong and his entourage at a Ramadan bazaar yesterday was acting in an un-Islamic fashion, said Parti Pribumi Bersatu Malaysia (Bersatu) president Muhyiddin Yassin.

Expressing disappointment over the matter, Muhyiddin said although Liew was not a Muslim, he should not have been prevented from distributing dates to the public, neither should he be subjected to verbal abuse.

"Since he is a member of Parliament, it is his duty to approach the community in his constituency regardless of race and religion.

"In fact, a Muslim should present the true face of Islam. Islam never taught its followers to use violence.

"Islam requires its followers to be courteous and compassionate, be it to anyone," said Muhyiddin in a statement today, while citing Islamic scriptures.

In a multicultural and multireligious country, Muhyiddin said it was important to practice mutual respect.