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Anwar: Complete separation of state from religion 'unacceptable'

Religion is embedded into the Federal Constitution so it is “unacceptable” for Malaysia to adopt “laïcité” (state) secularism which completely dissociates the state from religion, said Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim.

However, he said, this does not mean Malaysia is a theocratic state where Islamic laws are applied across the board, including to non-Muslims.

“If it is laïcité secularism, which completely cuts off religion, it is of course not acceptable, not only... 


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