Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim backed Selangor ruler Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah’s reminder for the people, especially non-Muslims, to respect and not interfere in matters related to Islam.

“However, if there are any concerns and to avoid any confusion, the non-Muslims can write to the National Council of Islamic Religious Affairs (MKI) for the issues to be resolved in a harmonious and civilized manner,” Anwar said in a statement on Facebook today.

The Selangor ruler, who is also the MKI chairperson...