New Zealand to host Premier’s first official RISEAP visit
KUCHING: Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg will make his first official visit as president of the Regional Islamic Da’wah Council of Southeast Asia and the Pacific (RISEAP) to New Zealand from Sunday. This will be the Premier’s first official visit to a member country since his election as president of RISEAP […]
Communal harmony among various communities Sarawak’s key to success
KUCHING: The key to Sarawak’s progress throughout the years has always been communal harmony among the various communities, says Datuk Dr Abdul Rahman Junaidi. The Sarawak Deputy Minister for Utility and Telecommunication pointed out that Sarawak was fortunate to have leaders who have always prioritised racial and religious harmony among the many races. “Sarawak builds […]
Use modern tools to preach, Muslims told
KUCHING: Social media platforms are important tools for ‘dakwah’ (teaching of Islam), especially to young Muslims. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said such tools must be embraced to reach out to the new generation. “In this world of technology, physical distance is no longer a barrier to instant connectivity. This is […]
20 countries to join RISEAP early next year
KUCHING: A total of 20 countries will make their appearance at the Regional Islamic Da’wah Council of Southeast Asia and the Pacific (RISEAP), which runs from Jan 1 to 5. Around 400 people are expected to attend the event, which will be attended by participants from many countries, including Japan, Macau, Vietnam, Cambodia, Thailand, Myanmar, […]
More than just an expression
RUKUN NEGARA KUCHING: The Rukun Negara is not just an expression, but also an important aspect that should be practised in daily life. This was the view expressed by Majlis Dakwah Islamiah Asia Tenggara dan Pasifik (Riseap) secretary general Datuk Mohamad Marzuki Mohamad Omar when asked about the Rukun Negara which reaches the age of […]
