Islam and Freedom of Religion In Malaysia

A November 16 report from Foreign Policy In Focus, Islam, the State and Freedom of Religion In Malaysia, analyzes the success of Malaysia in promoting progressive Islam. It has successfully achieved economic growth while identifying itself with modern and liberal forms of religious expression. The government is promoting "Islam Hadhari", an approach that views Islam as evolving. The report analyzes the attacks on the present system and the issues of freedom of religion currently being faced by civil courts in Malaysia.