KUALA LUMPUR (Feb 12): Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim emphasised that no one has the right to take matters into their own hands outside the framework of the law in issues related to houses of worship. He said that Malaysia is a country founded on the rule of law and that all parties must respect this principle. "This country is a nation that must abide by the law, [it is] a nation of laws. The prime minister reiterated that all parties must comply with the laws and regulations regarding the construction of houses of worship and sensitive issues in the country to ensure harmony and stability are maintained. Referring to issues related to houses of worship built not according to regulations and the proposal to build a pig farm in Selangor, Anwar said these matters need to be handled properly and respectfully by all parties.

Source: The Edge Markets February 11, 2026 17:16 UTC