G25 voices concern over rally on ‘illegal’ houses of worship, urges restraint and safeguards


PETALING JAYA: G25 Malaysia has expressed grave concern over a planned rally over claims of “illegal” houses of worship, warning that oversimplifying the issue could inflame racial and religious tensions.

In a statement on Saturday (Feb 7), the group of eminent Malays said the rally, scheduled for Saturday night, appears likely to proceed despite calls by the government and authorities for it to be cancelled.

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