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Malaysia's Maal Hijrah 1448H celebrations nationwide reinforced themes of spiritual renewal and stronger leadership. Senior government officials attended ceremonies honouring individuals who exemplify Islamic values and community service.
Religious Affairs Minister Dr Zulkifli Hasan has urged Malaysian Muslims to overcome internal disputes and strengthen community unity to better navigate global economic challenges and uphold Islamic values.
Malaysia's Religious Affairs Minister has called on young people to adopt the principles of Hijrah, drawing lessons from Prophet Muhammad's migration, as a framework for driving positive social change and nation-building.
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International Islamic University Malaysia's rector, Prof Emeritus Datuk Dr Osman Bakar, has been named the National Tokoh Maal Hijrah for 2026, recognising his contributions to Islamic scholarship and community leadership.
Deputy Yang di-Pertuan Agong Sultan Nazrin Shah has cautioned national leaders against making hasty, emotion-driven decisions, urging them instead to prioritize careful deliberation and long-term national interests over short-term gains.
Putra Mosque in Putrajaya will welcome approximately 5,000 local and international attendees for the National Maal Hijrah 1448H/2026M celebration, with Sultan Nazrin Shah officiating the event and presenting major Islamic awards.
Malaysian Deputy Prime Ministers and Cabinet ministers have called on citizens to embrace the spirit of Hijrah during Awal Muharram 1448H, emphasizing personal transformation, national unity and addressing contemporary economic challenges through the principles of sacrifice and determination.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has stressed that meaningful reform rooted in Hijrah's principles demands unity and consensus across Malaysia's diverse communities, rather than individual or partisan efforts.
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Selangor's Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah has urged Muslims to prioritise unity and resolve differences through private dialogue rather than public disputes during the Maal Hijrah 1448H observance.