Kuala lumpur: All religious activities and the construction of houses of worship must adhere to regulations set forth by the authorities, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim emphasized. He assured that the government has never hindered or restricted religious activities, but these activities must be aligned with the Federal Constitution.

According to BERNAMA News Agency, during a meeting with the staff of the Home Ministry and the Ihya' Ramadan programme, the Prime Minister stated, "Carry out dakwah (preaching), there is no restriction at all. But follow the rules. That is all we ask. I hope this matter can be resolved properly."

The event was attended by Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail, his deputy Datuk Seri Dr Shamsul Anuar Nasarah, Chief Secretary to the Government Tan Sri Shamsul Azri Abu Bakar, and Treasury secretary-general Datuk Johan Mahmood Merican.

On February 12, the Prime Minister highlighted that no individual has the right to act outside the legal framework concerning issues related to houses of worship.