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Fourth, the role of government and religious institutions must be clearly
defined to prevent overreach. Religious authorities like JAKIM must operate within
constitutional boundaries and be held accountable for failures to act against abuse. At Opinion Articles
the same time, efforts like the Malaysian Action Plan on Preventing and Countering
Violent Extremism (MyPCVE) should be implemented with transparency and avoid
mislabeling dissenting religious views as extremism.

Conclusion

Malaysia’s FORB remains at a critical juncture. While the judiciary has made
commendable efforts to uphold constitutional rights, legislative expansions of religious
authority and increasing societal intolerance threaten to reverse progress. For non-
Muslim communities, 2024 has been marked by exclusionary policies, moral policing,
and targeted intimidation. Yet, through legal reform, interfaith engagement, and public
advocacy, there remains a path toward a more inclusive and respectful society.
Ultimately, preserving FoRB in Malaysia requires more than legal safeguards—it
demands a cultural shift that embraces diversity, fosters mutual respect, and prioritises
the dignity and rights of every citizen, regardless of faith.

参考Reference:
Eow SY. (2025). Freedom of religion or belief. In SUARAM Malaysia Human Rights Report 2024
(pp. 93–106). https://www.suaram.net/human-rights-reports?pgid=kvex92wb-37464471-6264-
47cd-b141-3a3d00862cb6SUARAM.

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