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时事回应 CURRENTAFFAIRS

3. Time restrictions for events without Muslim participation

While fully respecting Islamic prayer times, YBAM notes that even in cases where
Muslim students are not involved, restricting non-Muslim cultural night activities from
being held before night prayers or on Thursdays during Ramadan and major Islamic
religious festivals, may impose unnecessary constraints on campus cultural activities.
YBAM suggests that UTM consider adopting more flexible arrangements.
4. Female-only audience requirements for female performers

Gender diversity is widely recognised as one of the key foundations for sustainable
development. Restricting female performances to female-only audiences may
unintentionally undermine cross-gender and intercultural understanding and
inclusivity. Provided that performances do not involve immoral or pornographic
elements, such restrictions may be unnecessary.

YBAM calls upon UTM to engage in constructive dialogue with student bodies and
cultural organisations, including multi-religious groups, to revise a more balanced and
inclusive Cultural and Arts Regulations. YBAM also looks forward to UTM continuing to
uphold its spirit of engagement with diverse communities in promoting harmony,
inclusivity, and national unity.

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