We have been discussing the hijab issue over the last few weeks. Today my Malay PAP MP colleagues and I met PM. We had a good discussion. We’re glad for PM’s understanding that this issue is important to many Muslims. PM stressed that his aim was to create an environment where Muslims and other faiths can practise their religions freely and peacefully. But he also explained why we must manage and balance the diverse needs of our multi-racial and multi-religious society. Hence the need for accommodation and compromise by all parties. We agreed that we must all continually work towards better mutual understanding of these diverse needs. Constructive dialogue is the best way forward. This is the Singapore way, and has served everyone well over the years. As I mentioned before, it will take time, but we will find practical solutions if we continue to engage with goodwill.
Posted on: Tue, 05 Nov 2013 11:33:10 +0000
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