Malaysia, long praised as a “moderate” Muslim nation compatible with Western values, has just taken another step into hardline authoritarianism. In Terengganu state, governed by the Pan-Malaysian Islamic Party (PAS), men can now face up to two years in prison—or fines of 3,000 ringgit (US$710)—if they fail to attend Friday prayers without an approved excuse. […]
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