Islam, Justice & Good Governance

The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) said, “One day of justice by a just ruler (or leader) is better than the continual worship of sixty years.” The Prophet also declared that “the man most beloved and closest to God is the just leader, and the man who is most hateful and contemptible in the…

Society 5.0?

The recently held “Kuala Lumpur Summit 2019” last month was an international platform for Muslim leaders, thinkers, intellectuals and scholars to discuss and exchange ideas about issues revolving around Muslims based on the seven pillars namely development and sovereignty; integrity and good governance; culture and identity; justice and freedom. The Summit had also witnessed 18 successful exchanges of instruments in various fields including advanced hi-technology; …

CIVIC ENGAGEMENT & GOOD GOVERNANCE

Governance refers to the exercise of economic, political, social or administrative powers to manage public affairs. All levels are involved, including corporations, federal and state governments, local governance and other entities. It comprises the mechanisms, processes, proper procedures and management tools. It covers social institutions through which citizens and groups articulate their legitimate interests and…

The digitalized barter trade system

The idea initiated in the Perdana Dialogue to introduce barter trading among Muslim countries is very much welcomed. The unprecedented back to basic step is no other than to eliminate trade risk from its source and lubricate the economic activities. However, the proposed barter trade system should observe shariah-compliant principles and the technological advancement of the digital world in the trade ledger settlement. …

Lessons for the modern Muslim world from the Ottoman experience

In his royal address at the opening ceremony of the recent KL Summit, the King of Malaysia, Yang di-Pertuan Agong Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri’ayatuddin Al Mustafa Billah Shah, wisely remarked, “We are blessed to have such a rich past that can guide us in the present,” with the Ottoman period cited as an example by His Majesty.Indeed, the Ottoman State (“Devlet-i Aliye-i Osmaniye”) is a continuation of the civilisation of Islam, …