NECF Statement
13 October 2011
NECF MEDIA STATEMENT
ENSURE JAIS RESPECTS CITIZENS RIGHTS
The National Evangelical Christian Fellowship (NECF) notes the statement of the Sultan of Selangor DYMM Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah that he is satisfied with the actions of JAIS in relation to the search carried out at the Dream Centre Complex but that there would be no prosecution because of "insufficient" proof.
We also note the statement by the MB of Selangor Tan Sri Abdul Khalid Ibrahim that a task force will be set up to ensure that JAIS' standard operating procedures (SOP) will be improved.
We hope that the improvement of the SOP is with a view to ensuring that JAIS will not exceed or abuse the powers granted to it by state law but will respect the rights of all persons as guaranteed by the Federal Constitution, and recognise that non-Muslims are not subject to the jurisdiction of the Syariah Enactments.
The sanctity of all religious places of worship as sacred ground should be respected and there should not be any entry into places of worship without observing due process of law and proper regard to jurisdictional issues.
We continue to pray for the welfare and wellbeing of our leaders and all citizens and in particular for the progress and advancement of the state of Selangor. Our desire as Christians is that we may together work for the betterment of all citizens living in peace and harmony with each other.
Samuel Ang
Secretary-General
NECF
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