Recognition as authentic Islamic nation enables Malaysia to enjoy numerous privileges - PM Najib
Najib quoted the recognition from King Salman Abdulaziz Al-Saud who increased the haj quota for Malaysians and positive response to Malaysia's request to build two haj complexes in Makkah and Madinah.
Sat Jun 03 2017
Increase collaboration with non-Islamic countries to tackle Islamophobia - Zahid
Malaysia today called on Islamic nations to be proactive in tackling the problem of Islamophobia faced by the world currently.
Thu Oct 22 2015
PM hails 'wasatiyyah' approach for Malaysia's rise as modern, progressive Islamic nation
PM Datuk Seri Najib Razak attributed Malaysia's rise as a modern and progressive Islamic nation to theuse of the 'Wasatiyyah' (moderation and balance).
Sat Oct 25 2014
Islamicity Index: Malaysia leads other Islamic nations at 33
Not a single majority Muslim country made the top 25 and no Arab country is in the top 50 according to an Islamicity Index conducted by two scholars from George Washington University.
Wed Jun 11 2014
Najib given red carpet reception in Bangladesh
Najib's presence is very meaningful to Bangladesh because Malaysia was among the earliest to recognise its independence and the first Islamic nation to do so in 1971.
Mon Nov 18 2013
Muslim world celebrates Hari Raya today
Most Islamic nations and Arab, including Malaysia, celebrate the Hari Raya Aidilfitri today.
Thu Aug 08 2013
Glory of Islamic nation can be lost due to leadership's negligence
The glory of an Islamic nation could eventually disappear if its leaders forget and neglect the fundamental values - Raja Nazrin.
Thu May 23 2013