Malaysia reaffirms fight against Islamophobia, online hate

Malaysia has reaffirmed its commitment to combating Islamophobia, religious discrimination, and hate speech at a high-level meeting of the Group of Friends of the United Nations Alliance of Civilisations (UNAOC). Foreign Minister Mohamad Hasan emphasized the need to address the rising intolerance, xenophobia, and religious discrimination globally, including Islamophobia.

He welcomed the appointment of the UN special envoy to combat Islamophobia, aligning with Malaysia's own appointment of a special representative in this area. The minister warned about the growing role of digital platforms in spreading hate speech, calling on tech companies, civil society, and member states to foster a responsible digital ecosystem that promotes constructive dialogue rather than division and alienation.

Malaysia has participated in the Global Conference on Promoting Interreligious and Intercultural Dialogue and Tolerance in Countering Hate Speech and is ready to work with the UNAOC and other members of the Group of Friends to bridge divides and protect diversity as a source of shared strength.

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