Debate over Islamic state

From: New Straits Times | Date: December 30, 2001| Author: Shamsul Akmar | Copyright information


New Straits Times

12-30-2001

Debate over Islamic state
Byline: Shamsul Akmar
Edition: New Sunday Times; 2*
Section: Opinion
Memo: (STF) - The year ends in a rush. Abroad, it was the Sept 11 tragedy and pulverisation of Afghanistan. Back home, Malay Muslims are still fighting an old battle - the one-upmanship for Islamic credentials. And it will continue into next year and the year after, writes SHAMSUL AKMAR.

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