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Sunday, February 19, 2017

Hadi: Act 355 critics are 'mosquitoes', ignoramuses



The first major rally of 2017 kicks off today, in support of amendments to the Syariah Courts (Criminal Jurisdiction) Act (Act 355) tabled by PAS president Abdul Hadi Awang.
It takes place at Padang Merbok, Kuala Lumpur from 2pm to 11pm and will be a marathon of speeches, capped with Abdul Hadi's address at 10.30pm.
Meanwhile, a group called Bebas is holding a counter-rally at 3pm at Tasik Taman Jaya, Petaling Jaya, to reject the bill.
Malaysiakini reports to you live from the ground

11.20pm: Padang Merbok - After PAS president Abdul Hadi Awang's finishes his speech, rally participants slowly disperses.
The emcee reminds participants to pick up rubbish along the way.
This concludes Malaysiakini's LIVE report of the two rallies. Dispatches and photographs were filed by Shakira BuangZulaikha ZulkifliZikri KamarulzamanGeraldine TongSyukri Ariffin and Nazir Sufari.
11.10pm: Dang Wangi - Police maintains an estimate of 20,000 participants, according to Dang Wangi district police chief Mohd Sukri Kaman. 
He adds that 2,000 police personnel were part of security detail and that there were no arrests thus far.
11.00pm: Padang Merbok - PAS president Abdul Hadi Awang describes critics of the proposed amendments to the Syariah Courts (Criminal Jurisdiction) Act 1965 as "mosquitoes" and "fleas".
He says that since the 1970s, experts from the west have recognised the position of the Syariah.
"In the early 1970s, western intellects, along with the Vatican, and Muslims in Mecca held a meeting on jurisprudence.
"The western representatives had recognised the Syariah. Those who opposed (the law) are merely mosquitoes and fleas," he says.
He urges those who reject the amendments to study the archaic laws in this country.
"Instead of trying to prevent efforts from strenghtening the Syariah Court, it is better to discuss archaic laws that still uses the noose.
"This should be done instead of questioning Islamic laws with their kejahilan (ignorance) of knowledge," says the Marang MP.
10.30pm: Padang Merbok - PAS spiritual leader Hashim Jasin urges critics of attempts to amend the Syariah Courts (Criminal Jurisdiction) Act 1965 to give the new law a chance.
He says that man must be confident with what has been willed by God for the benefit for mankind.
The describes the proposed amendments as a "medicine" for mankind.
"God has instructed us: If this is wrong, do this (as a remedy). If that is wrong, do that.
"Give it a chance and look at the results. If it is positive, we'll let it continue. We are confident that what has been asked of us is for the good of mankind.
"We want those who are 'sick' to be given the proper medication," he says.
Crowd numbers holding
10.45pm: Padang Merbok - It's getting late but crowd numbers are still holding while they wait for PAS president Abdul Hadi Awang to take the stage. Malaysiakini estimates that about 55,000 people are within the vicinity.
Organisers believe that the number is closer to 300,000 while the police, as of 9pm, estimate a crowd size of 20,000.
Abdul Hadi arrives
10pm: Padang Merbok - PAS president Abdul Hadi Awang, the main speaker of the night, arrives on scene.
Clad in grey robes and a purple vest, he makes his way to the stage while waving at supporters.
The crowd shouts "takbir" to welcome him.
Also present is local actor Mustafa Kamal, whose real name is Mustapha Kamal Mohd Daud.
The Kota Baru-born actor had acted in films such as "Love Supermoon", "Girlfriend Kontrak" and "Dendam Orang Mati".
He greets PAS leaders on stage and sits beside them.
Message for Guan Eng at Act 355 rally
9.35pm: Padang Merbok - Pertubuhan-pertubuhan Pembela Islam (Pembela) chairperson Aminudin Yahaya takes the stage with a reminder for Penang Chief Minister Lim Guan Eng.
"I want to remind the the Penang chief minister, don't obstruct (amendments to) this Act, it has nothing to do with you.
"Don't be arrogant. This Act is for Muslims. We have said repeatedly that this will not affect non-Muslims," he says.
Lim is also the DAP secretary-general.
Aminudin also warned that any MPs who do not support amendments to Act 355 when Parliament convenes in March will be punished in the general election.
"We want to send a message to MPs, be they Malays or non-Malays... Any MPs who reject this motion (to amend Act 355) will be defeated, agree?" he says as the crowd responded "Agree".
Emcee claims 300k turnout
9.15pm: Padang Merbok - The emcee, Akram Ikram, a participant of reality show Pencetus Ummah, claims the crowd numbers at 300,000 people.
Meanwhile, Dang Wangi district police chief Mohd Sukri Kaman estimated the crowd as of 9pm to still be at around 20,000 people.
Malaysiakini estimates a crowd of around 50,000 people.
The crowd is presently gathered on Padang Merbok and surrounding areas for a marathon ceramah that is expected to go on until 11pm.
'Previous amendments went without a hitch'
8.30pm: Padang Merbok - Jamil Khir Baharom addresses the crowd and explains that the last amendment of the Syariah Courts (Criminal Jurisdiction) Act 1965 was in 1984.
At the time, there were no objections but now it is becoming a complicated matter because there is too many objections, he says.
"If there was no problems in 1984, everyone accepted it, why is it that in 2016 and 2017, we have to hold such a rally?
"Why is it so complicated? We are not denying the rights of others. Are Muslims denying the rights of others? Why are some feeling uneasy when we empower the Syariah Courts?" asked Jamil Khir.
Despite the rain, rally participants are listening attentively and are waiting for the VIP of the night - PAS president Abdul Hadi Awang.
Sky opens up
7.35pm: Jalan Parlimen - The light drizzle has led to a heavy downpour during Mahgrib prayers. 
After prayers, many rally participants rush for shelter which is short in supply within the vicinity. 
Many are seen using placards and banners to cover themselves while rally leaders continue delivering their speeches.
Cabinet minister joins rally
7.30pm: Padang Merbok - Minister in the Prime Minister's Department Jamil Khir Baharom and Deputy Minister in the Prime Minister's Department Asyraf Wajdi Dusuki arrives.
Both of them are clad in purple, the theme colour of the Act 355 rally.
They make their way to the canopy at Padang Merbok as it begins to drizzle outside.
Yesterday, MCA secretary-general Ong Ka Chuan, who is also International Trade Minister II, insisted that any ministers attending the rally is not endorsed by BN or the government.
Amanah gets ticking off
6.50pm: Jalan Parlimen - A sign telling Amanah not to ally itself with the enemies of Islam is put on display on with a banner that says that the people of Bukit Tumbuh support amendment to Act 355.
Sign owner Fadil Rahman says he believes Amanah will never support the amendments as long as they maintain ties with DAP.
"They've sold their principles. Muslims would never do that.
"They've used this bill to attack PAS for their own political gain," Fadil tells Malaysiakini.-Mkini

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