Islamic state debate needs to be settled urgently, says Karpal

PAS and DAP have long been in disagreement over Islamic state issue, with DAP is against the idea of transforming Malaysia into an Islamic state.

PAS has, however, in recent times expressed a renewed push for the concept; implementing it in stages should PR win federal power. The issue shows us that the cooperation between PAS and DAP is on a level of marriage of convenience.

DAP national chairman Karpal Singh said that Pakatan Rakyat’s (PR) dilemma over the Islamic state issue needed to be settled immediately.

The veteran politician said that he was concerned that Barisan Nasional would use the issue to try and sow discord among PR leaders.

“The issue of the Islamic state. This needs to be settled urgently.DAP will defend the constitution, and recognises Islam as the official religion.

“But the issue of the Islamic state ... can be discussed among us, and I am certain we can reach a consensus,” said Karpal.