Kuala lumpur: The Department of Islamic Development Malaysia (JAKIM) said the authorities are closely monitoring the Glamping with Pride programme and will not compromise on any effort or approach to normalise unnatural sexual practices. Its director-general Datuk Dr Sirajuddin Suhaimee stated that such practices clearly contravene religious principles and teachings, and are also contrary to moral values, civilisation, and the country’s legal framework.

According to BERNAMA News Agency, such acts are offences under existing laws, including Section 25 of the Syariah Criminal Offences (Federal Territories) Act 1997, as well as Sections 377A, 377B, 377C, and 377D of the Penal Code. Sirajuddin emphasized that the matter is under close monitoring by JAKIM together with the Selangor Islamic Religious Department and the Royal Malaysia Police. The authorities are taking this issue seriously and will not compromise on any organisation or implementation of programmes found to be contrary to Islamic teachings, legal provisions, and public order. Firm action will be taken in accordance with the laws currently in force, he noted in a statement today.

Sirajuddin further highlighted that JAKIM will continue its information, education, and preventive initiatives aimed at the community, particularly Muslims, to prevent them from being influenced into accepting deviant practices as a lifestyle. He advised all parties to comply with the law and to refer any related issues to the Islamic religious authorities for further action.