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“In Brunei Darussalam, the Syariah Courts have already taken steps towards digitalisation through the e-Syariah system, and AI technology has the potential to further strengthen such efforts. The potential of AI technology in strengthening the Syariah judiciary was highlighted by Minister at the Prime Minister’s Office (Security and Law) Dato Seri Setia Awang Haji Sufian… CONTINUE READING

“The Muslim Lawyers’ Association of Nigeria has raised concern over what it described as a decline in the number of justices with specialised knowledge of Islamic personal law available to hear Sharia-related appeals at the Court of Appeal and the Supreme Court.” According to a new report by the Guardian, “When prompted, AI chatbots will… CONTINUE READING

“Malaysia and the Maldives have signed two memoranda of understanding to enhance collaboration in maritime security, training, and Islamic affairs, including halal, waqf, and haj.” For more content and context on Islamic law in Malaysia, consult our Editor-in-Chief Professor Intisar Rabb’s “Legislation and Regulation of Islamic Law in Malaysia” and its appended resource roundup. “Grab… CONTINUE READING

In India, “The Kerala Government’s free-for-women Priyadarshini bus scheme has come under scrutiny over passenger identification and possible misuse… social reformer A.P. Ahmed Master suggested a ban on niqab and burqa on board.” “Malaysia is seeking to elevate its economic partnership with Korea beyond traditional manufacturing and trade by positioning itself as a long-term strategic… CONTINUE READING

In India, “The Kerala Government’s free-for-women Priyadarshini bus scheme has come under scrutiny over passenger identification and possible misuse… social reformer A.P. Ahmed Master suggested a ban on niqab and burqa on board.” “Malaysia is seeking to elevate its economic partnership with Korea beyond traditional manufacturing and trade by positioning itself as a long-term strategic… CONTINUE READING

In India, “The Kerala Government’s free-for-women Priyadarshini bus scheme has come under scrutiny over passenger identification and possible misuse… social reformer A.P. Ahmed Master suggested a ban on niqab and burqa on board.” “Malaysia is seeking to elevate its economic partnership with Korea beyond traditional manufacturing and trade by positioning itself as a long-term strategic… CONTINUE READING

In India, “The Kerala Government’s free-for-women Priyadarshini bus scheme has come under scrutiny over passenger identification and possible misuse… social reformer A.P. Ahmed Master suggested a ban on niqab and burqa on board.” “Malaysia is seeking to elevate its economic partnership with Korea beyond traditional manufacturing and trade by positioning itself as a long-term strategic… CONTINUE READING

In India, “The Kerala Government’s free-for-women Priyadarshini bus scheme has come under scrutiny over passenger identification and possible misuse… social reformer A.P. Ahmed Master suggested a ban on niqab and burqa on board.” “Malaysia is seeking to elevate its economic partnership with Korea beyond traditional manufacturing and trade by positioning itself as a long-term strategic… CONTINUE READING

“Analysts say Mauritania’s use of trained and certified Islamic female spiritual guides are a critical component of the country’s peacekeeping approach. Known as mourchidates, these women are certified by the state and deployed into prisons, schools, youth centers, hospitals and mosques, where they speak with young men and women about faith. Trained in Islamic law,… CONTINUE READING

In India, “the All India Muslim Personal Law Board (AIMPLB) has urged the Supreme Court to dilute or reconsider its proposed rules on the use of artificial intelligence in courts, saying that AI could undermine constitutional rights, harm marginalised communities and reinforce social inequalities.” “Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick is pushing to expand the footprint of… CONTINUE READING