Malaysia’s well-established experience in Islamic banking and its flourishing halal economy are perfectly positioned to complement Russia’s growing interest in these sectors.
Prime Minister of Malaysia Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, who is in Vladivostok, gave this assurance to Rushan Hazrat Abbyasov, who is the Deputy Mufti and the First Deputy Chairman of the Russia Muftis Council and Religious Board of Muslims.
He stated that these are among the topics that were covered during the meeting.
At the moment, Anwar is in Russia to attend the 9th Eastern Economic Forum (EEF), and he is expected to deliver a speech during the plenary session of the EEF.
During the discussion with Abbyasov, other topics that were discussed were issues with training and capacity building, as well as the exchange of expertise and cooperation with a variety of institutions in Malaysia.
These institutions included the International Islamic University, the Islamic Art Museum, Bank Negara Malaysia, and others.
“Our shared values and mutual respect can lay the groundwork for a partnership that will benefit not only our Muslim communities but our nations as a whole,” he said on Facebook, according to Bernama.
“This partnership will benefit ourselves as well as our Muslim communities.”
Minister of Foreign Affairs Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan and Jamal Sirenevich Garifullin, the Plenipotentiary Representative of the Spiritual Administration of Muslims in Russia’s Far Eastern Federal District, were also present at the meeting.
During the conference, Anwar reaffirmed the need to instil moral and ethical upbringing in society and the importance of instilling family values. This is especially important when nations improve in terms of material progress.
“The importance of the teaching of inclusiveness and peace was not one that I overlooked. In the same line, I emphasised the importance of our fundamental ideology of nationhood, which is known as Malaysia Madani, as the foundation for the achievement of such objectives.
“Russia is home to more than 25 million Muslims, which is even larger than Malaysia’s Muslim population,” the Prime Minister remarked.
He added the meeting was also a striking reminder of the profound links that exist between Muslim communities despite the vast distances that separate the two countries.
Because of this, there is potential to develop even closer ties.
“This meeting is critical, and its significance cannot be overstated. I am energised by the opportunities that are yet to come, and I am looking forward to cultivating this connection as we investigate the numerous ways in which Malaysia and Russia may collaborate for the welfare of the Ummah,” Anwar added.
Abbyasov referred to Malaysia as a highly developed Muslim nation, saying that there is a great deal to learn from Malaysia.
During the discussion, he emphasised President Vladimir Putin’s strong support for Muslims in Russia, underlining the President’s love for the faith and the Holy Quran.
Throughout the meeting, Abbyasov expressed his deep admiration and fondness for Malaysia, reflecting the warmth and respect in the relationship between the two nations.
A shared commitment to solving global issues that are hurting the Muslim community was reflected in the fact that both leaders reiterated their solidarity with the Palestinian cause. – 
@Halal
