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Presenter: Dr. Anwar Ibrahim

Lecture on "Muslim Democrat-the Case of Malaysia-"
Presenter: Dr. Anwar Ibrahim
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Lecture Information
Dr. Anwar Ibrahim, Leader of People and Justice Party (Former Deputy Prime Minister of Malaysia from 1993 to 1998 and Finance Minister from 1991 to 1998) of Malaysia visited Japan in February 2014. The Sasakawa Middle East and Islam Fund organized a lecture during his short stay in Tokyo in order to have candid discussion on the political situation in Malaysia with Japanese experts from various walks of life.

Dr Anwar Ibrahim, as the Leader of the Opposition, is among the most popular politicians in the present-day Malaysia, advocating political reform that aims to eradicate corruption from within the Malaysian polity. His political stance on Islamic Justice has been highly regarded not only among the Malaysian population but also the moderate Muslims across south-east Asia.

Dr. Anwar is also a well-known advocate of “Asian Renaissance”, as well as an activist for promoting global values that include universal human rights.
Date & Time:
14:00-16:00, Thursday, 27 February, 2014
Venue:
“Kensington Terrace”, 12th Fl., South Wing, Hotel Okura
Contact:
The Sasakawa Middle East Islam Fund
Tel: 03-6229-5459 Fax: 03-6229-5473
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