No Christian proselytisation on Doulos Hope in Labuan, says Jawi
Published on: Thu, Jul 10, 2025
By: FMT Reporters Text Size: The Doulos Hope arrived in Labuan on July 2 as part of a Southeast Asian tour. (Bernama pic) PETALING JAYA: The Islamic religious affairs department (Jawi) has confirmed no Christian proselytisation activities were conducted aboard the Doulos Hope currently docked at Megah Port in Labuan, following public concerns over its book exhibition. Labuan Jawi said its enforcement team had conducted thorough monitoring and inspections throughout the exhibition. 'Based on our observation and findings, no efforts or activities linked to the dissemination of Christian teachings were detected, contrary to what has been alleged on various social media platforms. 'All book exhibition activities proceeded in an orderly manner and adhered strictly to the procedures and regulations set by the authorities,' Bernama quoted the department as saying. The department also urged the public not to speculate or spread misinformation that could cause confusion or unrest. The vessel, known for its international floating book fairs, is hosting a public exhibition on the upper deck of the ship featuring a diverse collection of over 120,000 books across various genres. The event has drawn hundreds of visitors daily since its opening on July 3. The ship is open to visitors daily from 1pm to 9pm, except Mondays, and will remain in Labuan until July 28. The Doulos Hope arrived in Labuan on July 2 as part of a Southeast Asian tour. * Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel and Telegram for breaking news alerts and key updates! * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available.
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