Malaysia Madani International Symposium 2024

Malaysia Madani International Symposium 2024 : Islam & Moderation

"Envisioning Moderat Muslims for the Next 100 Years"

3rd - 4th July 2024, World Trade Centre (WTC) Kuala Lumpur

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