At the Pergas Gema Kesyukuran event on March 3, 2024, Senior Minister Teo Chee Hean commended the contributions of asatizah and the Muslim community towards Singapore’s harmony and stability, and honored Ustaz Hasbi for his dedication.
Senior Minister and Coordinating Minister for National Security, Teo Chee Hean, delivered a speech at the Pergas Gema Kesyukuran event held on March 3, 2024, recognizing the vital role played by asatizah in fostering community values and inter-religious harmony within Singapore’s multi-ethnic and multi-religious landscape. Addressing a distinguished audience, including Ustaz Muhammad Tarmizi Abdul Wahid, President of Pergas, members of the Pergas High Council and Council of Elders, community leaders, and fellow parliamentary colleagues, Minister Teo highlighted the contributions of the asatizah towards the development and guidance of the Muslim community in Singapore.
The event, which also served as a platform to honor Ustaz Hasbi for his significant contributions to Islamic education and the asatizah community, underscored the importance of unity and mutual understanding across different faiths, particularly in the face of global conflicts. Minister Teo praised Ustaz Hasbi’s leadership in Pergas and his efforts in establishing the Institut Pengajian Islam Pergas, as well as his role in founding the Religious Rehabilitation Group (RRG), which has been instrumental in combating extremist influences.
In his speech, Minister Teo reiterated Singapore’s commitment to religious diversity, peace, and harmony, emphasizing the collective responsibility of all communities to maintain the nation’s social fabric. He also mentioned receiving a letter from Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong, addressed to Ustaz Hasbi, acknowledging his long-standing service to the nation and the Muslim community.
The Minister’s remarks not only celebrated the achievements of individual leaders like Ustaz Hasbi but also recognized the ongoing efforts of the asatizah community in navigating contemporary challenges and maintaining religious guidance relevant to Singapore’s unique societal context. The speech concluded with an affirmation of the government’s support for the professional development of asatizah and the Muslim community’s contributions to Singapore’s progress and stability.
Source – PMO
