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  • Christians Concerned as Sharia Law Takes Effect
    Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah's image posted on shops in Brunei.
    Photo: World Watch Monitor

    The Sultan of Brunei recently announced a controversial new law based on Islamic criminal punishments. While the nation had previously used Islamic laws to regulate civil affairs, such as personal and family issues, it will now use Sharia law to cover criminal offenses. The new law affects Muslims and non-Muslims alike, and Christians are very concerned with these latest developments.