Malaysia's PM in Russia discusses Zakir Naik's extradition with Modi

Moscow, Ta. 5 September 2019, Thursday

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi discussed the extradition of the controversial Maulvi Zakir Naik with the Prime Minister of Malaysia in Vladivostok, Russia. Zakir Naik is a fugitive from India and has sought political asylum in Malaysia.

However, he was recently reprimanded by the Malaysian government for improperly criticizing Hindus in Malaysia and banning any form of public speaking. At one point there was talk that Malaysia would cancel Malaysia's citizenship given to her. However, over time Zakir Naik apologized to the Malaysian government. However, it is forbidden to speak in public.