.... Awang said, however, that there should be no concerns that foreign travellers might end up avoiding Brunei after the law is implemented.
“Please listen to our answer. Sir, do all potential tourists to Brunei plan to steal? If they do not, then what do they need to fear,” he said. “Believe me when I say that with our Shariah criminal law, everyone, including tourists, will receive proper protection.”
The implementation of Shariah criminal law is not expected to face vocal opposition in Brunei, which has long been known for conservative policies such as banning the public sale of liquor.
Sultan Hassanal, who has reigned since 1967, is Brunei's head of state with full executive authority. Public criticism of his policies is extremely rare in Brunei.
[A COMMENT] Are they trying to pretend that laws are always dispassionate and fair.... that the judicial process is infallible.. that witnesses never lie... that accusations are never false... that the police always use legitimate methods? Monstrous!
[ANOTHER COMMENT] Oh well, there's another backward country to scratch off my travel destination list. [independent.co.uk] Read more
