18.05.2011 - Fresh debate over Shariah law in Australia
The Australian Federation of Islamic Councils wants Muslims to be able to marry, divorce and conduct financial transactions under the principles of sharia law. The federation has asked for the change in a submission to the Federal Parliament's Committee on Multicultural Affairs. It argues that all Australians would benefit if Islamic laws in matters ranging from finance to halal meat were adopted as mainstream legislation..............................................Full Article: Source
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