Singapore Malays: Being Ethnic Minority and Muslim in a Global City-State

by Hussin Mutalib

The Malay population makes up Singapore's three largest ethnic groups. This book presents holistic and extensive analysis of the 'Malay Muslim story' in Singapore. Comprehensively and convincingly argued, the author examines their challenging circumstances in the fields of politics, education, social mobility, economy, leadership, and freedom of religious expression. The book makes a significant contribution to the understanding of Muslims in Singapore, and the politics of a Malay-Muslim minority in a global city-state. It is of interest to researchers and students in the field of Singaporean studies, Southeast Asian Studies and Islam in Asia.

224 pages, Hardcover

First published July 1, 2012

Reviews

[Chui Qing]

A heavy (content-wise) book (probably more like academic text) that’s a bit outdated but did more than enough to enlighten me about some issues the Malays in Singapore face

[Hafizuddin · Rating 4 out of 5]

Review politik Melayu di Singapura secara akademik. Satu sudut pandang yang bernilai untuk memahami rentak politik Republik Singapura secara mendalam.