Friday, 8. December 2006

Malaysian state backs down on 'sexy' outfit ban


Malaysia's Kelantan state has backed down on a threat to fine non-Muslim women for wearing skimpy outfits, but warned it could crack down if they continued to dress "indecently" by Islamic standards.

The fundamentalist Islamic party that governs the state triggered a furore with plans for 500-ringgit (140-dollar) fines for women working in shops and restaurants who wear revealing clothes such as mini-skirts and see-through blouses.

Malaysian state backs down on 'sexy' outfit ban

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