"Marriage Crisis: Over 50% of Malaysians Crossing Malaysia-Thailand Border to Get Married are Men with 'Datuk' Titles"
A new report released by the Narathiwat Islamic Religious Council reveals that over 50% of Malaysians crossing the Malaysia-Thailand border to get married are men with 'Datuk' titles, raising concerns about marriage and family values in Malaysia as well as potential exploitation and abuse due to lack of legal protection for either party involved.
Dec. 30, 2022 6:45AM
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A shocking report released by the Narathiwat Islamic Religious Council has revealed that over 50% of Malaysians crossing the Malaysia-Thailand border to get married in Narathiwat are men with 'Datuk' titles. The council states that this is because these men could not get permission from their first wives. The report has caused a stir among Malaysian citizens, as it brings into question the state of marriage and family values in the country. Many have expressed their concern at how easily these men can access a second wife without having to go through proper legal channels or receive approval from their first wives. This is especially worrying for women's rights activists, who fear that this trend will lead to more cases of polygamy and domestic abuse in Malaysia. The report also highlights an even more alarming issue – that many of these marriages are conducted without any legal documentation or protection for either party involved. This means that there is no way for either partner to seek redress if things go wrong during the marriage, leaving them vulnerable to exploitation and abuse. The situation has been further complicated by reports that some of these marriages involve underage girls being married off against their will, leading to questions about whether or not authorities are doing enough to protect children from such practices. While some have argued that allowing people with 'Datuk' titles access to a second wife is beneficial as it allows them greater freedom and flexibility in managing their family affairs, others have pointed out that this practice undermines the institution of marriage and sets a dangerous precedent for other couples looking to tie the knot in Malaysia.