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Minister-in-charge of Muslim Affairs

The Minister-in-charge of Muslim Affairs is a special appointment in the Cabinet of Singapore that oversees policies and issues related to the Muslim community in Singapore. Established in 1977, all officeholders has been a part of said community and the minister also oversees the Administration of Muslim Law Act. The incumbent minister is Muhammad Faishal Ibrahim of the People's Action Party (PAP).

Responsibilities

The Minister-in-charge of Muslim Affairs recommends members to be appointed onto Majlis Ugama Islam Singapura's (MUIS) executive council. Under the Administration of Muslim Law Act, the Minister also ensures that laws which are relevant to Muslims in Singapore are applied properly. The Minister can also propose or support new amendments impacting Muslim-related areas such as laws regarding religious schools or mosques.

List of officeholders

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