Scheduled to begin next month at Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre, SIBS 2024 will be held in two series: Series One from July 25 to 27, and Series Two from Oct 16 to 19. This series will offer industry insights, engagement opportunities, and international networking platforms.

Mayor Mohamad Zahri Samingon said this will ensure micro and macro entrepreneurs can operate with greater confidence in the city, create better job opportunities and stimulate the local economy.

"(The issue) can be debated (by scholars) but (better to do it) behind closed doors, so as not to confuse the people," he said in his speech at the Turath Islami Selangor festival here today.

“Kesan berpanjangan sedemikianlah antara cita-cita kami sebagai penganjur,” katanya ketika merasmikan Muzakarah Ulama-Umara sempena Festival Turath Islami Selangor di sini hari ini.

Beliau berkata demikian ketika berucap merasmikan Program Muzakarah Ulama Umara sempena Festival Turath Islami Selangor 2023 di sebuah hotel di Shah Alam di sini pada Khamis.