The Malaysian branch of the Muslim Council of Elders organized various activities to celebrate the International Day of Human Fraternity on February 4th, coinciding with the fifth anniversary of the signing of the Document on Human Fraternity by His Eminence Dr. Ahmed Al-Tayeb, the Grand Imam of Al-Azhar and Chairman of the Muslim Council of Elders, and His Holiness Pope Francis, Pontiff of the Catholic Church, in Abu Dhabi in 2019.

His Excellency Datuk Dr. Zulkifli bin Mohamad Al-Bakri, a member of the Muslim Council of Elders and the Senate in Malaysia, and former Minister of Islamic Affairs, welcomed a delegation to the office of the Muslim Council of Elders in Malaysia which included Reverend Julian Leow Beng Kim, the Archbishop of Kuala Lumpur, Reverend Dr. Clarence Devadass, Reverend George Harrison, and Mr. Victor Soosai from the Archdiocese of Kuala Lumpur, along with representatives from the Catholic Church in the Nilai and Seremban regions. The discussion focused on enhancing peaceful coexistence in Malaysia, a nation known for its religious and ethnic diversity, as a leading model of harmony and coexistence as an Islamic state hosting various religions and ethnicities.

During the meeting, Datuk Dr. Zulkifli emphasized the importance of appreciating and respecting the concept of diversity and pluralism, whether in religious beliefs or ethnic backgrounds. He pointed out that this concept is clearly manifested in Islamic teachings, which advocate justice, tolerance, mutual respect, and acceptance of others.

Archbishop Julian Leow Beng Kim expressed his delight at expanding cooperation with the Malaysian branch of the Muslim Council of Elders and implementing various initiatives and activities. He emphasized the importance of the role of religious leaders and symbols in addressing various global challenges.

The council, in collaboration with representatives from Christian and Buddhist faiths, organized a special event on Batu Ferringhi Beach in Penang under the theme 'Messages of Hope and Peace,' which included a beach cleanup, emphasizing that environmental preservation is an integral part of the values of human fraternity, which call for preserving the Earth and its natural resources as our shared home.

A group of youth from the Wesley Methodist Church in Seremban, and representatives from the Buddhist Maha Vihara Society of Malaysia as well as members of the Malaysian Islamic Youth Force also participated in the 'Harmonious Collaboration 2024' program. Participants acknowledged commonalities among religions and different cultures, such as the pursuit of peace, environmental awareness, the importance of education, aligning closely with the principles of the Document on Human Fraternity.

The participants in the events organized by the Malaysian branch of the council expressed deep appreciation for the efforts made by His Eminence Dr. Ahmed Al-Tayeb, the Grand Imam of Al-Azhar and Chairman of the Muslim Council of Elders, and His Holiness Pope Francis, Pontiff of the Catholic Church. They acknowledged the council's endeavors in promoting a culture of tolerance, peaceful coexistence, and global peace, as well as organizing initiatives and activities contributing to fostering a spirit of fraternity, understanding, and harmony among religions.