KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 6 — AirAsia’s decision to allow female cabin crew the option to wear the hijab while on duty across all flight routes starting next year is a progressive and highly commendable move, said Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Religious Affairs) Datuk Dr Mohd Na’im Mokhtar.

In a statement posted on Facebook, he said that the decision reflects the airline’s commitment to the principles of diversity, inclusivity and respect for the religious requirements of its Muslim employees.