Norway, Oct 24: Norway's integration minister has been widely mocked and asked to "reconsider her position" after telling the country's Muslims to adapt to the country's culture.
Sylvi Listhaug, from the anti-immigrant Progress Party, caused fury and confusion on Monday when she posted on Facebook on the eve of a national integration conference. “I think those who come to Norway need to adapt to our society,” read the post.
Ms Listhaug has since clarified the comment, which was liked more than 20,000 times, claiming she was misunderstood.
“Here we eat pork, drink alcohol and show our face. You must abide by the values, laws and regulations that are in Norway when you come here.”
The country's coalition government, which includes Ms Listhaug's party and the centre-right Conservative party, has been playing tough with the country's Muslims over the past week.
Ms Listhaug also echoed Prime Minister Erna Solberg who said in an interview that she would not personally employ someone wearing the Islamic niqab face veil.
Ms Listhaug's post however still drew criticism.
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Uncultured people speaking about culture, civilization.... very funny.
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