Q1398: Are we obliged to act upon those international rules and conventions which different governments have signed among themselves?

A: Yes, It is obligatory to do so, and as a humane right, irrespective of the question of obligation to protect our system, it is obligatory for us to fulfill our commitments.

Q1399: Is it obligatory to take on commitment to the conventions and contracts which Muslims make in economic, cultural, and political fields with non-Muslims or non-Muslim countries, on behalf of Islamic ruling system or any natural or legal person?

A: Yes, It is obligatory to do so, and to fulfill our commitments is obligatory per se as it is considered a humane right, irrespective of the fact that we have to meet our commitments for the protection of our ruling system which is an obligation itself. In fact, this has been stipulated and stressed in Islamic traditions and texts that there are three things which cannot be excused if not done, kindness to one's parents, keeping a promise, and returning a trust property.

Q1400: Is it necessary for Muslims residing in non-Muslim countries for short periods and for Muslims who are foreign nationals to some non-Muslim countries to respect and observe all the rules and regulations of these countries (so long as they are not in contradiction to the principles of Islam)? And if a Muslim commits a financial crime in these countries, will he be held liable, or since the crime has been committed towards a non-Muslim, there will be no legal liability even though the authorities of that country may not call one to account for their actions?

A: All the rules and regulations of those countries which are not in total and apparent contradiction to Islamic rules and principles must be respected and observed, since these rules and regulations pertain to the keeping of law and order in the society which itself is legally and rationally obligatory to be maintained.

Q1401: Is it religiously permissible to cause any obstruction or nuisance in public paths and ways, which is against the civil law?

A: Causing a blockage in traffic and creating public nuisance in paths which should be used by public is illegal and religiously forbidden as implied by reason, rationality and traditions.