Implications of Uniform Time Zone for ASEAN Countries on Muslim Prayer (Solah) Timings in Malaysia

A time zone is an area on the Earth globe that observes a uniform or standard in its area, better known as local time. The zones worldwide differ according to longitude of country and ASEAN countries have four zones, namely, GMT+6.5, GMT+7, GMT+8 GMT+9. Time result different environments aspects socio-ibadah (religious worship), working hours timings for other purposes. Indeed, there been many suggestions standardize order facilitate ideal directness economic activity, however thorough study needs be conducted so any decision taken will harmonize all parties. Therefore, purpose this research assess Muslim prayer schedule Malaysia by analyzing times compared if were converted zone, namely GMT+7. This qualitative using methods document analysis, interview observation. focused easternmost state westernmost Malaysia. Research results finds change GMT+7 would delay one hour. more less social activity society indirectly gives early picture effect applying countries, including Malaysia, may prepared.