What is the ruling on working for the Ministry of Finance in the Netherlands?
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There is no objection to working in this ministry if the work does not involve committing a forbidden act or assisting in one. Working for disbelievers is permissible by Islamic law as long as the work itself is lawful. It is also important to note that residing in a land of disbelief may not be without risks, and its ruling varies according to the circumstances of individuals.
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