MALAYSIA
Malaysia is consists of thirteen (13) states and three (3) federal territories, separated by the South China Sea with eleven (11) states and two (2) federal territories (Kuala Lumpur and Putrajaya) in Peninsular Malaysia and two states and 1 federal territory (Labuan) in East Malaysia (Borneo). A bubbling, bustling melting pot of races and religions where Malays, Chinese , Indians and many other ethnic groups live together in peace and harmony. The capital city is Kuala Lumpur, while Putrajaya is the seat of the federal government.
Islam is the official religion but all other religions are freely practiced.
Malaysia has a multi-ethnic, multicultural, and multilingual society. The largest ethnic groups in Malaysia are the Malays, Chinese and Indians. In Sabah and Sarawak, there are a myriad of indigenous ethnic groups with their own unique culture and heritage. All these cultures have influenced each other, creating a truly Malaysian culture.
Bahasa Malaysia is the national and official language in use, but English is widely spoken by many Malaysians as well. Being a multiracial society, the ethnic groups also communicate in other languages such as Cantonese, Mandarin, Tamil as well as various ethnic dialects.
The population of Malaysia was 29.2 million, making it the 43rd most populated country. The population of Malaysia consists of many ethnic groups. Malays comprise 57% of the population, while the Chinese, Indian, Indigenous and other races make up the rest of the country's population.
Manufacturing constitutes the largest single component of Malaysia's economy. Tourism and primary commodities such as petroleum, palm oil, natural rubber and timber are other major contributors to the economy.
The unit of currency is Malaysian Ringgit indicated as RM. Notes are in denominations of RM100, 50, 20, 10, 5 and 1. Coins are in denominations of 50, 20, 10 and 5 sen. The import and export of local currency is limited to RM1,000 cash. There are no
Islam is the official religion but all other religions are freely practiced.
Malaysia has a multi-ethnic, multicultural, and multilingual society. The largest ethnic groups in Malaysia are the Malays, Chinese and Indians. In Sabah and Sarawak, there are a myriad of indigenous ethnic groups with their own unique culture and heritage. All these cultures have influenced each other, creating a truly Malaysian culture.
Bahasa Malaysia is the national and official language in use, but English is widely spoken by many Malaysians as well. Being a multiracial society, the ethnic groups also communicate in other languages such as Cantonese, Mandarin, Tamil as well as various ethnic dialects.
The population of Malaysia was 29.2 million, making it the 43rd most populated country. The population of Malaysia consists of many ethnic groups. Malays comprise 57% of the population, while the Chinese, Indian, Indigenous and other races make up the rest of the country's population.
Manufacturing constitutes the largest single component of Malaysia's economy. Tourism and primary commodities such as petroleum, palm oil, natural rubber and timber are other major contributors to the economy.
The unit of currency is Malaysian Ringgit indicated as RM. Notes are in denominations of RM100, 50, 20, 10, 5 and 1. Coins are in denominations of 50, 20, 10 and 5 sen. The import and export of local currency is limited to RM1,000 cash. There are no