What is Malaysia about?

Malaysia, officially the Federation of Malaysia, is a Southeast Asian country located by the Malay Peninsula and Borneo Island. It shares land borders with Thailand, Indonesia, Brunei, and a maritime border with Singapore. The capital of Malaysia is Kuala Lumpur, while Putrajaya is the seat of the federal government.

Culture

Malaysia is a multi-ethnic and multicultural country, with a rich and diverse cultural heritage. The main ethnic groups in Malaysia are Malays, Chinese, Indians, and indigenous people. The official religion is Islam, but other religions such as Buddhism, Christianity, Hinduism, and Sikhism are also practiced.

Language

The official language of Malaysia is Bahasa Malaysia, but English is also widely used. Other languages spoken in Malaysia include Chinese, Tamil, and various indigenous languages.

Economy

Malaysia is a middle-income country with a diversified economy. The major sectors of the economy are manufacturing, agriculture, and tourism. Malaysia is also a major exporter of natural resources, such as oil and gas.

Politics

Malaysia is a constitutional monarchy, with a parliamentary democracy. The head of state is the King, who is elected for a five-year term by a conference of rulers from the nine royal states of Malaysia. The head of government is the Prime Minister, who is appointed by the King and serves at his pleasure.

Foreign Relations

Malaysia is a member of the United Nations, the Commonwealth of Nations, the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), and the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC). Malaysia also has diplomatic relations with many other countries around the world.