Rules you MUST KNOW before coming to Malaysia

Поділитися
Вставка
  • Опубліковано 19 чер 2024
  • Meet Nordin, he is an Australian who converted to Islam and moved to Malaysia 30 years ago. Now he is running multiple businesses in Kuala Lumpur. Nordin told me whether a foreigner could be accepted in Malaysian society, the must-visit spots and no-no things to do in Malaysia. Enjoy!
    TIMESTAMPS:
    00:00 INTRO
    00:27 Similarities between Singapore and Malaysia
    01:45 Differences between Singapore and Malaysia
    02:02 No-no things to do in Malaysia
    05:08 How to assimilate into Malaysian society
    06:04 What foreigners should understand about Malaysia
    08:16 Must-visit spots in Malaysia
    09:59 Favorite food in Malaysia
    10:34 What Nordin doesn't like about Malaysia
    11:33 Malaysia 30 years ago and now
    13:43 Why Malaysia is the best place to live
    WATCH NEXT:
    📌Non-obvious Things You Should Know About Malaysia:
    • Non-obvious Things You...
    📌Why I Moved to SINGAPORE from EUROPE and NEVER going back:
    • Why I Moved to SINGAPO...
    📌Kuala Lumpur First Impressions (better than Singapore and New York?):
    • Kuala Lumpur First Imp...
    LET'S BE FRIENDS:
    ► My Instagram (use the translate button to read the posts 😇): / chernov_networking
    ► Sponsorship-related requests: maxim.chernov.msc@gmail.com
    Hey! I'm Max. This channel is about life and business in Singapore, as well as other South East Asian countries. I interview inspirational people and ask them tricky questions. Enjoy! :)
    #MaxInAsia #MaxChernov #Singapore

КОМЕНТАРІ • 943

  • @MaxChernov
    @MaxChernov  Рік тому +201

    We are publishing another two interviews about Malaysia soon! Don’t miss it! Subscribe to this channel!

    • @FauziahAbdullah715
      @FauziahAbdullah715 Рік тому +3

      Baeklah pakcik

    • @abdulrahimmoin4418
      @abdulrahimmoin4418 Рік тому +5

      Sg utuber but content Malaysia.. 😁🤗✌️

    • @cecilialim2296
      @cecilialim2296 Рік тому +3

      Looking forward 😃😃😃

    • @azlailyabidin8951
      @azlailyabidin8951 Рік тому +4

      That's what I thought the first sentence he spoke. 😂😂😂

    • @askarsepoi
      @askarsepoi Рік тому +5

      Can you see difference between your video for last year about other country and new video about Malaysia just after 2 weeks. Hopefully this will simply proved how supportive Malaysians are...

  • @Zuqney
    @Zuqney Рік тому +1608

    After 30 years in Malaysia, His Australian accent is gone. He sounds very Malay when speaking English 😂. love it

    • @duittukis
      @duittukis Рік тому +54

      😁 absolutely

    • @hairunnasharahmad2708
      @hairunnasharahmad2708 Рік тому +96

      Australian slang is all gone...More mellow and relax

    • @zalizayahya2476
      @zalizayahya2476 Рік тому +51

      yes I noticed that too...wanted to comment, but I decided to reply here...😊

    • @zalizayahya2476
      @zalizayahya2476 Рік тому +85

      yes...he sounds just like Malay...just close your eyes and hear his voice. You can never guess he is a Mat Salleh Australian

    • @purplelavenderland
      @purplelavenderland Рік тому +16

      right? I also literally listening to his accent hahah

  • @BersihMalaysiaku
    @BersihMalaysiaku Рік тому +317

    If I close my eyes and heard this man talking, I will thought that he is a Malay man. Not a pinch of Aussie there. His intonation, pronunciation, calmness...

    • @kimmie5861
      @kimmie5861 Рік тому +50

      He married a local malay woman. Nordin is a Muslim australian living in msia.
      That's why he sounds malay speaking in English.

    • @myscasio
      @myscasio Рік тому +5

      Yes I love this man.

    • @KedaiNasi
      @KedaiNasi Рік тому +19

      I have another theory, I think he can speak Malay hence the accent lool

    • @dariusz501
      @dariusz501 Рік тому +9

      Yes.. That was the 1st thing I've noticed. If only audio, i would assumed he is a malay man. 😉

    • @azizahabdullah1143
      @azizahabdullah1143 Рік тому +7

      @@KedaiNasi I would love to hear him speak bahasa melayu. Hmm.. I wonder if could speak loghat utara in addition to loghat johor/KL. Agaknya bolih kalau isterinya orang utagha.

  • @dquseo
    @dquseo Рік тому +54

    German citizen here. 23 years in Malaysia. Great video, can relate to so many things said here.

    • @benjy6358
      @benjy6358 8 місяців тому

      are u in Langkawi by any chance ? 😀

    • @dquseo
      @dquseo 8 місяців тому +2

      @@benjy6358 No, we are in KL.

    • @aries_mcrae
      @aries_mcrae 5 місяців тому +2

      @@benjy6358a lot of Germans 🇩🇪 in Langkawi for some reason

    • @benjy6358
      @benjy6358 5 місяців тому

      @@aries_mcrae it's surprising to me..may i ask, any particular reason German attracted to Langkawi ?

    • @X9Metatron9X
      @X9Metatron9X 4 місяці тому

      Lemme guess, alcohol. Beers.​@@benjy6358

  • @srykextraodinairecreation9962
    @srykextraodinairecreation9962 Рік тому +119

    He used Malaysian English too. If I close my eyes and listen to his speech I would not know that he is an Australian. I love it when he said when you take 1 step Malaysian will take 2 steps. We have this syndrome to comfort other people around us than ourselves. We dont feel easy if other people feel discomfort.

    • @MikhaelHld
      @MikhaelHld Рік тому +4

      melayu dan "people pleaser" berpisah tiada xD

    • @Therealnutrone
      @Therealnutrone Місяць тому

      It’s not that type of video

  • @suzanis
    @suzanis Рік тому +312

    "If you take the first step, Malaysians will take 2 steps." -- wonderful summary statement. Most Malaysians will be supportive and appreciative of foreigners' efforts to understand us and treat us with respect. ☺ The multi-races in MY are like siblings - we may squabble with each other but if there's any external threats - we will unite and have each other's back! 💪💕

    • @princesssolace4337
      @princesssolace4337 Рік тому +1

      And if your first step is the wrong step , they'll just stand still?

    • @askarsepoi
      @askarsepoi Рік тому

      ​@@princesssolace4337they will guide to the right path... for example this channel. It will be support by Malaysians because it talks about Malaysia

    • @oceejekwam6829
      @oceejekwam6829 Рік тому +2

      I find it hard to believe that anyone could disrespect Malaysia.
      I have met many Malaysian students in the UK.
      I read books on Malaysia and have seen some videos on the country. Compared to Africa it's "far ahead" and they got independence only a few years before much of Africa, but they've made enormous progress in comparison, that only attracts respect in my book.

    • @kouamechristophe8601
      @kouamechristophe8601 Рік тому

      Lord, protect me from the Catholic , Protestant, Evangelical, Adventist, Jehovah's Witness, Muslim, Buddhist, Judaic and branhamists gods Because they are gods who easily send people to hell.
      #Prophetkacouphilippe

    • @wolfthequarrelsome504
      @wolfthequarrelsome504 Рік тому

      Sounds unstable.

  • @speakthetruth995
    @speakthetruth995 Рік тому +296

    Malaysia is beautiful in every aspect. The people, the nature the food and everything Malaysian.i love Malaysia and its people. God bless this nation with unity.

  • @litonx2x3
    @litonx2x3 Рік тому +206

    Living in malaysia from last 16 years, to be honest i dont have Right to Said iam malaysian, but malaysia and Malaysian people’s make me feel malaysia is my own country, malaysia truly wonderful country,love Malaysia❤ respect Malaysians from Bangladesh

    • @Salbiyyah
      @Salbiyyah Рік тому +30

      Alhamdulillah..
      Problem is, sometimes people takes advantage over our generosity.

    • @solusman8200
      @solusman8200 Рік тому +31

      Idk if this applies to you, but I know Bangladeshi usually take on the jobs that us Malaysians don't want to do. So thank you for your contributions

    • @suzanis
      @suzanis Рік тому +8

      @Sol Usman agree, these foreigners also contribute to Malaysia's growth and progressin their own way.. thank you!!

    • @kuokunng3407
      @kuokunng3407 Рік тому

      ꌦꄲ꒤ ꒯ꄲꋊ'꓄ ꄲꅐꋊ ꂵꋬ꒒ꋬꌦꇙ꒐ꋬ

    • @hKChen909
      @hKChen909 Рік тому +6

      Thanks for loving our country and people !

  • @ezeemake
    @ezeemake Рік тому +227

    It's interesting that Nordin has also lost his Aussie accent 😀. He's actually assimilated well. Nordin himself an embodiment and example of the deep cultural diversity he has experienced after 30 years here and so has the 3 major races since 1957.

    • @joefiq9852
      @joefiq9852 Рік тому +8

      ​@@deesnights Agreed. Some of them had not assimilated very well. That's why there's always tension between races in Malaysia. No sense of unity. IMO, racially segregated school system was one of the major causes for this among other things.

    • @trash0175
      @trash0175 Рік тому +3

      @@joefiq9852 agreed. I fully believe Malaysia have huge potential. Our location is so strategic. We need to learn from our ancestors and be more open

  • @Unicorndonutdab
    @Unicorndonutdab Рік тому +16

    I’m going to Malaysia in two weeks !! Yay I’m excited from Japan 🇯🇵🇯🇵

    • @MVPA-io5ee
      @MVPA-io5ee Рік тому

      Safe travel to you. Good luck. ❤️

  • @azrilia1
    @azrilia1 Рік тому +47

    Nordin lost his accent , He speaks Malaysian English accent lol wow 30 years , he is one of us now lol

  • @skedo7906
    @skedo7906 Рік тому +68

    Wow terima kasih Nordin kerana berkongsikan pengalaman di Malaysia selama 30 tahun. Malaysia merupakan negara yang mempunyai pelbagai agama, budaya dan bangsa. Kami juga ada pelbagai makanan yang unik dan sedap untuk dicuba. Berkenaan bahasa kami, kami sudah terbiasa menggunakan bahasa campuran yang dipanggil 'Bahasa Rojak'. Ini disebabkan kami campurkan beberapa bahasa dalam satu ayat, ini yang membuatkan pelancong asing terpinga-pinga untuk bercakap dengan kami. Apa-apapun Malaysia Boleh!!!!!

    • @Raiderjalanan
      @Raiderjalanan Рік тому +1

      Haha😂
      Hilang jati diri bangsa...😂

  • @amiesazali4502
    @amiesazali4502 Рік тому +52

    Omg! Mr Nordin! I have met him once. He is indeed a very humble and nice guy.. 😃😃

  • @monsieuriey
    @monsieuriey Рік тому +40

    Mr Nordin understand malaysia very well.

  • @intanfazliyana3820
    @intanfazliyana3820 Рік тому +102

    Mr. Nordin, met him a few times. Such a great man ☺️
    Love the content, keep it up. Great expose for the country to the eye of ppl outside of the country itself. 👍🏻

    • @MaxChernov
      @MaxChernov  Рік тому +4

      Thank you! Will do!

    • @LuciusMaximusReal
      @LuciusMaximusReal Рік тому

      What is he last name?

    • @malbey3898
      @malbey3898 Рік тому

      Yeke.. Untunglah pernah ketemu.. 😏

    • @clip012
      @clip012 Рік тому

      @@LuciusMaximusReal Nordin Abdullah. Famous businessman.

    • @RubenDan-sx4yp
      @RubenDan-sx4yp 6 місяців тому

      Hello beautiful, how are you doing today.

  • @VladsBoredom
    @VladsBoredom Рік тому +87

    Thank you Max and Nordin for this insightful video. I have been in February this year the second time to Malaysia and it was such an amazing trip overall. Even without listening to Nordin, I went to Sarawak and Langkawi already, but only drove through Sekinchan once when driving to Pulau Pangkor. Even when talking with my family and friends about how good the overall living costs and high living standards are, all of them are still skeptical about how Malaysia can have all of this. In fact I really want to move to Malaysia, but it's just hard to get a job there as a qualified foreigner. I got quite a lot of friends living there and I feel like I blended into the culture quite well with enjoying my milo ice and mee goreng at the mamak. Malaysians can be proud of having such a great country with a few flaws, but no one is perfect, so I hope one day I can also become a part of the Keluarga Malaysia 🙏🏻.

    • @MaxChernov
      @MaxChernov  Рік тому +1

      Where are you from buddy?

    • @VladsBoredom
      @VladsBoredom Рік тому +11

      @@MaxChernov I am from Switzerland, born and raised there, but originally I am from Serbia.

    • @702sakura
      @702sakura Рік тому

      ​@@VladsBoredom bro your country is so gorgeous. It's like my dream place to go. Tell me which part of Malaysia that you think is better than you country. Just genuinely interested to know 😊

    • @MyChilepepper
      @MyChilepepper Рік тому

      @@702sakura another UA-camr answered your question in a different post 🙃

    • @702sakura
      @702sakura Рік тому

      @@MyChilepepper which post can u tag me pls 😁

  • @Duphonse
    @Duphonse Рік тому +29

    I laughed because because when he said the word "only" it came out "oni" like many Malaysians. Love the interview. Thank you for the mango story and for falling in love with malaysia.

  • @FionaRadzi
    @FionaRadzi Рік тому +58

    Hahaha! Abg Nordin! I knew him personally, if u think his malay is superb..u haven’t heard his brother yet. Cakap melayu mcm rempit padahal mat salleh 😆

    • @MaxChernov
      @MaxChernov  Рік тому +2

      nice!

    • @nedfrizy9315
      @nedfrizy9315 Рік тому

      Dorang ada channel tak, boss?

    • @iraikastudio343
      @iraikastudio343 11 місяців тому

      ada youtube x adik dia?

    • @FionaRadzi
      @FionaRadzi 10 місяців тому

      @@iraikastudio343 takde, tapi u blh google nama adik dia. Geoffrey Perrin Williams. Dia byk berlakon dalam drama2 melayu

  • @GoodjobSkill
    @GoodjobSkill Рік тому +214

    For me Malay is very tolerant race . They can accept other races to build this country 💕 Diversity is good for us

    • @GoodjobSkill
      @GoodjobSkill Рік тому +25

      love Malay Chinese Indian 💕

    • @MaxChernov
      @MaxChernov  Рік тому +46

      That’s what I also feel when coming to Malaysia

    • @henryyeoh8610
      @henryyeoh8610 Рік тому +31

      I think us all as Malaysian are very tolerant. I don't understand why you need to specify one race is being tolerant?

    • @e7843
      @e7843 Рік тому +18

      Are you referring to Malay the race or the people of the country, which is Malaysian (the Malay, Chinese, Indian, Aborigines, Portuguese, Dutch, Javanese, Minangkabau Bugis & more)?

    • @niki0918
      @niki0918 Рік тому +28

      @@henryyeoh8610It was because he was referring to himself as one of the Malays (based on his sentence ‘for me Malay is very tolerant race’) chillz Henry. ✌🏼

  • @bukanHelena
    @bukanHelena Рік тому +74

    It is interesting to listen from a foreigner's POV. I love the topics you brought about, and his thoughts and wisdom about Malaysia. Thank you for covering this interview ❤️

  • @nomadcapitalist
    @nomadcapitalist Рік тому +12

    Great story showing the beauty of long-term nomadism and migration. Thank you for sharing it, Max.

    • @MaxChernov
      @MaxChernov  Рік тому +2

      Hey Andrew! Great to hear from you! I've been watching your channel for a few years now. Actually, I've been meaning to ask you for an interview - it's been on my to-do list for a while. Please let me know if you're available in KL anytime soon.

  • @MrWalter2202
    @MrWalter2202 Рік тому +5

    Wow, great video! I was so lucky to stay several times in Malaysia and between 2022 and 23 I spend almost three months in this beautiful country. I have been to KL, Penang, Langkawi, Sarawak and Sabah as well. All, what Norden is telling us about Malaysia and his fantastic people is 100% the same, what is my feeling. I am completely in love with the country and his wonderful people. I would like to spend more time there and very soon I will be back again! Thank you for this video!

  • @shimmyg68
    @shimmyg68 Рік тому +55

    Yesterday, my daughter's new University mates came to have lunch and had games etc having a great time. I am so glad and so happy to see our future nation builders in my home. Malays Chinese Chindian Bahai and one Maldavian. Adopt us Aunty! They told me jokingly but hey that made my day sooooo much! Malaysians, whoever you are, sama2 we protect our country!!! ❤❤❤

    • @bonda8807
      @bonda8807 Рік тому +1

      Hihihi maksu. Regards from Pinggiran Subang

    • @shimmyg68
      @shimmyg68 Рік тому

      @@bonda8807 Bondaaa hehe...!

  • @kenstaroz1536
    @kenstaroz1536 Рік тому +6

    Amazing interview and this interviewee is amazingly knowledgeable and has a great dose of humility

  • @benahmad9432
    @benahmad9432 Рік тому +17

    Malaysia is not perfect like many other countries with their specific issues but we do live somewhat peaceful. You can hear noises here and there but that to be expected. However the majority average Malaysians just want to live in peace and make it day by day.
    All Malaysian let us be grateful and tolerate each other so we can prosper. Learn our history so we know our origin and respect each other. Ameen.

  • @babibrain
    @babibrain Рік тому +99

    Malaysians are renowned for their friendly and hospitable nature, and they relish the opportunity to mingle with people from different cultures. Interacting with foreigners enables them to broaden their horizons and gain a deeper understanding of other societies. Despite their strong sense of national identity, Malaysians also take pride in their cosmopolitan outlook, which makes them excellent ambassadors for their country.
    Malaysia is a melting pot of diverse ethnic groups, each with their own distinct customs and traditions. Sharing food is an integral part of Malaysian culture, and it is common for locals to offer guests a taste of their traditional dishes. This not only showcases the richness and diversity of Malaysian cuisine but also serves as a means of forging deeper connections between people from different backgrounds.

  • @niki0918
    @niki0918 Рік тому +35

    👏🏼good job Max. I’d say he nailed it. in every question you wish to hear from
    him, he answered as per how it is. no sugar coating bla bla bla. very good advice on how foreigners could blend in with the locals. thanks En. Nordin for investing his time 🕰️ and money in Malaysia 🇲🇾, for not giving up to see us flourish from our humble beginnings some 30 yrs ago and for believing in all the good + potentials that Malaysia has got to offer 🤲🏼Alhamdulillah

  • @ILearnMalay
    @ILearnMalay Рік тому +7

    Terima kasih to Max and Nordin for making this video..what Nordin said about you taking the first step to know our country and culture and Malaysians will take 2 steps to help you out is so true! ❤

  • @shwanaNZ94
    @shwanaNZ94 Рік тому +6

    Mash Allah my brother. Salam from New Zealand. INSH Allah I can visit Malaysia soon

  • @victorbondarev2868
    @victorbondarev2868 Рік тому +3

    Great guest! Thank you, Max

  • @Yasin_Affandi
    @Yasin_Affandi Рік тому +19

    Thanks for sharing this wonderful video. It's really lovely to watch u with d foreigners that made Malaysia their home, like Nordin n Daria.

    • @Yasin_Affandi
      @Yasin_Affandi Рік тому +2

      I'm with Nordin on durian, not a big fan for d king of fruit. What I can suggest to Nordin, Daria or yourself, is to try a traditonal Malay dessert, pulut durian. There r 2 ways to eat durian with sticky rice. First way, eat d sticky rice with fresh durian splash with coconut milk. Second way, eat d sticky rice with pengat durian. Pengat durian is fresh durian cooked with coconut milk n palm sugar. I really like d second dessert, n I think, foreigners who want to try durian, should try this dessert first.

    • @utubegeronimo7628
      @utubegeronimo7628 Рік тому

      His English blood fused with that of Malay's during coitus.

  • @ArnoldPranks
    @ArnoldPranks Рік тому +9

    Wow, what a great interview.

  • @Randomkloud
    @Randomkloud Рік тому +21

    Amazing Malaysian English, it is exactly the way we speak.

  • @marshaarbi
    @marshaarbi Рік тому +11

    If I'm not mistaken, Nordin is the father of a young Malaysian artist named Mulaika. Truly incredible stuff

  • @VinnxGamingX
    @VinnxGamingX Рік тому +7

    3:35 - i'm a malay girl, my great grandmother from my mother's side was chinese, and great grandfather from my father's side was arab... ☺️☺️

  • @ReefearEapear
    @ReefearEapear Рік тому +2

    Love this video. And love the birds chirping in the background! So natural.

  • @user-vh9lj3jr7l
    @user-vh9lj3jr7l Рік тому

    Enjoyed this guest very much! 😊

  • @jakemir558
    @jakemir558 Рік тому +6

    i like this man very humble and polite . he 's very knowledgeable man . he bonds well in our Malaysian societies . Tq for sharing Tuan

  • @DisappearforDays
    @DisappearforDays Рік тому +31

    I love the when you take 1 step, Malaysians will take 2. I have felt this so deeply during our travels! Malaysians are the most hospitable people I've met!

  • @rokiahsulaiman3218
    @rokiahsulaiman3218 Рік тому +2

    Great observations! Very open minded.

  • @muhd7144
    @muhd7144 Рік тому +18

    12:02 So true what Encik Nordin said about the development along the Subang-KL road in the last 30 years. I remember all those "rumah setinggan" with corrugated zinc roofs he mentioned, but now look at the development along that road...

  • @cabdallecabdikaafi4215
    @cabdallecabdikaafi4215 Рік тому +9

    Simply, I can say he nailed it really well, I am international students at university in Malaysia, sometimes I feel like Malaysia is my hometown. I love it ❤deeply in my heart. God bless Malaysia 🇲🇾 and its people. Tq

    • @h3ir.enfield
      @h3ir.enfield Рік тому +2

      If you love Malaysia, Malaysia will love you back. Just consider that you're already one of us. 👍

    • @Enforcedcraft
      @Enforcedcraft Рік тому +1

      @@h3ir.enfield Really glad to hear that. I mean Allah(God) has decided where I would be born but if I want to be fully and totally honest never really felt this country I was born in(Eastern European country) really cared for my people especially knowing that same people majority of them still hold grudge against us for the past. It's really making segregations and divides us based on ethnic and religious reasons. Like Christians(some are Protestant some are Orthodox but generally even they can't sometimes tell what they are) and us(including me) Muslims as 2nd biggest minority by religion.

  • @ramlangoddos4425
    @ramlangoddos4425 Рік тому +4

    Thank you Encik Nordin. For telling your story about Malaysia.

  • @ammvangelist
    @ammvangelist Рік тому +13

    This is so refreshing to hear even though it's common knowledge to me and everybody here 😍

  • @ridhuanrizal9696
    @ridhuanrizal9696 Рік тому +38

    Nordin sounds Malaysian. Completely lost his Australian accent.

  • @rosliromasarms2111
    @rosliromasarms2111 Рік тому +31

    Alhamdullilah Syukur INDAH Nya Malaysia ku... With Mr. Nordin with him 30years of experience living at Malaysia.. Semuga Negara ku terus Maju, Indah Dan Aman Damai selalu hendak nya... Subhanallah...

  • @ridh9451
    @ridh9451 Рік тому +6

    Ayyy thank you sir for introducing sekinchan to the viewer. I'm from there and it is a unique place and kinda underrated comparing to kedah's rice field. It sure has the same vibe but with a modern touch in it.

    • @MaxChernov
      @MaxChernov  Рік тому +1

      My pleasure!!

    • @princesssolace4337
      @princesssolace4337 Рік тому

      Of course it's underrated comparing Sekinchan to Rice Bowl of Malaysia🙄

  • @Enforcedcraft
    @Enforcedcraft Рік тому

    Thanks Max for the awesome interview . In Sha Allah (God's Willing) as we say it I'm looking forward to doing my Masters in Singapore in about 1 or 2 yr. As someone who is from Eastern Europe(yes I am that rare kind that nobody even knows where the heck it is idk about Malaysia or Singapore but I know Japan and Korea got absolutely no clue haha) and yeah here in my city there isn't really all that much different people to expand your knowledge and just get to know people. It's all a bit too samey with not so much wiggle room . I'm very much looking forward to meeting new people,new culture to expand my view and to just like have discussions IRL which are my favourites as I am very sociable person. Definently I am gonna be visiting all the nearby countries like Malaysia,Indonesia,Vietnam,Thailand,Korea,Japan,China and others. I'll definently keep my eye on this channel as it really has good and interesting content. Cheers..

  • @hassanmohamadali2683
    @hassanmohamadali2683 Рік тому +1

    Hi Nordin, I'm your Arabic ustaz in your first semester in IIU . Is nice to hear about you. Salam.

  • @joecongrain7477
    @joecongrain7477 Рік тому +5

    Tn Nordin...you're not alone...I'm a Malaysian but I don't fancy durian as well...he he he

  • @itsme_mocha
    @itsme_mocha Рік тому +47

    Malaysia is a salad bowl rather than a melting pot. Everyone is equally important despite the differences. MALAYSIA BOLEH!❤️🤍💛💙

  • @jegmac
    @jegmac Рік тому

    Very well said with good understanding of Malaysian communities

  • @pemikirislam2389
    @pemikirislam2389 Рік тому +1

    Thank you 4 mention it😎
    Yes the 3 R u must respect if u visit🇲🇾

  • @saifulfarisin
    @saifulfarisin Рік тому +5

    His English accent totally changed, easy and light to listen 💯

  • @ojiki3w
    @ojiki3w Рік тому +13

    His accent and flow talk really2 sounded so Malaysian.

  • @Notsosmartyetnotsostupid
    @Notsosmartyetnotsostupid Рік тому +2

    Very good content again. Keep up the good work 👍!

  • @apaiarnolddiscovery
    @apaiarnolddiscovery 9 місяців тому +1

    Great introduction to a foreigner . Thank you so much Gents.

  • @ashaazuanissabtu884
    @ashaazuanissabtu884 Рік тому +5

    Nice and enjoyable video 👍🏻😊

  • @user-pu8hl7zc8f
    @user-pu8hl7zc8f Рік тому +5

    I work at Malaysia I love 💕 this country. Adventure green, and healthy foods 👏👍.

  • @klmn2000
    @klmn2000 Рік тому

    Great video Max.

  • @Asidders
    @Asidders 5 місяців тому

    Very informative and knowledgeable guy!

  • @huawei3i141
    @huawei3i141 Рік тому +11

    His Malay grandchildren would say, "our grandfather is a Mat Saleh from Australia"...

  • @teduzzz
    @teduzzz Рік тому +19

    The keyword here is "balance". We are not the best, but we also not the worst. The social gap between the rich & poor people are not that huge. That's why we can live in harmony.

    • @princesssolace4337
      @princesssolace4337 Рік тому

      we are worst at being the best. That is why we only play host. We can't even host the Asian Games🙄

  • @TobiasFischer
    @TobiasFischer Рік тому +1

    Max, you‘re an amazing interviewer! You ask the right questions and you let people talk - what a blessing! Keep it up, see you in Singapore, maybe :)

  • @kucinggimnastik
    @kucinggimnastik Рік тому +2

    Tuan Nordin is fun to have a conversation with. Such a shame I only spent few days interacting with him several years ago in a crisis communication workshop.

  • @robaz1177
    @robaz1177 Рік тому +23

    Malaysian is not about Malay, Indian or Chinese..it is about balance of respect from all the races, ethnics and religions that form Malaysian.. you can see the differences in the country with majority Chinese like China, Indian in India or Indonesian in Indonesia etc.

    • @MaxChernov
      @MaxChernov  Рік тому +6

      that what I like about Malaysia!

    • @arifff5185
      @arifff5185 Рік тому +2

      ​@@MaxChernov the world,one asiani only malaysia. Monarchy, 9/raja/rulers,royalty. 9 next to 1. Agong/king inmalaysia.

    • @yurig2530
      @yurig2530 Рік тому

      Unless you're Jewish or Israeli. Then, there is no respect

    • @shhas1483
      @shhas1483 21 день тому

      Why try to relate malays with indonesia? You think it was an empty land before indonesian came? Since you didnt learn Malaysia history lesson, fyi you can find malays in southern thailand, southern myanmar, vietnam, sumatra, borneo (including Brunei), philippines and of course, singapore. West Malaysia was called ‘Malaya’ before sabah, Sarawak and singapore joined us in 1963.

  • @terencelim9889
    @terencelim9889 Рік тому +12

    that was quick Max!! you really did a video on Malaysia!

    • @MaxChernov
      @MaxChernov  Рік тому +2

      Yes! And two more are coming very soon!

    • @terencelim9889
      @terencelim9889 Рік тому +1

      @@MaxChernov cheers Max! Safe journey in your adventures!

  • @Call_Me_Fara
    @Call_Me_Fara Рік тому

    cool. cant wait

  • @usinebob
    @usinebob 8 місяців тому

    Great video…very informative

  • @mumk
    @mumk Рік тому +6

    Fascinating perspective from the intelligent and amiable Mr. Nordin. Thank you Max for bringing this amazing interview for us, cheers

  • @rotikacangmerah
    @rotikacangmerah Рік тому

    Was listening to this on the car bluetooth. Didnt realize he's Australian until i took a peak at the screen. Wah, so Malaysianised, this Mat Saleh! "Lemme help you out lah, bro" and "ohnee" instead of 'only'. Superloving it!!!

  • @zalf88
    @zalf88 Рік тому +1

    I really need to have a cup of coffee with this uncle. Seems like a person that we would learn many things from.

  • @decTac
    @decTac Рік тому +13

    Malaysia should preserve the greens.. especially in the big towns and cities..grow more trees and shrubs, also green landscapes.. By enrich with flora and fauna it would benefit an eco-system friendly that helps environment blend with the concrete jungles and skyscrapers.. Thus avoiding or lessen pollution and maybe global warming and so be a wonderful place to live in..

    • @MaxChernov
      @MaxChernov  Рік тому +1

      yes, preserve the beautiful rain forests!

    • @decTac
      @decTac Рік тому

      @@MaxChernov yep

  • @kamarulzamanabdullah3292
    @kamarulzamanabdullah3292 Рік тому +4

    Agreed with the commentator.many msias dont afraid with strangers cos they hd been an ambassadors since the early age.they hd travelled around the world to seek education abroad.they know every people that come to msia with no prejudice.

  • @thusommotlana2568
    @thusommotlana2568 Рік тому +1

    Thanks for bringing forth this insightful chat. I'd love to hear the perspective of a black African person who's been living there as well. As a South African Black woman, who's considering relocation to Malasiya I'm curious to get that point of view.

  • @MHMusic-Hub
    @MHMusic-Hub Рік тому

    Cool… very informative

  • @globallyempowered
    @globallyempowered Рік тому +3

    I agree, in Malaysia there is no exception as to who you can find at a food stall.

  • @zamiryusof8239
    @zamiryusof8239 Рік тому +3

    Don't worry about durian. My family has small durian orchard and for the last 30+ years of my life, I can count with one hand how many time I try to eat the fruit.
    But I do love the taste when they are made into durian popcorn.

  • @zulkifliebinjaffar.zulkifl9337

    Its e Best Video...Congrats!!!YNWA!!

  • @lenyekpenyek
    @lenyekpenyek Рік тому +2

    I was just listening to the video while working. Never thought its a Mat Salleh talking because he sounds so Malaysian when I watch the screen at the end of the video.
    He totally assimilated with how Malaysian speaks English.

  • @julianajoharis7641
    @julianajoharis7641 Рік тому +8

    "Race, religion and royalty", right on mark! 😂 These three aspects are simultaneously our strengths and weaknesses too. Because most feel like it's taboo to critisize them at all.

    • @RubenDan-sx4yp
      @RubenDan-sx4yp 6 місяців тому

      Hello Juliana, how are you doing today.

  • @abdulrahimmoin4418
    @abdulrahimmoin4418 Рік тому +5

    Wah wah wah... He mentioned Sekincan.. I thought where the last one..

  • @carlosgravil3325
    @carlosgravil3325 2 місяці тому

    This guy is so diplomatic, he should be an ambassador. You want to be his friend after watching one video. I must visit Malaysia again. Went there about 30 years ago and really enjoyed it.

  • @spoiledballotpapers3277
    @spoiledballotpapers3277 3 місяці тому

    Love the comments about Durian. True, Durian is more like a religion. Maybe try Durian from Serian area, Sarawak. We have a Durian farm with so many different types of Durian, different flavours, textures, etc.. Great video !

  • @cecilialim2296
    @cecilialim2296 Рік тому +3

    😊😊😊 interesting guy...sounds very local

  • @Shamo-yc4vy
    @Shamo-yc4vy Рік тому +3

    If you go from Singapore to Malaysia the difference in the easy going, friendly nature of the people is stark, especially outside of KL. You feel more relaxed and the food is way better

  • @hazwanee25
    @hazwanee25 Рік тому

    Good insights 👍🏻

  • @mohamadazam2545
    @mohamadazam2545 Рік тому

    Thanks Brother 🙏👍👍

  • @noordinbeldenlex1620
    @noordinbeldenlex1620 Рік тому +38

    We had the same name, "Noordin," by coincidence. In many of his assertions regarding Malaysia, I wholeheartedly concur with him. Most Malaysians, particularly those from Penang, where I am from, are of mixed ancestry. Except for monarchy, Singapore and Malaysia had a lot in common. Due to the fact that both Penang and Singapore were British Colonies governed by the Straits Settlements, they have many similarities. Back then, Singapore was far more developed than Malaysia, but today, both countries' development is very comparable. Politically Singapore was part of Malaysia from 1963 to 1965. Hence, as compared to other Southeast Asian countries, Singapore and Malaysia were remarkably similar, particularly in terms of their legal system, histories, populations, and cultures. Thus, what Nordin said regarding Malaysia is precisely true.

    • @MaxChernov
      @MaxChernov  Рік тому +2

      Thanks for a very detailed explanation!

    • @mohddanial8165
      @mohddanial8165 Рік тому

      Actually Singapore is of Sultan Johor state land. The turn of event and decision making of it's leader at that time brought about the land being possessed and become a country.
      A lot of issues still need to be adressed between Singapura and Johor royal state regarding it's border, land and belongings.

    • @noordinbeldenlex1620
      @noordinbeldenlex1620 Рік тому +1

      @@mohddanial8165 - Actually, Singapore was originally ruled by the Johor-Riau Sultanate, whose capital was in Lingga. Raja Husin, Sultan Mansur's eldest son, was meant to succeed him after his death. Raja Husin, however, was in Pahang when Sultan Mansur passed away. Later the Dutch chose Raja Abd Rahman, his younger brother, who was distinct from his mother, to succeed him as Sultan. Raffle did, however, name Raja Husin the new Sultan of Singapore. Raffle sought Raja Husin's consent before establishing a British base in Singapore, which was actually more deserving of being the Sultan.
      During that time, Daeng Ibrahim, then Temenggung, was appointed as a representative of the Sultan of Johor- Riau in Singapore. However, as a result of his collusion with the British, his descendants have now succeeded him as the Sultan of Johor, despite Raja Husin being the more eligible candidate. Raja Husin's reign as Sultan of Singapore ended when his son Raja Ali took over. As a result, it is not so true to assert that Singapore is belong to the current Sultan of Johor.

    • @mohddanial8165
      @mohddanial8165 Рік тому

      @@noordinbeldenlex1620 Then where is Raja Ali and his descendent? Or they vanished into thin air after Singapore gain it's independance? Hmmmm. At least they could live in the istana instead of the prime minister????

    • @noordinbeldenlex1620
      @noordinbeldenlex1620 Рік тому

      @@mohddanial8165 - If you check at Wikipedia you will know some story about him as excerpt below :-
      Sultan Ali Iskandar Shah
      Tengku Ali, anakanda Sultan Hussain Shah, diisytiharkan sebagai Sultan Johor ke-19, pada 16 September 1840, dengan gelaran Sultan Ali Iskandar Shah ibni Hussain Muazzam Shah untuk menggantikan ayahandanya, apabila Baginda mangkat pada 1835. Walau bagaimanapun, perlantikan baginda tidak diiktiraf oleh Inggeris (British).
      Selama 20 tahun berikutnya, tuntutan Sultan Ali ke atas jawatan Sultan Johor hanya diiktiraf oleh pedagang dan beberapa orang Melayu. Seperti ayahdanya, Sultan Ali lebih merupakan pemerintah boneka dan memainkan peranan kecil di dalam pentadbiran negeri, yang terletak di bawah bidang kuasa Temenggung dan British. Baginda adalah seorang Sultan yang lemah dan dibayangi oleh Temenggungnya, Temenggung Daeng Ibrahim. Satu perisytiharaan oleh British pada bulan September 1840 memberikan baginda sebagai pewaris yang sah Sultan Hussain Shah, tetapi bukan pengiktirafan sebagai "Sultan Johor".
      Pada 10 Mac 1855, Sultan Ali memeterai sebuah perjanjian dengan pihak British di Singapura. Dalam perjanjian ini, Sultan Ali bersetuju melepaskan haknya terhadap Johor (kecuali Kesang) kepada Temenggung Daeng Ibrahim, dengan balasan pengiktirafan rasmi sebagai "Sultan Johor" oleh British dan elaun bulanan. Selepas penyerahan Johor, Sultan Ali telah diberikan kuasa pentadbiran ke atas Muar sehinga kemangkatannya pada 1877, dan untuk tujuan pentadbiran, Baginda dikenali sebagai "Sultan Muar"

  • @GoodjobSkill
    @GoodjobSkill Рік тому +52

    He speak like a Malay guy 😂 It’s great!

    • @MaxChernov
      @MaxChernov  Рік тому +8

      That’s how you do it after 30 years 😁

  • @reginangsiewlan5394
    @reginangsiewlan5394 11 місяців тому +2

    Yes go Sekinchan relax yourself in the sky blue atmosphere, surely u enjoy tis Paso growing town

  • @ibnuramli1721
    @ibnuramli1721 Рік тому +2

    My brother Nordin speaks Manglish too. Alhamdulillah

  • @abdulwafiy1075
    @abdulwafiy1075 Рік тому +32

    His knowledge of Malaysia is better than a lot of Malaysian lol, and not to forget his accent as well literally Malaysian style of accents.

  • @2217909
    @2217909 Рік тому +4

    I’m so much investing into information about Malaysia as I’m planning to move to Malaysia next year or so also looking forward starting business there insha Allah everything goes well for me and everyone else that are looking forward moving to Malaysia. I’m feeling sick of western countries now to the point beyond imagination 😢

  • @lilyzubaidah8871
    @lilyzubaidah8871 Рік тому +1

    Malaysian and miss Malaysia whenever i travel abroad for a long time. Miss the warmth of my people and warm weather

  • @joean6380
    @joean6380 Рік тому

    Nice explanation bro

  • @ytl9110
    @ytl9110 Рік тому +3

    Mr Nordin has this subtle Malaysian accent hahah if I cover my eyes listening to him, I would imagine a Malaysian speaking

  • @nonnynedd5962
    @nonnynedd5962 Рік тому +12

    He has been so long in malaysia he speak english with malaysian accent. If i just listen to the video i would think that u are interviewing a malaysian.

  • @asrojaklimastra1571
    @asrojaklimastra1571 Рік тому +1

    You go abg Nordin.... Terbaiklah! 😂

  • @Sy2023hk
    @Sy2023hk 4 місяці тому

    Looks great, maybe I'll move there. Mix of Countryside and Cities, food and friendly ppl! Checks all my boxes!❤