Non-obvious Things You Should Know About Malaysia

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  • Опубліковано 19 чер 2024
  • Daria has been living in Kuala Lumpur for 20 years and she even wrote a best-selling book about the country. Daria is happily married to a Malaysian husband and is employed by the United Nations Organization. So if you are traveling or moving to Malaysia, this is the most helpful video you’ll find on UA-cam. Enjoy!
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    FIRST INTERVIEW WITH DARIA: • How to get the best Fi...
    TIMESTAMPS:
    00:00 Stereotypes about Malaysians
    02:09 Rules to assimilate into Malaysian culture
    05:36 Places not to visit in Malaysia
    09:46 Hidden places in Malaysia
    13:00 What happened with Daria in Malaysia
    16:25 Is Malaysia more dangerous than Singapore?
    18:04 Why Kuala Lumpur better than Bangkok?
    20:41 Parenting in Malaysia
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КОМЕНТАРІ • 707

  • @MaxChernov
    @MaxChernov  Рік тому +279

    Like this video, if you like Malaysia

    • @sitiawang1504
      @sitiawang1504 Рік тому +5

      Like this video and I'm Malaysian 🥰

    • @Sunny-yh3vf
      @Sunny-yh3vf Рік тому +1

      @Lexx Don't misleading information.

    • @manawaalanmana2871
      @manawaalanmana2871 Рік тому

      Bullshit without Spore Msia cannot survive why many Msian come Spore to work ? Dont make me laugh what really happen to Pastor Raymond Koh ?? U talk about religious harmony !!! BULLSHIT !!

    • @mohdrozibakar6409
      @mohdrozibakar6409 Рік тому

      tak suka jgn duduk malaysia, pegi balik negara kamu. apa sibuk dgn hal negara kami, suka hati kami nak malas ke apa ke, mcm la kau tu bagus sgt. penjajah....

    • @amandinehasi-dim5531
      @amandinehasi-dim5531 Рік тому

      No

  • @cyybyydyy3445
    @cyybyydyy3445 Рік тому +124

    the way she answer shows that she understand Malaysia. calm, polite, just talk lightly about things. you can ask but malaysian or longer stay residents will always be careful and aware not to openly say any matter which is regarded as sensitive issues in Malaysia.

    • @alalalala57
      @alalalala57 Рік тому +4

      Yes, because moreso than anything else, Malaysians are known for our tissue hearts.

    • @brabaius162
      @brabaius162 Рік тому +3

      It's a love story set in the Malay Federation. A russian migrant in search of adventure in far away land met an Indian migrant and fell in love..The tale of two migrants.❤❤❤❤

  • @secrets.295
    @secrets.295 Рік тому +301

    She is right. Lazy & complacent are 2 different things. Lazy means you don't want to work or if you work you put half hearted effort. Malaysians are not by any means lazy. I would say we are actually hardworking and certainly overworked compared to the west if we compare the working hours. However the difference is, countries like Singapore, Japan, Western countries. They are very determined to be successful. They chase promotions or when they do business, it's amazing how far they think. I am speaking based on my experience living abroad. They would go all out to achieve their true potential. Which is nothing wrong, in fact I am all for people making more money and achieving success and so on. At the same time, I don't think there is anything wrong with being complacent and just being content with what you have in life.

    • @MaxChernov
      @MaxChernov  Рік тому +71

      It’s nice when you have a good balance, right?

    • @secrets.295
      @secrets.295 Рік тому +10

      ​@@MaxChernov True 😁

    • @faisalz8849
      @faisalz8849 Рік тому +71

      Malaysian especially the Malays are brought up to be thankful and content in whatever situation they’re in which is why they are more relaxed and laid back but in some ways they tend to reach their comfort zone too soon before reaching the peak of their potential.

    • @nutzhazel
      @nutzhazel Рік тому +86

      ​@@MaxChernov It's also mostly from religious viewpoint especially for Malay being Muslim, they're taught not to live for the materialistic world but rather strive for the hereafter, and a successful Muslim is considered as one who is in balance with both this life and in their religious obligations to the Creator. When you hear about hospitality, it's also an obligation in Islam to emphasis on charity or donation doesn't matter if you're rich or poor and the simplest of charity is the smile. As this life for Muslim is considered as a test, you will find most of them will be quite content and grateful for whatever they have even if it's little. And because of this contentment, you would rarely find a depressed Muslim or suicidal one like with the other groups.
      In some ways, this religious belief is being blamed for the lack of progress when it comes to comparison between Malaysia and Singapore, and it also drives the capitalist groups crazy because they can't exploit a group of content people. But like the lady said, there's actually no difference between Malaysia and Singapore when it comes to development, but I've been to Singapore and it's just a soulless city where wealth is the only standard of success.

    • @secrets.295
      @secrets.295 Рік тому +40

      @@nutzhazel I kept on hearing this religion thing being a reason for non progress. In terms of materialistism, Islam is no different than most other religions. Be it Christianity, Buddhism, Hiduism, etc. I mean if you are Buddhist, the right thing to do according to the monk is to be as minimalistic as possible. Why do you think those Buddhist monks live such a minimalist lifestyle? They don't even sleep on a bed. It has nothing to do with the religion itself, it has to do with culture. Prophet Muhammad once said that doing business is the most noble job in the world because then you provide jobs, you eliminate poverty, etc. He even preach people to travel as far as China to gain knowledge. If you are telling me Islam is the reason for backwardness you are wrong.
      The Malays today are far more successful than the Malays back then. Back then u can only dream to see Malay doctors, engineers, etc. If u are sick u go to the shaman back in those days. These days there are plenty of doctors. So clearly being Islam is not the reason for stifling progress. Neither is any other religion in the world. It's also a myth to say the Malays made no progress when the Malays made such amazing progress in less than 70 years since independence. Even in a country where people are not religious, it seems like there is a system that is putting countries under a lot of stress. Its called the welfare system and its making some people lazy. Are u going to blame religion for that too 🤷.

  • @pandarudin
    @pandarudin Рік тому +88

    Her opinion is not bias and also express it in a polite manner. 100% agreed. I would say she's already a malaysian. 😁

    • @h3ir.enfield
      @h3ir.enfield Рік тому +6

      I fully agree..
      She looks a wonderful person who's probably more Malaysian than I am 🤣. Politically polite with a comprehensive knowledge of the people and the country. Proud to have her as one of us 👍

    • @brabaius162
      @brabaius162 Рік тому +1

      It's a love story set in the Malay Federation. A russian migrant in search of adventure in far away land met an Indian migrant and fell in love..The tale of two migrants.❤❤❤❤speak english like an educated Indian

  • @addieadnan669
    @addieadnan669 Рік тому +88

    awesome... Daria, you have done it again... it's true, if you like / love Malaysia, Malaysia will like and love you back... kudos to Max

    • @MaxChernov
      @MaxChernov  Рік тому +8

      Super true!

    • @GretMe-dx6st
      @GretMe-dx6st Рік тому

      Where she came from they are bombing each other😂😂😂😂 no wonder she stays for 30 years!

  • @saifulrizan8067
    @saifulrizan8067 Рік тому +98

    I like this lady. She politely speaks truthfully and honestly without being offending to others (some people don’t know how) from her past experiences. I “Likes” this video and the other video she featured in. 👍😃

    • @heythave
      @heythave 3 місяці тому +1

      She works for the United Nations, and so, diplomacy is in her bones.

  • @deshwitat_2
    @deshwitat_2 Рік тому +95

    woah,im malaysian,and i safely said,this lady is surely assimilated to malaysian cultural..i like how she keep having her russian cultural side also,the other blood if i might says..not your typical normal mixed blood race in malaysia..the fact she experienced both good & bad and able to differentiate the crime for me is is the highlight for me..yes crime/bad thing happend,but as to to go the word criminal/heavy duty in society arent here (malaysia) are truly right.. most malaysian crime are small-time,snatch & grab,break in or whatever..also,her word are genuine not biased,all based on experience.. seeing this vid,like watching the un-cut version of the 1st vid u on her.. really broaden my view on foreigner-married-malaysian couple..

    • @bahloolstories5361
      @bahloolstories5361 Рік тому +5

      I noticed her. Daria works as translator to UN diplomats.

    • @deshwitat_2
      @deshwitat_2 Рік тому +2

      @@bahloolstories5361 yep, that's her..u can watch Max's 1st video on her,she did tell him bout her job & how'd she ended up stays in Malaysia..

    • @ld-n1648
      @ld-n1648 Рік тому +11

      @@nolimitcityid Don’t be rude in the comments. I’m guessing you’re from In Do, so please be more polite and show your intelligence rather than your Stpdty

    • @nolimitcityid
      @nolimitcityid Рік тому

      @@ld-n1648 Okay, We will immediately take Sarawak according to Majapahit's instructions. That is our island which is claimed by the English. You can develop the region towards Bangladesh.

    • @aqilazaim5210
      @aqilazaim5210 Рік тому +13

      @@nolimitcityid I want whatever it is that you are smoking😂😂

  • @firdaushanapiah7691
    @firdaushanapiah7691 Рік тому +90

    We love Malaysia! We know how to appreciate our lives .

  • @davidcks
    @davidcks Рік тому +204

    No country is prefect….not even Singapore… but every country has its beauty…..🎉🎉

    • @karate_teacher
      @karate_teacher Рік тому

      Fr

    • @brabaius162
      @brabaius162 Рік тому +8

      especially not singapore

    • @davidcks
      @davidcks Рік тому +6

      @@brabaius162 oh, such hate……

    • @amri3816
      @amri3816 Рік тому +1

      Singapore has it own natural beauty for instance migrating birds. Sadly this place had been destroyed by the development.

    • @kopxpert
      @kopxpert Рік тому +3

      The fact that u use "not even Singapore" kinda bothers me. Why didn't u say "not even Malaysia" instead?

  • @makhluktuhan9746
    @makhluktuhan9746 Рік тому +92

    I am a Malaysian. I love and respect my neighbouring countries, culture and people whether it be Thailand, Indonesia or Singapore.

    • @paanbon6543
      @paanbon6543 Рік тому +1

      even Malaysians need to go Thailand to get married(s), so respect our neighbors..

    • @ustizc4790
      @ustizc4790 Рік тому

      @@paanbon6543 so they can hv sex legally..😁

  • @akmalbruhaha4658
    @akmalbruhaha4658 Рік тому +24

    The notion of 'lazy Malayans' came from the British colonials who at the time tried to exploit the Malayans into working in British plantation farms and tin mines. However, the exploitation failed. Malayans weren't interested into British recruitment system. The frustated British later recruited tons of Indians (Tamil/Telugu/Malayalam) and Chinese (Southern China) into working in British labour. Then the term 'lazy Malays' was coined. The Malays however, continued to work in rural areas without keeping in touch with urbanisation of some areas of Malaya at the time. The British even educated some early Malay leaders the notion of 'lazy Malays'. These leaders continued to spread the notion among the people. It's just a matter of perspective whether you believe it or not. Hey, the idea of Malay nationalism is now gone and irrelevant. Being lazy or industrious has nothing to do with racial today.

  • @maomikat
    @maomikat Рік тому +52

    Daria shows herself to be an astute observer of cultures and human behaviour, and has deep and honest insights. And conveys her views tactfully. She is really worth listening to.

    • @lotuseletre8724
      @lotuseletre8724 Рік тому +5

      yes, thank your sharing your thoughts Daria. She's affirmed what I have observed from the outside.

    • @brabaius162
      @brabaius162 Рік тому +1

      @@lotuseletre8724 It's a love story set in the Malay Federation. A russian migrant in search of adventure in far away land met an Indian migrant and fell in love..The tale of two migrants.❤❤❤❤speak english like an educated Indian

  • @hailyrizzo5428
    @hailyrizzo5428 Рік тому +43

    Very sharp observation about Malaysia, not just for a foreigner but even better than a local. Daria has the best view because she can step back and look at Malaysia as an 'outsider' but also resided in Malaysia and literally married into the society long enough to get the nuances.

    • @RUHappyATM
      @RUHappyATM Рік тому +1

      LOL, she's married to a Malaysian.
      But she does have a Plan B as well.

    • @brabaius162
      @brabaius162 Рік тому +2

      @@RUHappyATM It's a love story set in the Malay Federation. A russian migrant in search of adventure in far away land met an Indian migrant and fell in love..The tale of two migrants.❤❤❤❤

    • @brabaius162
      @brabaius162 Рік тому

      well obvoiously russians where she came from, are zombies with their bombs and their tanks..no wonder she don't want to return to russia

    • @RUHappyATM
      @RUHappyATM Рік тому +1

      @@brabaius162 RU sure he is an immigrant?

    • @GretMe-dx6st
      @GretMe-dx6st Рік тому

      @@RUHappyATM poor Chinese were brought to work in tin mines. while the British brought poor Indians to labor in plantations

  • @jamescps8799
    @jamescps8799 Рік тому +295

    Singapore is a first world country with highest GDP per capital, Malaysia is far behind in many way, but that doesn't mean Malaysian's living quality is lower. In Malaysia, we enjoy more space, lots of highway, good food, modern infrastructure, and we drive our car without the need to take the train for more privacy, bigger house , etc. But we still love Singapore for sure, they are our friends and we have family and friends in Singapore too.

    • @patrickjebireden1286
      @patrickjebireden1286 Рік тому +113

      To compare Malaysia with Singapore is......
      Singapore is just a city-state, Malaysia is a Nation.

    • @faisalz8849
      @faisalz8849 Рік тому +54

      To compare Sg to Malaysia is a bit skewed because the geography and demography is vastly different. It’s a little bit more accurate to compare Sg to KL city.

    • @amiryazidali7659
      @amiryazidali7659 Рік тому +17

      ​@@leealex24 FYi, KL has only 2 million people, Kelang Valley ( KL+Selangor) has 8 million people.

    • @Balangair1
      @Balangair1 Рік тому +41

      It is like using the yardstick to compare stuff... Which stick are you using? Malaysia's GDP is already past USD11500 last year. That's just a few hundred dollars short for it to be deemed a 'fully developed country'. Again if you use the health services as a yardstick and WHO criteria, Malaysia is already a developed country in 2023! That is now! Because the ratio of healthcare workers especially doctors and nurses produced has exceeded the minimum for it to be considered world class! Malaysia's healthcare is one of the world's best. Despite the long waiting period to see doctors in some public hospitals made worse by some richer folks who want free medicine and drugs in govt clinics! I certainly don't want to see Malaysia as a powerful country with a huge army and useless sophisticated weaponry that gets obsolete every so often to demonstrate we are a proud, strong yet touchy nation! (Like a certain country I know!)

    • @ld-n1648
      @ld-n1648 Рік тому

      @@wancipong Such a ra c I st response. Please don’t be a poor representation of your great country Singapore.

  • @evfdurs
    @evfdurs Рік тому +26

    Visited KL on a work trip recently as a SGean. It's pretty much the same as SG, better food. My Malaysian colleagues are just as hardworking as my Singapore counterparts 👍

    • @MaxChernov
      @MaxChernov  Рік тому +1

      Thanks for sharing!

    • @GretMe-dx6st
      @GretMe-dx6st Рік тому

      Singaporeans most stressed in the world a rat island

    • @nasirramli3601
      @nasirramli3601 Рік тому +3

      @@MaxChernov shame Many Singapore people stole cheaper petrol in Malaysia 🤭🤣😂

  • @terwandersingh3605
    @terwandersingh3605 Рік тому +6

    We are hard working but lazy when relaxing. Soo it is healthy to be lazy when necessary, but hard working when required. We enjoy life.

  • @ruslileman3787
    @ruslileman3787 Рік тому +11

    Another great discourse from both of you, bravo..

  • @siddd88
    @siddd88 Рік тому +3

    Listened to what she answered n shared I get some points.
    People from the west coming to southeast Asian mostly for the tropical beaches and islands attractions. Other than businesses where it mostly goes to Singapore. Or Bangkok too.
    Eventually after tired of chaotic in Bangkok, Thailand and stressful high paying densely Singapore, they discovered beautiful KL in between. Same standard (or a bit higher) but more laid back, cheaper and easier to live in. No stress no obstacles. Suiter to stay as a family. If they need extra weekend funs, thailand n Singapore is just 1hour away flight.

  • @Yasin_Affandi
    @Yasin_Affandi Рік тому +27

    Thanks for sharing this wonderful video. Daria is such a lovely person, speaks passionly, truthfully about Malaysia from her genuine perspective.

    • @Yasin_Affandi
      @Yasin_Affandi Рік тому +3

      By d way, d phrase 'Lazy Malaysians' on d cover of your video ???

    • @Yasin_Affandi
      @Yasin_Affandi Рік тому +2

      Malaysia Inside, d book written by Daria, an interview would d best opportunity to get her insights about d book n about Malaysia from her perspective, any plans for an interview about her book?

    • @norzainimohd-zain1325
      @norzainimohd-zain1325 Рік тому +5

      ​@@Yasin_Affandi maybe to 'impress' kiasu s'poreans? haha!

    • @Yasin_Affandi
      @Yasin_Affandi Рік тому +5

      @@norzainimohd-zain1325 Maybe, hahaha. 😀

    • @MaxChernov
      @MaxChernov  Рік тому +6

      @@Yasin_Affandi its how it works on UA-cam to get viewers :)

  • @inspire1al
    @inspire1al Рік тому +7

    I'm loving this series of interviews! Thank you for creating them!

  • @lees7340
    @lees7340 Рік тому +26

    My classmate who converted to SG citizenship has a biased opinion that SG is better in all aspects and KL is not safe. She recently visited and stayed at the more affluent area in KL, she was impressed and thought it’s better than SG. At least the condo she stayed is nicer, has a lot more square footage than her HDB.

    • @fendi2785
      @fendi2785 Рік тому +4

      of course. i guess your classmate must be from rural area when they are malaysian. i’m klite. born and breed so when i’m start travelling to singapore for my first job it seems not really impressed me. after more than 10 years back and forth between kl and singapore it seem both of this city the gap is not that big. people tend to compare between singapore and Malaysia so the gap getting bigger. compare apple to apple like KL vs Singapore. thats much better i believe. singapore is just a city

    • @maddies85
      @maddies85 Рік тому

      😂

  • @jipangmenjerit
    @jipangmenjerit Рік тому +12

    as person who born and live in johor, I agree with her statement. yes, johor has nothing much to see and places to go is far, except if you travel out from city center but mainly due to food.
    reason I staying here because of the food; there's variety here (probably because I am local here :P)

  • @tedlai6624
    @tedlai6624 Рік тому +3

    Congrats Max and team...11.3k subs & growing. Happy for you...hard work shall be rewarded

    • @MaxChernov
      @MaxChernov  Рік тому

      🙏🙏🙏♥️♥️♥️

  • @perrytsalakh1941
    @perrytsalakh1941 Рік тому +3

    Max, you have done a great job and as to Daria, her honesty and open mind is just fantastic

  • @kwpf
    @kwpf Рік тому +14

    Agree with her about Johor being an uninteresting place compared with KL for holidaying.

    • @mewleen
      @mewleen Рік тому

      I have been living in JB since born. What she said is so damn true.

    • @muhammadnasirmustafa3621
      @muhammadnasirmustafa3621 Рік тому +1

      You mean JB city, not Johor state. The state has many beautiful places.

    • @amri3816
      @amri3816 Рік тому +1

      If you like to fish Johor is best in peninsula

  • @apanamakamu
    @apanamakamu Рік тому +10

    Hey Max, just come over and stay here already 🤣 You seem quite interested on knowing what's it like living in Malaysia. Why not give it a go.

  • @raymondyeow2478
    @raymondyeow2478 Рік тому +3

    The lady's observation & insight on Malaysia/Malaysians are spot on. 2:10 - The 3 rules are actually good advice that applies to everyone anywhere. Overall a good interview 👍

  • @faisalz8849
    @faisalz8849 Рік тому +5

    Excellent interview, the questions were good and the answers are on point.

  • @jegmac
    @jegmac Рік тому +3

    nice of you to be very frank about Malaysia :)

  • @srekashraff
    @srekashraff Рік тому +2

    Good to watch this. I have been to some countries and have had mixed with the locals. Most of them will offer the best hospitality and kindness for the tourist. Approach the right person with the right attitude.

  • @blackknightshark7732
    @blackknightshark7732 Рік тому +3

    ❤ this one Max.. 🤠👍🏻

  • @babibrain
    @babibrain Рік тому +6

    love your video. your video is getting better and better

  • @sultrys2291
    @sultrys2291 Рік тому +11

    Max, great video.
    I like Daria's comment (even the first video few months back) because she lived long enough in Malaysia to be able to give it a fair comment and critic as an outsider/foreigner - therefore less biased but at the same time, still very respectful and tactful in how she put down her words.
    Max, would love to hear her or any other guest to comment on the religion and racial situation in Malaysia. Many Americans and Europeans have very negative view of a certain religion, some even preventing them from wearing certain attire (i.e France), associating them with fatal crime etc, so, how true or untrue is the west's media.
    I think South East Asian countries formed a pact called ZOPFAN - zone of peace, freedom and neutrality back in the 70s due to the Cold War. This is still being held fast although Philippines and Singapore do have closer relationship to one side than the other. That is why Malaysia in particular, have good relation with Russia (USSR back then) and the West (but we decided to look east to Japan in the 80s).

    • @MaxChernov
      @MaxChernov  Рік тому

      interesting perspective! thanks!

    • @maddies85
      @maddies85 Рік тому

      Yes this will be interesting to watch though 😊

  • @theKhumbaguy
    @theKhumbaguy Рік тому +2

    I enjoy your videos with Daria. She has great insight.

  • @stargazeronesixseven
    @stargazeronesixseven Рік тому +13

    Great to learn to improve ourselves from others' opinions ... Thank You So Much for the useful information that we normally wouldn't find in travelogues! 🙏🕯🌏🕊🇲🇾

    • @MaxChernov
      @MaxChernov  Рік тому +2

      thanks! we are trying to do smthg more unique on this channel

  • @bahazmedia
    @bahazmedia Рік тому +8

    Great video. Love it.

  • @MohdSahzirin1985Entertainment
    @MohdSahzirin1985Entertainment 11 місяців тому +6

    a simple comparison, Singapore cannot accommodate many people, because this country has very limited places to build homes, but Malaysia is a country that can accommodate millions of people..like a lot ❤❤ for this both countries, Malaysia 🇲🇾 and Singapore 🇸🇬 🎉🎉🎉

  • @brotherzam5710
    @brotherzam5710 Рік тому +68

    Malaysians are smart, innovative and hardworking and are not lazy like people who don't know and make up stories. That's why our country is developed and prosperous. Ignore what people who don't know say..... if you search and know about the country of Malaysia, you will definitely love and like .... because the country has a diversity of races, cultures and food .. greetings from Malaysia

    • @ld-n1648
      @ld-n1648 Рік тому +14

      So true, agree with you 💯 … For me personally, political tur moil is what has always been holding Malaysia back 😔 If not for that, I think our country would be the most advanced in the SEA region.

    • @Jack-hy2ki
      @Jack-hy2ki Рік тому +4

      Developing not developed.

    • @DaniTrejo45
      @DaniTrejo45 Рік тому

      I believe those lazy are alphabet warrior copypaste soybean cube folks that only know about specific maling, rendang, claim, batik knowledge...and they even have University for that kind of lazy special brain

    • @nikkol3077
      @nikkol3077 Рік тому

      Not lazy but slow lah. Especially our politics and our ROAD!!!!!!!! Come to old klang road and see how many pot holes!!!!!!!

    • @johankamarudin5155
      @johankamarudin5155 Рік тому +1

      Yeah. You see, there are many Malaysians at oversea working abroad and they prove that they are not lazy. For me that is how lazy can be measured if the race is lazy, they will not survive living outside Malaysia. I have many friends who work and living in Qatar UAE as an example and they are good hardworking, smart Malaysians.

  • @junnaui5525
    @junnaui5525 Рік тому +1

    It was a very enlightening and pleasant conversation.
    Sis Daria, may God shower you with blessings for the rest of your life. I wish you a healthy and happy life in the long - run. Have a great day today and every day!.. 🙏❤️

  • @zikrinazim8562
    @zikrinazim8562 Рік тому

    Beautifully done sharing sessions.

  • @kamalghaz
    @kamalghaz Рік тому +13

    Awesome talk. I like how Daria talks about her perspective on Malaysia, on its people, culture and everything, it is spot on. Realy like to get her book, to know more about her views about us. But is it only in Russia language? I hope there is an English version.

    • @MaxChernov
      @MaxChernov  Рік тому +6

      let me ask her to make the Eng ver :)

    • @rosliromasarms2111
      @rosliromasarms2111 Рік тому +2

      I want to read in English or BM language too... Pls ask her.. Thanks Mark...

    • @GretMe-dx6st
      @GretMe-dx6st Рік тому

      I think a Russian and an Indian should be the last to talk about crimes😂😂😂😂 Where she came from they are bombing each other😂😂😂😂 no wonder she stays for 30 years. Daria sould be writing about kgb or wars😏😏

  • @zafir7007
    @zafir7007 Рік тому +1

    Very insightful.

  • @think2349
    @think2349 8 місяців тому +1

    Daria is right about Johor, Genting and East Coast during monsoon season. I agree totally. I came from Johor and now live in KL (for non-gambler, Genting is not appealing). As to the East Coast during monsoon season, you may find yourself unable to enjoy the beautiful beaches because of the constant rain and big waves (which can be dangerous too). It is cold with strong wind. Even the fishermen stop fishing during the monsoon season.

  • @ajeezz6956
    @ajeezz6956 Рік тому +4

    love my country the way it is.. dun want to be like japanese & korea who work like no tomorrow.. get stress coz of workload.. then go jump over from a building!?? ..we like our balance live! ..not chasing money 24/7.. got drunk by night.. and repeat everything the next day!! ..after all its all up to you to choose how u want to run ur life!! ..may Allah guide us!! ..peace all!!

  • @Kinai89
    @Kinai89 8 місяців тому

    This is very helpful, thank you

    • @MaxChernov
      @MaxChernov  8 місяців тому

      You're very welcome!

  • @stlaw08
    @stlaw08 8 місяців тому

    Great interview. Very friendly & likeable lady. Well done.

  • @noordinbeldenlex1620
    @noordinbeldenlex1620 Рік тому +54

    Depending on what you're looking for, Thailand could be able to provide you with a better entertainment experience. Even a lot of Malaysians visit Thailand for leisure. On the other side, if you're seeking for a decent standard of living, Malaysia might be more pleasant for you. As Malaysia produces oil, which lowers the price of fuel here and lowers the price of other products as a result, Malaysia may also be more economical than Thailand. Due to the fact that many international businesses choose Singapore over other Southeast Asian countries to establish their regional headquarters, Singapore may have a much higher expat population. However. Due to their strong currency, which is three times stronger than Ringgit, Singapore is more expensive.
    In terms of food, the only significant difference between Malaysia and Singapore is the cost. Yet, Malaysian food, such as Nasi Lemak or Roti Chanai, is hard to find in Thailand while Thai food, such as Tom Yam, Song Tam are easy to find here. Malaysia's diversity is more apparent due to the prevalence of English-speaking Malays, Chinese, Indians, and other ethnic groups here. Malaysians frequently use English when speaking with foreigners to ensure that they can understand us. It's possible that many foreigners don't bother learning Bahasa when they are in Malaysia because they can still communicate with us in English. Only those who are driven to integrate into the community will go above and beyond to become so fluent in Bahasa. In contrast to Thai people, we need to master their language if we want to understand them better. Despite having Chinese or Malay ancestry, most people in Thailand are difficult to distinguish because they all speak Thai and English is not commonly spoken in Thailand.
    Like their counterparts in other Southeast Asian countries, Malaysians appear to be friendly people in general. We are used to strangers visiting or living in our country. We often let people enjoy our country on their own unless they require our assistance. If such is the case, we would be happy to help them. As an alternative, we are concerned that we would be seen as violating their privacy or arousing unjustified apprehension on their part. Yet, we give both tourists and expats a warm welcome and encourage them to get to know us as civilised people who can become excellent friends with them, especially while they are in our country.

    • @MaxChernov
      @MaxChernov  Рік тому +6

      amazing analytics! thanks!

    • @noordinbeldenlex1620
      @noordinbeldenlex1620 Рік тому +7

      @kepala kentang - Yes, we have a diverse selection of food because each ethnic group in Malaysia still adheres to its own culinary traditions, and exparts' restaurants serve their own cuisine to their own population, including Japanese, Koreans, Arabic, Thais, Indonesians, Myanmarese, Bangladeshis, Vietnamese, and many others. As a result, we have a wider selection of cuisine.

    • @khairulmuzzamirmatkassim4500
      @khairulmuzzamirmatkassim4500 Рік тому +7

      Malaysia are the most safest country for sure. Singapore too but Singapore easy to handle coz it’s too small. While Thailand , many Malaysian go over there to go for that ‘exxxtra’ entertainment. Mostly, not everyone but most of them.

    • @kengchooamir
      @kengchooamir Рік тому +1

      but I can't find Thai crab meat omelette in KL/PJ

    • @noordinbeldenlex1620
      @noordinbeldenlex1620 Рік тому +1

      @@kengchooamir - You can try at La Moon Thai Restaurant, Jalan Wan Kadir 3, Taman Tun Dr. Ismail G-02, The Green Terrace, Kuala Lumpur. The price is RM98.

  • @Ming1975
    @Ming1975 Рік тому

    She totally sounds local.
    Very educational interview. This lady has been around.

  • @krisztinafoo27
    @krisztinafoo27 Рік тому +1

    Good to hear Daria's perspective. Good , bad, we are just chilled 😁..
    Although we sometimes can be quite protective , because only we can complain.. no lah 😂

  • @ataisnake5890
    @ataisnake5890 Рік тому +1

    You are right, Daria. My gosh you are really right... i sometimes say the same thing as well the moment i cross the causeway as well step in the airport. Thanks for making the wake us Malaysians.

  • @shazminbahari32
    @shazminbahari32 Рік тому

    Thank you for your feedback Daria! Appreciate dat🎉

  • @skanthaadsigns
    @skanthaadsigns Рік тому +3

    You are very kind.. Thank you 🙏

  • @bungaraya19082013
    @bungaraya19082013 Рік тому +5

    GDP in Singapore is higher, but most of its people live in stress condition, since the cost of living is very expensive.

    • @KeoNz
      @KeoNz Рік тому +2

      that's a stereotype actually. Singapore came in 27th out of 146 countries in the World Happiness Report 2022. Malaysia is ranked 70th

    • @PassionPno
      @PassionPno Рік тому +1

      This is what Malaysians like to think. Singapore is affordable if you earn in SGD.

  • @lyneh674
    @lyneh674 Рік тому

    Brilliant!

  • @nurlisafadli80
    @nurlisafadli80 Рік тому +1

    This is enjoyable to watch and listen

  • @rolandfoo6607
    @rolandfoo6607 Рік тому

    Beautifully .. thank you!

  • @internationalfranchisealli5547

    You have a great attitude and 👍 feel of who to interview

  • @babibrain
    @babibrain Рік тому +28

    The discourse surrounding the characterization of Malays as inherently lazy is a common one. However, a closer examination reveals that this perception is unfounded, for every race undoubtedly encompasses both industrious and indolent individuals. So, why is the Malay community, in particular, burdened with this label? The answer, I suggest, lies not in their innate disposition, but rather in their prioritization of religion. By placing spiritual fulfillment above other pursuits, Malays may appear to be less ambitious in the realm of material gain. Conversely, Chinese Malaysians, who exhibit an assiduous work ethic, prioritize the accumulation of wealth as a primary objective. Thus, it is not a matter of laziness, but rather a question of divergent value systems that gives rise to these different modes of behavior.

    • @ld-n1648
      @ld-n1648 Рік тому

      FYI, no specific race was mentioned in the video though, just Malaysians in general. And she did debunk the preconceived notion that many Singaporeans have, which is, Malaysians are lazy 😂

    • @JayAnuar
      @JayAnuar Рік тому

      @@ld-n1648 fyi, it was common knowledge by now that Malays are the one being labelled as that. Thus here comment wasn't unwarranted. The way he/she gave the explaining was nice and accurate.

  • @xyayatx
    @xyayatx Рік тому

    good point of view

  • @fiona4228
    @fiona4228 Рік тому

    Great interview with a lovely woman.

  • @rurounikenshin3607
    @rurounikenshin3607 Рік тому +8

    "Genting is overrated". That so true and everything is just overpriced

  • @cantikpnd6384
    @cantikpnd6384 Рік тому

    Good advice.. yes be ur self n get along that all

  • @fairos911118
    @fairos911118 Рік тому

    She’s very well spoken and seems to hv nice personality as well..

  • @enchesoyaregaliaatriadelig5951

    Are you sure she is not Malaysian? Anyway I'm totally agree with what she said / explained... Very well said!

  • @atikah4830
    @atikah4830 10 місяців тому

    Her comment about the Langkawi rental car was spot on

  • @annakim9300
    @annakim9300 Рік тому +3

    I agree with her about Genting.

  • @mdhzwn
    @mdhzwn Рік тому +4

    Malaysia is like Asgard, it is not a place, but it is the people.

  • @khairulazlanabdullah8638
    @khairulazlanabdullah8638 Рік тому +38

    For me Malaysia is the heaven of earth...even we are not rich as Singapore but we are happy what we have...

    • @kaiserlow652
      @kaiserlow652 Рік тому +1

      S'pore is not a heaven but we are lucky and happy to be born in this country!

  • @caravaz
    @caravaz 11 місяців тому +1

    Now u doing a good video showing different personality

  • @t700qwe8
    @t700qwe8 7 місяців тому

    Nice info..

  • @Ghuruba90
    @Ghuruba90 Рік тому +12

    I remember last years Singaporean man with Samurai sword attack random people on the road and drunk gangster fighting in the club but world will forget and forgives because the name of Singapore.. If the samething happen in Malaysia the world will said Malasyia is the most dangerous country in the world and the world will not forget and forgive..

    • @zulimanismail1966
      @zulimanismail1966 Рік тому

      Since when everyone in the world care about Malaysia..??..

    • @hazejm
      @hazejm Рік тому

      Happened in Geylang street isn't it?

    • @Ghuruba90
      @Ghuruba90 Рік тому +3

      @@hazejm Yes..malaysian artist have been attack by singaporean.. There is many more crime almost everyday i see in singapore but they still say singapore is safe 😂 if the same situation happen in malaysia they will say malaysia is dangerous 😂 so funny singaporean 😂😂

    • @Ghuruba90
      @Ghuruba90 Рік тому

      @@zulimanismail1966 Since when singapore is Tanah Suci with no crime ?? 🤣 i think you haven't been the most dangerous country like to mexico, usa or philippine, the people can bring g*n everywhere

    • @ben.s.s
      @ben.s.s Рік тому

      There is no injury no? That is just one of the rare incident that a drug addict went crazy in the neighborhood with a cosplayer sword and got pin down by a few passerby. Such an incident it can get into the news that says how safe sg is.
      We don’t have riders go along the road and snatch hand bags from old folks and woman in sg, we also don’t have syndicates that tow your car away from shopping center to sell, we also don’t have robbers that knife old people withdrawing from atm for just 3k sgd.
      That’s why Sg has the impression Malaysia is a dangerous place, too much crimes stealing, robbing even in daylight.

  • @redmuggle7346
    @redmuggle7346 Рік тому +2

    As a Malaysian myself, I agree about Johor.

  • @rizlanghazali985
    @rizlanghazali985 Рік тому +1

    Goto Cameron Highlands and Fraser's Hill for family vibes...

  • @umazh9765
    @umazh9765 Рік тому +9

    Even me as johorean also think same as this lady. I dont think johor is fascinating enough to be visited. Nothing to offer except for the legoland, forest city, bla bla bla. I think johor has many attractive places to show to people outside there but sadly there were no effort to make it attractive. Many beautiful kampung and cultures but not enough effort to promote them.

    • @MaxChernov
      @MaxChernov  Рік тому +2

      I love to go to Desaru ♥️

    • @GajahMengaumTheBruce
      @GajahMengaumTheBruce Рік тому +2

      JB is like a business city, many even Sngaporeans go to JB especially Pasir Gudang area for customers visits at the fabrication yards or industrial areas. It was not like this back in the 70s or 80s. Pantai Lido was a beautiful laid back area where families or couples will hang out at the long stretch of the beach area. And this is in the middle of JB. I love JB. It has this old city vibes. But then again Johor is a large state. There are so many places to explore.

    • @muhdazmi9264
      @muhdazmi9264 Рік тому +1

      Haha.. same.. even im muarian.. serius johor bosan pdhl byk benda boleh offer.. why not ambik sikit2 idea dr melaka..

  • @ridzz
    @ridzz Рік тому +28

    If I remember correctly, the saying that Malaysia has very bad crime rate started from during the time when Singapore PM was Lee Kuan Yew. Someone high ranking mentioned it and it was quoted in the news. There was a bit of a small hu-ha that happened because of that because that person specifically mentioned Johor in their assertion. So from then on, Singaporeans always repeat this statement as a cautionary tale. Something like, "look at that clerk, if you don't study hard u will grow up to be a clerk" type of thing. 🤷

    • @MaxChernov
      @MaxChernov  Рік тому +13

      Yeh, I don’t think Johor is so dangerous

    • @secrets.295
      @secrets.295 Рік тому +7

      It used to be back in the 90s even during early 2010s. But ever since, the police have stepped up, snatched theft has been reduced and illegal racing was also reduced these days. It is still happening every now and then but it is not nearly as bad as it used to be. I actually think KL is moderately safe compared to most other cities. I haven't spent a lot of time in JB so I can't speak of the city quite as much.

    • @sirbobhatethenumberyoutubegive
      @sirbobhatethenumberyoutubegive Рік тому +4

      yeah, i live there 15 years before & i'm still alive😆😆

    • @ld-n1648
      @ld-n1648 Рік тому +11

      @@oralabora One thing to note about Sabah, it’s the state which has the highest amount of illegals (more than 1 million population). The local Sabah population is only around 2.9 million. Most of the crimes (especially the heavy ones), are committed by these illegal immigrants, and that’s truly a sad fact. I’m a Malaysian Sabahan btw.

    • @MaxChernov
      @MaxChernov  Рік тому +2

      @Entertainment WOW that what you are saying actually sounds dangerous! 😅

  • @tvok10
    @tvok10 Рік тому

    Quite honest,generally

  • @kakatuaa
    @kakatuaa 14 днів тому

    I totally agree with her opinion on JB city and Genting Highlands

  • @mybabylokey
    @mybabylokey 11 місяців тому

    Daria, I think I met her many years ago in Bangsar. If I can still recall, it was a dinner at home gig she was doing with her friends.

  • @maliaismail4670
    @maliaismail4670 Рік тому +4

    She's right. Cultural Appropriation is not a thing in Malaysia 😂 and I like this Daria. She's very tactful.

  • @kopxpert
    @kopxpert Рік тому +4

    3:49 "Cultural Appropriation" is a western (or US) thing. For us Malaysians, that term is just mind boggling and confusing..... to us it's "cultural appreciation"

  • @pgobservers
    @pgobservers Рік тому +4

    It is true that Malaysia has a policy known as the New Economic Policy (NEP) which was introduced in 1971 to address economic inequalities among the different ethnic groups in the country. The policy aims to increase the participation of the Malay community in the economy and reduce the wealth gap between the Malays and other ethnic groups.
    As part of the NEP, the government requires all companies operating in Malaysia to have a certain percentage of Malays in their workforce, including at the management and board levels. Specifically, for companies listed on the Malaysian stock exchange, the government requires that at least 30% of their board of directors be made up of Malays.
    This requirement is meant to ensure that the Malay community is represented in the decision-making process of these companies and has a stake in the country's economic growth.
    It is important to note that while the NEP is intended to promote Malay participation in the economy, it also aims to encourage the development of all communities in Malaysia. The policy has undergone several revisions over the years, and its implementation has been a subject of debate and criticism from some quarters.
    Overall, it is accurate to say that Malaysia has a policy that requires companies to have Malay representation at the non-executive director level in order to do business in the country. So the impact and effect of such policy is very obvious. 0:01

    • @pgobservers
      @pgobservers Рік тому +2

      Malaysia having NEL policy and makes every non Malay company to employ Malay as their non executive director in order to do business in Malaysia. Even though there is a limit of 30 directorships, but it seems many dignities and children of elites holding more than 30 directorships of companies.
      It is true that Malaysia has a New Economic Policy (NEP) that includes affirmative action programs aimed at promoting the economic advancement of the country's majority ethnic group, the Malays. One aspect of this policy is the requirement that all publicly listed companies in Malaysia have at least one Malay non-executive director on their board.
      While there is a limit of 30 directorships that an individual can hold, it is true that some individuals, including the children of prominent politicians such as Dr. Mahathir Mohamad, have been known to hold directorships in multiple companies. This has led to concerns about potential conflicts of interest and the need for greater transparency and accountability in corporate governance.
      It is worth noting that Malaysia has made some efforts to address these concerns in recent years. For example, the Securities Commission Malaysia has introduced guidelines aimed at promoting good corporate governance and addressing conflicts of interest on company boards. However, it remains to be seen how effective these measures will be in practice, and whether they will be sufficient to address the broader issues raised by Malaysia's affirmative action policies. 0:01

    • @Jinkypigs
      @Jinkypigs Рік тому

      LOL. Except given how corrupt the politicians are in there, the ones who benefit the most are cronies of said politicians.

  • @vonbayernDE
    @vonbayernDE Рік тому

    If Najib build MRT with less station(esp the one thats very far from city center - like sg buloh and kajang) and make sure the feeder bus is very good, i think public transport will be lot better(less time to travel). Maybe it will be on par with singapore. If i am not mistaken, the mrt in SG is financed with land that is sold to build shopping complex.

  • @esphilee
    @esphilee Рік тому +1

    She is lovely.

  • @honeygoseyney2421
    @honeygoseyney2421 11 місяців тому +5

    I am a Singaporean who LOVE Malaysia so much. Food in Malaysia is SOooooooOOO much better and more variety.
    Although, if i want healthier option, i will get them in Singapore and I do appreciate that as well.

  • @vanhelsing3225
    @vanhelsing3225 Рік тому +1

    You don't know how your country until foreigner give their opinion on your country... Is like reading people review about your shop on Google maps.
    She is very nice person BTW.

  • @matzmn
    @matzmn Рік тому

    I agree with her, Genting is overrated. Even the weather is usually bad.

  • @sirbobhatethenumberyoutubegive

    nice & wise women👍👍👍

  • @leodavinclavigan6166
    @leodavinclavigan6166 Рік тому +9

    Frankly speaking, Malaysia is a nation with no strong culture unlike other nations. Malaysian tend to accept any outside cultures which they percieved benefited to them and suite to thier preferance. Thus, thats why many foriegners will claim that they easily assimilate with local in Malaysia.

  • @pikapikapikachu6679
    @pikapikapikachu6679 Рік тому

    Daria's so beautiful❤️

  • @KironManuelCards
    @KironManuelCards 7 місяців тому

    She is an Extremely lucky person.I actually tried a few times to get foreigners to stay in Malaysia.

  • @rickywong2030
    @rickywong2030 Рік тому +14

    Singaporean always say Malaysia is dangerous but will never say USA is dangerous when they visit USA.

    • @muhammadnasirmustafa3621
      @muhammadnasirmustafa3621 Рік тому

      It's normal to compare with your closest neighbour.

    • @BencerCourt123
      @BencerCourt123 Рік тому +3

      Yes, many cities in US are like in the warzone. But Singaporean worships US. Nothing bad of US compred to Malaysia.

    • @muhammada2445
      @muhammada2445 Рік тому

      Typical for them to worship white.

    • @ben.s.s
      @ben.s.s Рік тому +1

      Don’t know where you all get that idea from, opinion of young teens? As adults we also read world news and don’t worship angmoh. US is definitely not safe with all the gun violence and US after Obama is just going downhill.
      However as a small Nation we do not want to make enemies, whatever our opinion are doesn’t change the fact that we can’t offend anyone just for the sake of it.

  • @jameshetfield1792
    @jameshetfield1792 Рік тому +7

    the country is the reflection of its people...Malaysia wont be where it is if the people are lazy...as simple as that... when I was young i used to work more than 12 hours a day

  • @ruffeyx
    @ruffeyx Рік тому

    4:40 😂😂😂 is that a reference to Masterchef UK where the judge criticised the chicken rendang for not being crispy?? 🤣🤣🤣

  • @al-paciyes5722
    @al-paciyes5722 Рік тому +2

    You survived 20 years here. You may not have survived that long in Chicago, LA, San Francisco, NYC....

  • @henrikgustav2294
    @henrikgustav2294 6 місяців тому

    It is nice that thailand indonesia malaysia singapore philipines etc are closed to each other

  • @zainudinderus6917
    @zainudinderus6917 Рік тому

    We Love malaysia

  • @xuando9066
    @xuando9066 Рік тому +1

    Tôi thích du lịch Malaysians cảnh đẹp quá

  • @dendenju
    @dendenju 16 днів тому

  • @cityliving-rainforestperson
    @cityliving-rainforestperson Рік тому +3

    3:10 That reminds me of an acquaintance who went for a drink with my other half and they came across one European expat inserting “lah” in almost every sentence. The acquaintance, not able to contain himself… started scolding the over excited “lah” expat. 😂🫢
    21:12 I’m in a mix marriage too. For me, we exposes our kiddo to both cultures pretty much as soon as kiddo is born. 😅 Many of my maternal extended families are the same and their kids speak 3 - 5 languages.

  • @nursuaidahisa5758
    @nursuaidahisa5758 Рік тому +1

    As Malaysian I personally do agree genting is overrated 😅 and there's not much to see in JB. But in the end it depends on people preference, some people might enjoy going to these places