A very down to earth MP! Met him during his shopping trip and I asked to speak to him about my drug problem outside my HDB home. Without hesitation, took note of my case and he wrote to the police and other relevant authorities and cc copied to me! No more problems after that. Never had he said to meet him at the MPS! I truly respect Mr Yatiman !
Of Course he has to be “ down to earth “ when his Race’s Loyalty, Trust etc being Questioned… You expect someone whose Race is Rdy Marginalised & Oppressed to be Confrontational ?
I miss Mr Yatiman as my MP…😢 He’s spot on about the issues that were raised. It’s good seeing him in good health. I wish there are more leaders like him in today’s politics.
Kudos, Ex-MP Yatiman Yusof, you are a wise man, eloquent and clear ideas communicator and your demeanour, of absolute sincerety. As a person slightly older than you, I share your observations in your dialogue. Undoubtedly, there was no Singapore in our past origination but just evolution, those moments have had changed the creatures inhabiting this original ground. However, I am positive about the future... As you spoke, 60 years is long time, I beg for more time for solutions than divisions. Have a purposeful journey.
As he said, now all government issues are now handled by the civil service. The scholars high flyers scoring top marks in exams. And thus we know the reason why so much train faults. Imagine when they build a nuclear power plant. Instead of buying BTO, everyone should buy a ship to sail away when Singapore become a nuclear waste.
Baik-lah, Encik Yatiman. As a non-Malay Singaporean, I think the Singaporean Malays themselves have done very well, after coming a long way. Congratulations. What I just want to say here is that the kind of "trust" that I would love to see most in my country is both of the "implicit" and "explicit" kind. Macam the kind shown by a good team in a baton-relay race - where each runner, tau sama tau, is not only speedy, but each also carrying and passing the baton smoothly and skilfully to the next runner without dropping it. Demikian itu, kita maju. Majulah Singapura.
Johoreans should always Continue to be Grateful to Singapore… Follow in footsteps of Your Current Agong … not underestimate SG Power …SG Owns Agong … One Wrong Move and Agong’s Assets in SG can Disappear 😊
And any race can be Muslim or Christian or Buddhist. So we should not link Race with religion. I digress a bit : is Philipino a Malay? Are there Malay Philipinos? Philipino can be interpreted as a Nationality. A Chinese Philipino is also a Philipino.
Topic is a Political Minefield… Vis Conflicted ( Why provide Opportunity for Government to pad their answers ? ) … Vis better off being a Moderator . Invite Hsien Loong to answer SG Muslim Concerns PUBLICLY ..😊
[1] Served in a sensitive unit (electronic warfare) in the Air Force for national service. Went for an intensive two rounds background screening. When I was finally posted in Tengah Airbase, I was surprised, despite being a sensitive unit, there were Chinese with drugs offences, who managed to get in. [2] Was annoyed that the former MP did not point out that the 'free education for Malays' is no longer there. It has been phased out in 1992.
Understanding. Trust. Repeated again and again but after 60 years of government investment the problems besetting the Malay community at large - low income, poor diet, low education level, addiction - remain. Why? The matter of religion and its influence was skilfully skirted in this discussion. Lee Kuan Yew noted in an interview, he never said Malays were not good citizens, but then went on to suggest they had not integrated but remained very much separate from the rest of the public. It seems Malay integration had failed, and the reason does not lie in past British policies nor lack of resolve by the Singapore government.
@@vinnysing1324I have many Chinese friends. They're the ones who know what I can & cannot drink & eat. They know when I should perform my daily & Friday prayers. My "Muslim issues" were their concerns. Where have u been to say this?
@@NizamMrNiceCan You explain the Phenomena surrounding The Chinese Peranakans? ie. All have Muslim Roots but are so much more Integrated & Prosperous After Ditching/ Distancing from Islam? ie .. Coincidence, Phenomena etc ? 🤔
A frank & open discussion on Malay Muslim community that would be too sensitive to talk about in the past I am quite curious why Chinese was not mentioned directly in his sharing.
His message is encrypted timely for the fourth generation leaders. But with all due respect, there is this rich / poor divide across the three races now, Mr Yatiman Yusof.
The old MP only observed one side of Singapore story. Did he realised, " In Singapore, why are most security guards predominantly Malays? Why are the elderly individuals clearing food trays in hawker centres usually Chinese? Why are the aged uncles and aunties selling tissues near food courts often Chinese? Why are the elderly Chinese uncles and aunties the ones collecting cardboard and old items? 0:01
My observations touch on some complex social and economic dynamics in Singapore. Here are some insights: Security Guards: The security industry in Singapore has a significant number of Malay workers. This could be due to various factors, including community networks, job availability, and historical employment patterns12. Additionally, the security sector often provides stable employment opportunities that may appeal to certain demographics. Hawker Centre Cleaners: Many of the older workers clearing trays in hawker centres are Chinese. This might be linked to the aging population within the Chinese community and the availability of such jobs, which are often less demanding in terms of language skills and qualifications34. Tissue Sellers: Elderly Chinese individuals selling tissues is a common sight. This could be due to a combination of factors, including limited retirement savings, a desire to remain active, and the lack of other employment opportunities56. Cardboard Collectors: The elderly Chinese population is also prominent among those collecting cardboard. This activity is often seen as a way to supplement their income, especially for those who may not have sufficient retirement funds78. These patterns reflect broader socio-economic trends and the challenges faced by different communities in Singapore. It’s important to recognize the resilience and hard work of these individuals, who contribute significantly to the society despite the difficulties they face.
The absence of elderly Malays in certain jobs like clearing trays in hawker centres or selling tissues near food courts can be attributed to various socio-economic and cultural factors: Community Support: The Malay community in Singapore often has strong family and community support systems. This can provide better care and financial assistance for the elderly, reducing the need for them to take up such jobs. Employment Patterns: Different communities may have varying employment patterns and job preferences. Historical and cultural factors can influence the types of jobs that are more common within each community. Government Assistance: Singapore has various social assistance programs that might be more effectively utilized by some communities. These programs can help elderly individuals avoid having to take up low-paying or physically demanding jobs. Cultural Norms: Cultural norms and values can also play a role. In some communities, there might be a stronger emphasis on caring for the elderly within the family, which can reduce the need for them to seek employment. These factors contribute to the observed differences in job roles among the elderly in Singapore. It’s a complex issue influenced by a mix of social, economic, and cultural dynamics. 0:01
Excellent conversation, thank you! We can look forward to the near future when AGI and ASI help (at least a significant number) of the Malay community (and other communities too!) pursue not-yet-imagined possibities for their own prosperity and Singapore's abundant future :)
What is elites? Whats is pro? Why they top there? They grind and have the never say die can do spirit..without assistance hand guidance..without waiting for help,,in short is can’t be sitting duck. Top earners create all time .. low income always receive assistance..till numb
These are the grievances of Malay Singaporeans towards PAP. I am Hokkien chinese Singaporean, I believe that chinese Singaporeans have grievances towards PAP too! It's too simple, too naive to say that Lee Kuan Yew did not impose mandarin as standard language because he didn't want assimilation. Before Lee Kuan Yew was Lee Kuan Yew, he was Harry Lee. Harry Lee is from the peranakan baba minority group in Singapore. They were trusted by the british colonials. They were a pro british westernised minority group. I am from hokkien chinese group. The british didn't trust us. The peranakans are a hybrid cultural group, they are not really chinese. They don't speak any form of chinese language. Lee Kuan Yew doesn't speak chinese, He doesn't speak any kind of dialects at all. He suppressed the dialects in Singapore. "Dialects" are not "dialects" at all. If you are hokkien, hokkien "dialect" is your mother tongue. Mandarin is a northern chinese dialect. Nothing to do with southern min nan hokkiens at all. It is total joke to say that mandarin is mother tongue of southern chinese. Complete joke. Lee Kuan Yew suppressed the chinese schools because they were a power base of the dialect chinese. It is all politics. As a matter of fact, Singapore have be ruled by peranakans since 1959. This is why Singapore is not "chinese" but westernised. Our chinese culture, our language is being destroyed! Who is peranakan? Lee Kuan Yew is peranakan. Lee Hsien Loong is peranakan. Tony Tan is peranakan. Wee Kim Wee is peranakan. Goh Keng Swee is peranakan. Lim kim San is Peranakan. Toh Chin Chye is peranakan. We are ruled by peranakans. But I am not anti peranakan. They have contributed a lot to development of Singapore, but we have our grievances!
Correction: It's Article 152 in the Singaporean Constitution but Article 153 in the Malaysian Constitution. The Malaysian Constitution states it's "special position", not "special rights". The latter term came up in the form of implementation of the quotas.
@02june80 Perlembagaan Malaysia menggariskan tiga syarat untuk melayakkan seseorang digelar Melayu: 1. Fasih berbahasa Melayu 2. Beragama Islam 3. Mengamalkan adat resam dan istiadat Melayu Disebabkan inilah tertimbul banyak salah faham di kalangan bukan Melayu bahawa kononnya masuk Islam tu masuk Melayu.
Good he said what he believed! This shd be watched by all singaporeans. So we can better understand each other. I like mr sidek saniff too. Very nice minister. Hope you can do an interview with him. He came to my daughter’s primary school. For the edusave awards ceremony. He told all the recepients: no need to save your award money. Take and go out and use the money to enjoy yslves. You deserve it!’ Such an understanding person. I understand he was a teacher too?
Very good discussion but misses the elephant in the room even though it was touched on. Why is the Malay community still lagging behind even in a system that professes meritocracy in Singapore? Similar to their Malaysian counterparts they feel that they are the privileged race to always be given priority over others amidst slightly differently worded provisions in their respective constitutions. It's their *entitlement mentality* that is holding them back as they always feel that they deserve better preferential treatment in everything and everywhere in every level of society even though their individual skills and knowledge may not be on par with others competing in whatever endeavours or job positions and they somehow felt discriminated against if they were not given special preferential treatment and sulk. Whereas others especially the Chinese and Indians always look for ways at how to better themselves whenever they fail to achieve what they aspire for. The very provisions that were designed to protect them against discrimination are now working against them to move on as a progressive group of people. That's why over pampering children will make them too dependent and they lose their ability to be independent and stand on their own two feet.❤
The “ elephant “ is LKY’s Predatory Bad Habits & Racist Policies… You think Visva ( a known PAP ⚽️ Polisher ) dares to raise these & risk being Politically Targeted & possibly Cancelled? 😊
Here are some concrete statistics on drug abuse in Singapore by ethnicity: Malay Community: In 2022, approximately 1,300 drug abusers in Singapore were of Malay ethnicity, making it the largest ethnic group represented among drug abusers1. Chinese Community: The Chinese community follows, with a significant number of drug abusers as well1. Indian and Other Communities: There are also notable numbers of drug abusers from the Indian community and other ethnic groups2. These statistics indicate that while the Malay community has a higher representation, drug abuse is a widespread issue affecting multiple communities in Singapore. It’s crucial to address the root causes and provide support across all groups to effectively combat this problem. 0:01
SG Government very Capable… Even an Indian can Qualify as Malay to Win Reserved PE17 Uncontested… They can easily Manufacture another Obedient Symbolic General to Suit …😊
People like this ex-MP is why the community is not improving. Keeps harping on the poor statistics but doesn't know what's wrong, has no concrete proposal to recommend even though he claims to be "on the ground". Just wants the government to "look further into it", "spend more resources on it" (exactly on what we don't know) - these are not answers we expect from someone "on the ground" especially as an ex-MP himself.
Inaccurate… Allegations that Incriminate both LKY & Goh Yong Hong ( Ex Comm of Police & Known LKY’s Blue Eyed Lap Dog ) Filed in SG High Court in their Lifetime… Sadly both passed within weeks in 2015 AFTER Allegations Filed in SG High Court… Coincidence? 🤔
@@jagkoh5505 a bit dodgy. Errrrr......got the bendahara and tememggung family. Current johore sultan from the temenggung family. Plus 2 contenders resulting in splitting of johor riau sultanate by the dutch and english. Need to go for history lesson
You do realize that malay reserve act only introduced in Federated Malay States (states with sultan) but singapore as a straits settlement colony was under the British administration. Raffles leased Singapore from the Johore Sultanate for 10,000 pound per year.
Is racial harmony an enforced situation or is it altruism? Likewise, what is the real meaning of SG Bilingualism? Many Chinese tak chakap mandarin fluently. Is it based on a limited definition by someone ? Language is art is ambiguous? Any lawyers can debunk?
It is good to teach someone how to catch a fish but this person then need to make the effort to go and catch the fish themselves. Free education are given to help the Malay but the effort to study hard and to make the grade is required. Each race had to make their own effort to succeed. Overall the progress of Malay Singaporeans is good.
"Free education for the Malay Community" has already been phased out in 1992. You need to be informed before making statements that you know nothing about.
@@WingWingHerro Those in financial need still gets it free. Those who already are capable of self payments paid for their fair share, same as apply to the other races also. There is equality for treatment of all races today. Singapore Malays had comes a long way towards self sustaination today.
Listen to the vid.. btw, since trust was mentioned, what % of malays serves NS in Army, Navy n Air Force ? As compared to Civil Defence n Police Force.... n a minister ever stated that we cannot have a non chinese PM
@@gypseeman like Israel lor. Israeli arabs except druze and Bedouins are not allowed to serve in Israel armed forces. I think the percentage of melayus in singapore armed forces far greater than the percentage of nons in the other side.
@@gypseeman those were the days when sembawang shipyard was under royal malaysia navy. Ktm land was under Malaysia control. Meaning Malaysia can literally........i could still remember under mahathir administration, Malaysia and Indonesia conducted joint military exercise in johore in conjunction with israel president visit. So happen to be close to national day...... Singapore troops belakang pusing go north. Epic happenning.......not sure that limpeh singgie lang know
A good interview. The policy of meritocracy is implemented to a T; every Singaporean regardless of race, language or religion has a chance to succeed either by themselves or with help from the community. From this opportunity, some Malays (like all the other races) are more successful than others. They appear (are observed) to be slowly but steadily disassociating themselves from the less successful Malays who are facing the problems or issues of the day. Are they doing enough to help their Malay brothers and sisters (not just the religious aspects) through community work through their expertise or skills as well as resources? The issue is they see themselves more as a Muslim (ie religion, spiritual) rather than Malay (ie culture, civilisation). Majority of Malays consider religion first and culture second. As an example, Malays who own a second home in Johore and elsewhere are definitely different from Malays who go to Johore to buy groceries and returning home to their HDB flats. The latter group is more attuned with the other ordinary citizens (the Ah Pek and Ah Soh and the Muthusamy)
What Drugs You On Bro ? … ie. recent Scandalous Uncontested Reserved Presidency is “ Meritocracy “ ? 😂… so Disgraceful , Incumbent didn’t even Contest Re Election … Did more Damage to SG Malay image 😊
Viswas, brilliant interview. You beautifully asked the hard and inconvenient questions. Like you im perplexed as well. Despite all that’s been done, why is the Malay community still lagging behind? Respectfully Mr Yusoff complexity lies within every race not just the Malays. To generalise this issue to complexity is evading the question.
It depends on which socio-economic rung the said Malay falls under, because motivation is directly correlated with resources. Complex issues such as: National Service - which affects employment (especially during pre-independence); drugs epidemic (a highly common occurrence in lower income communities around the world) also has an effect on the Malay community.
@@WingWingHerro You wrote the motivation is directly correlated with resources. Do you agree that these are only directly correlated but not caused by? In case of Chinese migrants, they had lack or no resources at all when they came somewhere except their body, heart and mind but still they could change themselves to better socioeconomic rungs. So, why this intended change couldn't happen or slowly happened among certain groups even with resources inputed?
@@jaju710 “Lack of resources at all when they came” I love the underdog story. A trip from China to Malaya and ultimately to Singapore would cost a hefty sum back then no? When they arrived, didn’t the Chinese Clan Association (Kongsi) who are funded by colonial Britain in hopes of offsetting indigenous population, helped out with lodging and food?
Malay Singaporeans were de facto not required to serve national service from the beginning of the draft in its initial years from 1967 until 1977, largely due to cultural and racial sensitivities with the country's immediate neighbour Malaysia.
There was an unfortunate side effect to the non-recruitment of Malays into National Service. Employers in Singapore are generally unwilling to recruit or train young male workers who have not completed National Service or obtained exemption papers as these youths can be called up at any time. Since Malays were not officially exempted from National Service, Malay youths were unable to obtain apprenticeships or regular jobs, and many were forced into an extended limbo period of about 10 years from ages 14 to 24 … (this) was in part responsible for the high percentage of Malay youths who became involved in heroin abuse during the late 1970s
@@SIGNALacquired Now that's exactly why they don't trust the Malays. The Malays always bring up the bumi / native topic which is seen as to create divides based on owner-tenant relationships instead of a meritocratic everyone-is-equal one more accepted by the majority of the country. Until the Malay community can put away their us-them / native-migrant ideas, they would not be trusted.
in the quran, muslims are instructed " O you who have believed, do not take the Jews and the Christians as allies. They are [in fact] allies of one another. And whoever is an ally to them among you - then indeed, he is [one] of them. Indeed, Allah guides not the wrongdoing people."
@@halalpork4667 Free Palestine from Zionist occupation. Stop the geno-cide sponsored by the Js and the Cs. Even your name is deliberately offensive to Muslims.
Why the minority ethnic Indian Singaporeans are doing much better? In fact these ethnic minority are "over" represented politically without raising the resentment of most Chinese Singaporeans who are the dominant ethnic group of the land. Is islam the cause? Is soul searching required as a remedy? My former Malay classmate was a former Malay Singaporean. His command of English isn't inferior to the ethnic Indian & Chinese Malaysians. He's a retired English teacher in a Malay elementary school.
Malaya may be claimed as Malay land BUT not Malaysia. Four former British colonies/protectorate states merge to form a new nation, Malaysia. Singapore, Malaya, Sarawak and Sabah (North Borneo) merhed to form the federation upon British cohesion.
Why there is a need for Malay / Indonesian extract in race component category while there is none for Chinese and Indians? The "racist" agenda was introduced during your term. "You" indirectly separated the SG Malays from the Jemaah (congregation) - to prove SG Malays are different from the rest of nusantara Malays?
To prevent the malay unity. The racial composition is base on Israeli zionist model. Ah loong once said, if Malays were to catch up in the population(due to higher birth rate) then Singapore will be a different country(maybe Malaysia)
No one solution fits all. Education remained the utmost important agenda in bringing a level playing field with other citizens. On the same note, there was much improvement in the educational level for the Malays. In other aspects of social development, the Malays are lacking to overcome it and are somehow deeply rooted in the community. Drug addiction is more of a self-created problem which no government can change. It is for them to build a strong resilience to drugs and other negative aspects of social behaviours. The government's policy is very important and could change the perception of whether the Malay community can be trusted or not or if there is bias in the policy that the Malays feel not validated.
I inconveniently suggest that you stop being a racist politician; there are already too many of them in malaysia. If any particular community is poor, the government is acting to elevate the poor irregardless of race. Despite this if one chose to remain poor let your heart be responsible for your plight. ❤
You came to malay land bring by British colonial and normally you shall go back after British left as happened in Myammar and other. Now you say Malay racist? Buill***. China goverment dont want you, that is why you runaway from China land
1. Go to any mosque on Friday in Singapore and you will see attendants private cars line up on both sides of the streets. (cars are very expensive in Singapore $100,000+ for a normal car) 2. Why Malays took up certain jobs. Sorry to say it’s an ingrained mentality that’s difficult to change. Singapore Malays do change but some still don’t. 3. Singapore treat all citizens equal..but there’s always a ‘but’. Singapore ‘but’ is not in capital letter… unlike the other races in our neighbouring country. Malay here should be thankful. Excel themselves especially in the studies and prominent Singapore Malays figures WILL emerge abundantly in the futures. Opportunities and assistance are there to take.
@@chinchowpowpooklook at what happened to najib in jail. As former PM , he still says he never stole the money. A malaysian malay pm already led by bad example. As a former mp of s'pore , when are we going to see a rich malay and indian build a hospital for all s'poreans?
Why do young Malay women in Singapore love to drive Mercedes? Answer: The preference for driving luxury cars like Mercedes among young Malay women in Singapore can be influenced by several factors: Status Symbol: Driving a luxury car like a Mercedes can be seen as a status symbol, reflecting success and financial stability. This can be appealing to young professionals who want to showcase their achievements. Cultural Trends: There might be cultural trends and influences within the community that make luxury cars particularly desirable. Social media and peer influence can play a significant role in shaping these preferences. Financial Capability: With increasing educational and career opportunities, many young Malay women are achieving financial independence and success, allowing them to afford luxury items like cars1. Personal Preference: Some individuals simply have a personal preference for certain brands due to their design, performance, and reputation for quality. 0:01
Why talk about lack of trust now ? You had 5 terms with PAP to thrash out this issue. And why you are the one ? Shldnt it be the ex Ministers of Malay/Muslim Affairs who exposed this ? Now what you said is irrelevant.
We have malay firefighters, policemen, doctors, lawyers, MPs, Civil Defence personnel etc. if one does not think theyre important professionals, then susah ! Because theyre very important! Even the roadsweepers are very important.
@@jessiejames7492 … decades .. different environment ministers had been Malay… Only once mr Sidek Saniff was Education Minister.. past 20 years there abouts. In Army, Navy n Air Force..what % of NS men are Malay… ?
The Malays are not in the Navy because they can’t swim! They are not in the Air Force because they can’t ‘fly’! But, joke aside, how many Malays applied for the openings in the RSN and RSAF,regardless successful or unsuccessful? The traditional route for regular male staff in these two branches of the Armed Forces is NS and so there is high possibility that a NSmen in the RSN and RSAF will sign on as regulars under various schemes which is ‘untouchable’ to outsiders or applicants and of course the Malays. Once, long ago, when the question of Malay loyalty was a very sensitive topic, a steady stream of Malay youths were consigned to the BMT in Pulau Tekong and ‘graduated’ as drivers or cooks in Army camps ! Army units such as the artillery and tanks/ armour is a ‘no go’ units if you are a Malay. When the Vigilante Corps(VC) merged with the Fire Service to become Civil Defence(SCDF), it becomes the ‘dumping’ ground for Malays NSmen. All these ‘preferential treatment’ to the Malays NSmen has been around for decades and looks like going to remain status quo for many more decades to come and only by then your ethnicity as a Malay will not be questioned if you want to join the Navy or the Air Force and make sure you can swim and fly…ahh!.
@@timloo6191 based on justice and equality? But no lah, who dares make this change? Better leave it. Is the phrase based on justice and equality more aspirational than literal? Aspirational should not be misperceived as CKLPS
When you go to China, this is Chinese country, NOT Malay country. When Chinese go to Malay country, this is everybody's country!!! Remember the fate of North n South American Indians in the Americas. Also, remember the fate of aborigines in Australia???
Vis You must remind this Uncle that Muslim Community not only recently got Tudong Concessions But also accorded 1st Reserved Presidency … Not sure what he’s trying to now Stir ..🤔
look when i was an NSF some of my sch mates were posted to SCDF and shared that their BMT mates were from madrasahs and "not allowed" to undergo military/armed training! is this true and can someone who went thru the madrasah system share if they (or sch mates) were posted to SPF/SAF? the issue of Malay tank commanders and other "sensitive" positions in the SAF also need to be discussed in an open and frank manner but i guess we are not matured as a society and political system to have one?
In my view, the Malay people have evolved from their former state of indolence, as described by British colonist such as Frank Swettenham. Nonetheless, their culture and Islamic religious convictions continue to restrict their capacity to live an opulent lifestyle while residing in the world. The saying "a handful of sustenance will not turn into a bushel" is one of the many cultures that still afflict the Malays. It implies that no matter how hard we strive, the amount of sustenance that God has determined will not change. Similar to this, religion holds that no matter what possessions or money we amass during our lifetime, all we really carry with us when we die is only a white cloth, and our happiness in the hereafter is determined by the good deeds and acts of worship we perform during our lifetime. The outcome of this understanding makes Malays less competitive in the eyes of other races, which in turn makes them feel as though, although living in their own country, they are being left behind. That’s why Malays in Malaysia greatly depend on and uphold their allegiance to their sultans as the leaders of the Islamic faith and the protectors of their interests inside their different realms. The Malays in those kingdoms without sultans feel especially vulnerable since they are wholly dependent on God and others who may rule them.
Not true. Poor Muslims living during the time of Prophet Muhammad s.a.w, complaint to him, that they are poor and nothing to give to charity and the prophet replied their smiles are a charity unto others. Meaning the majority of muslims are expected for be rich, so they can score points by giving to the poor. The richer the better because you prove that you are not the slave to your wealth but you continue to provide to the community no matter what race or religion. Understanding of the religion was lost post colonial age and it is hard to start back especially with corruptions from extremist and demonizing by pro Isrell lobby.
@@gel-go-gett - The narrative you mentioned is one that is often told these days to encourage Malays especially to become more competitive, even though they were formerly content and grateful for their circumstances. If they are able to obtain more than they need, at least then they will be able to help the poor to find God's blessings in the hereafter. But this isn't necessarily how human nature works; those who are wealthy tend to be more avaricious in their desire to hang onto their wealth, and the poor continue to bear the burden of their lack. Just look at how wealthy Arab countries are today unable to help the oppressed and destitute Arabs of Palestine, even though they are fellow Muslims and the place where the Islamic religion began. You can use any tale to reinforce your sense of self, depending on how much interpretation you are capable of.
Bro , Wanna Try Explain the Phenomena Why The Chinese Peranakans despite All having Muslim Roots have evolved to become so much more Integrated & Prosperous AFTER Ditching/ Distancing from Islam or Labelled Muslim? ie. Coincidence , Phenomenonetc ??
@@gel-go-gett - The Peranakan people, especially those in Malaysia, cannot be classified as Malays, regardless of how similar their language and culture are to those of the Malays, at least according to the present Malaysian Constitution, Malaysian Malays now have a more Islamic-looking appearance than before. When you compare them to my generation, their socialising is actually rather restricted. While many Malay women today opt to wear baju kurung and hijab, in the past they still frequently wore short skirts to the school and office. They are also very picky when it comes to food these days because they want to be sure that everything is halal, whereas in the past whatever they could eat was allowed as long as it didn't contain pork. Actually, they have received very selective socialisation since they now prefer to hang out with other Muslims, maybe because they consider those who practise the same religion to be brothers. Comparing the Malays to the Peranakans exactly is incorrect since the Malays are peoples that originate from the Malay Archipelago and are more distinct in that they practise Islam. The Peranakans, on the other hand, are primarily Chinese in origin and do not practise Islam. If you were to ask me personally, I would say that I prefer living in the time I do, when we can enjoy ourselves without fear of being accused of being unIslamic, but the reality is that things change and shape who we are as people of today.
Malays in Singapore are the most successful Malays anywhere, including north of the Causeway. In Singapore, success is mostly measured in $$$$ and financial success is a function of ambition, drive, and the single-minded pursuit of material wealth. This is not the ethos or culture of most Malay people, who typically have a much more balanced way of life.
SG Muslims were Not Only Never Truly Trusted But also Marginalised & Oppressed By Lee Kuan Yew … Consolation is Only After LKY passed in Government now Taking Steps to Correct Many of LKY’s ’s Predatory Bad Habits & Racist Policies …
At least the muslims-malays were recognised as a race in singapore. Eurasians fr decades were regarded as ‘Others’. Even in their ICs. ! Only within these past two decades or so we finally could add Eurasian in our IC. Before that even in application forms fr whatever, there will be’Race: and indian, Chinese, malays’ were indicated. And eurasians had to tick ‘Others!’ Even today people refer to eurasians as ‘sarong party ‘ eurasians. Degrogratory
The Indians Never Complained … So many Jailed & Persecuted by LKY … Just look at Current President … >70% Mandate even better then any Chinese President 😊
Nothing in this interview will change anything for the Malays. He no longer holds an office in the present government to influence in policy making He does not set up any foundation/organization so others can learn about his thoughts on the Malay dilemma This is the Malay Dilemma.. life goes on.. talk but no empirical data to support any views.
Not Only Malay But a SG Muslim Dilemma … Most Affected are Malays ( Marginalised & Oppressed) & SG’s Once Wealthy Arabs ( Targeted. Looted & Plundered by LKY’s notorious Land Grab Policies) …
THE BRITS &.AMERICAN AGREED UPON.ONE THING ABOUT MALAYSIA/MALAYA...THIS COUNTRY BELONGS TO MALAYS...NOT INDIAN NOT CHINESE NOT TALIBAN ROHINGYA VIETNAM LOAS CAMBODIA &.BRICS...
A very down to earth MP!
Met him during his shopping trip and I asked to speak to him about my drug problem outside my HDB home. Without hesitation, took note of my case and he wrote to the police and other relevant authorities and cc copied to me!
No more problems after that.
Never had he said to meet him at the MPS!
I truly respect Mr Yatiman !
Spineless & Obedient SPF Only Acts on Instructions 😊😊
Of Course he has to be “ down to earth “ when his Race’s Loyalty, Trust etc being Questioned… You expect someone whose Race is Rdy Marginalised & Oppressed to be Confrontational ?
osman wok?
You make Malay people full of shame. tak sedar diri punya melayuharam jadah.
@@musarainbow396 Believe, nothing can Compare to damage done by Scandalous Pres Halimah … Worst SG President Ever 😊
I miss Mr Yatiman as my MP…😢 He’s spot on about the issues that were raised. It’s good seeing him in good health. I wish there are more leaders like him in today’s politics.
Obscenely Paid MPs also make Good Actors & Pretenders 😊
Kudos, Ex-MP Yatiman Yusof, you are a wise man, eloquent and clear ideas communicator and your demeanour, of absolute sincerety. As a person slightly older than you, I share your observations in your dialogue. Undoubtedly, there was no Singapore in our past origination but just evolution, those moments have had changed the creatures inhabiting this original ground. However, I am positive about the future... As you spoke, 60 years is long time, I beg for more time for solutions than divisions. Have a purposeful journey.
We need this calibre of Malay MP in parliment again.
Or rather the other side should have this kind of mps. Ah yes.....they have a few
What’s Wrong with Current Batch of Obedient & Spineless Clowns?
You mean the Ownself Check Ownself Circus 🎪 ？
Bickering is “ Calibre” ? …. 😂
As he said, now all government issues are now handled by the civil service. The scholars high flyers scoring top marks in exams. And thus we know the reason why so much train faults. Imagine when they build a nuclear power plant. Instead of buying BTO, everyone should buy a ship to sail away when Singapore become a nuclear waste.
Excellent job done by both interviewer and interviewee.
These are the difficult questions to be asked and addressed.
🤝
All Part of PAP’s evil GE plans … Create Chaos if they Loose
Cannot Rule Out, this is a PAP info Gathering Channel … 😊
Baik-lah, Encik Yatiman. As a non-Malay Singaporean, I think the Singaporean Malays themselves have done very well, after coming a long way. Congratulations. What I just want to say here is that the kind of "trust" that I would love to see most in my country is both of the "implicit" and "explicit" kind. Macam the kind shown by a good team in a baton-relay race - where each runner, tau sama tau, is not only speedy, but each also carrying and passing the baton smoothly and skilfully to the next runner without dropping it. Demikian itu, kita maju. Majulah Singapura.
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even the interviewer is so affluent and charismatic. respect from Johorean🙂
Johoreans should always Continue to be Grateful to Singapore… Follow in footsteps of Your Current Agong … not underestimate SG Power …SG Owns Agong … One Wrong Move and Agong’s Assets in SG can Disappear 😊
May Allah bless you sir.. Stand for Singapore.. I love my country Singapore
Excellent interview. Thanks Mr Yatiman for sharing your wise insights.
“Wise” ? … Sounds more like this Guy trying to impress his New In- Laws .😂
Mr Yatiman speaks so cogently. Loyalty and trust of any community can be complicated by religion.
And any race can be Muslim or Christian or Buddhist. So we should not link Race with religion.
I digress a bit : is Philipino a Malay? Are there Malay Philipinos? Philipino can be interpreted as a Nationality. A Chinese Philipino is also a Philipino.
Pray tell, when did Mr Yatiman mention about religion complicating loyalty and trust?
Topic is a Political Minefield… Vis Conflicted ( Why provide Opportunity for Government to pad their answers ? ) … Vis better off being a Moderator . Invite Hsien Loong to answer SG Muslim Concerns PUBLICLY ..😊
Religion that's design by The Supreme All Mighty can never be Complicated if fully understood
@@FaridahMohdNor-qm1rlBrilliant Time to Belittle Other Religions 😂👏👏😂
[1] Served in a sensitive unit (electronic warfare) in the Air Force for national service. Went for an intensive two rounds background screening. When I was finally posted in Tengah Airbase, I was surprised, despite being a sensitive unit, there were Chinese with drugs offences, who managed to get in. [2] Was annoyed that the former MP did not point out that the 'free education for Malays' is no longer there. It has been phased out in 1992.
YES. YOU ARE RIGHT, SIR.
Understanding. Trust. Repeated again and again but after 60 years of government investment the problems besetting the Malay community at large - low income, poor diet, low education level, addiction - remain. Why?
The matter of religion and its influence was skilfully skirted in this discussion. Lee Kuan Yew noted in an interview, he never said Malays were not good citizens, but then went on to suggest they had not integrated but remained very much separate from the rest of the public. It seems Malay integration had failed, and the reason does not lie in past British policies nor lack of resolve by the Singapore government.
Islam cause them not to intergrate!😂
Never in their lifetime to mix around , hence progress is never on point
@@vinnysing1324I have many Chinese friends. They're the ones who know what I can & cannot drink & eat. They know when I should perform my daily & Friday prayers. My "Muslim issues" were their concerns.
Where have u been to say this?
@@NizamMrNiceCan You explain the Phenomena surrounding The Chinese Peranakans? ie. All have Muslim Roots but are so much more Integrated & Prosperous After Ditching/ Distancing from Islam? ie .. Coincidence, Phenomena etc ? 🤔
Malays natives integrating to pendatang like you? Does not make sense. It should be the other way round.
Yatiman is caring and authentic
Obscenely Paid Politicians also make very Good Actors & Pretenders 😊
Thank you Mr Yatiman
A frank & open discussion on Malay Muslim community that would be too sensitive to talk about in the past I am quite curious why Chinese was not mentioned directly in his sharing.
Keep it Cute 😊
Obviously,,social media wrong remarks deadlier than nuclear warheads
I think he wants to stir racism here..
most importantly all sing MAJULAH SINGAPURA👍👍👍..cantik
great interview Mr Yatiman thanks !
His message is encrypted timely for the fourth generation leaders. But with all due respect, there is this rich / poor divide across the three races now, Mr Yatiman Yusof.
Thank you for this very good interview.
👍💕 Sir Yatiman wish you write a concise readable for all of us. Translations in 4 languages please. May Allah Bless You.
You think he’ll dare to jeopardise his Lucrative Pension, let alone if PAP will allow him to do so 😊
Excellent!
My respect for Mr Yatiman for his service to Malay community and the nation. His views are fair and reasonable.
Pay Politicians Obscenely and they can transform to Good Actors & Pretenders 😊
The old MP only observed one side of Singapore story.
Did he realised, "
In Singapore, why are most security guards predominantly Malays?
Why are the elderly individuals clearing food trays in hawker centres usually Chinese?
Why are the aged uncles and aunties selling tissues near food courts often Chinese?
Why are the elderly Chinese uncles and aunties the ones collecting cardboard and old items? 0:01
Why don’t we see elderly Malays doing jobs like clearing trays in hawker centres or selling tissues near food courts? 0:01
My observations touch on some complex social and economic dynamics in Singapore. Here are some insights:
Security Guards: The security industry in Singapore has a significant number of Malay workers. This could be due to various factors, including community networks, job availability, and historical employment patterns12. Additionally, the security sector often provides stable employment opportunities that may appeal to certain demographics.
Hawker Centre Cleaners: Many of the older workers clearing trays in hawker centres are Chinese. This might be linked to the aging population within the Chinese community and the availability of such jobs, which are often less demanding in terms of language skills and qualifications34.
Tissue Sellers: Elderly Chinese individuals selling tissues is a common sight. This could be due to a combination of factors, including limited retirement savings, a desire to remain active, and the lack of other employment opportunities56.
Cardboard Collectors: The elderly Chinese population is also prominent among those collecting cardboard. This activity is often seen as a way to supplement their income, especially for those who may not have sufficient retirement funds78.
These patterns reflect broader socio-economic trends and the challenges faced by different communities in Singapore. It’s important to recognize the resilience and hard work of these individuals, who contribute significantly to the society despite the difficulties they face.
The absence of elderly Malays in certain jobs like clearing trays in hawker centres or selling tissues near food courts can be attributed to various socio-economic and cultural factors:
Community Support: The Malay community in Singapore often has strong family and community support systems. This can provide better care and financial assistance for the elderly, reducing the need for them to take up such jobs.
Employment Patterns: Different communities may have varying employment patterns and job preferences. Historical and cultural factors can influence the types of jobs that are more common within each community.
Government Assistance: Singapore has various social assistance programs that might be more effectively utilized by some communities. These programs can help elderly individuals avoid having to take up low-paying or physically demanding jobs.
Cultural Norms: Cultural norms and values can also play a role. In some communities, there might be a stronger emphasis on caring for the elderly within the family, which can reduce the need for them to seek employment.
These factors contribute to the observed differences in job roles among the elderly in Singapore. It’s a complex issue influenced by a mix of social, economic, and cultural dynamics. 0:01
when you go to china; 'This is chinese country not malay country". When china goes to your country: "This is everybody's country'
U know I know we know just act don’t know..can Liao
Now then you know why even their white master discriminate on those fake whites aka "the yellows" everywhere?
Anybody at all, help yourself first and not wait to be help.
Excellent conversation, thank you! We can look forward to the near future when AGI and ASI help (at least a significant number) of the Malay community (and other communities too!) pursue not-yet-imagined possibities for their own prosperity and Singapore's abundant future :)
What is elites? Whats is pro? Why they top there? They grind and have the never say die can do spirit..without assistance hand guidance..without waiting for help,,in short is can’t be sitting duck. Top earners create all time .. low income always receive assistance..till numb
13.00 onwards, on the role of the Sultan - powerful insight from the interviewee.
Excellent interview.
He should be the Prime minister of Malaysia!
ALL last 5 PMs of Malaysia are either Convicted Criminals or under Probe … Which You feel fits him Best ?
Why not the prime minister of Singapore? Teach malaysia example..Cannot? 😂
@@jauwadmustaffa3177 get real please!
TO BE FAIR PLEASE INVITE MR JUFRIE MAHMOOD On YOUR NEXT GUEST!!!
For What , Serve Tea ?
These are the grievances of Malay Singaporeans towards PAP. I am Hokkien chinese Singaporean, I believe that chinese Singaporeans have grievances towards PAP too! It's too simple, too naive to say that Lee Kuan Yew did not impose mandarin as standard language because he didn't want assimilation. Before Lee Kuan Yew was Lee Kuan Yew, he was Harry Lee. Harry Lee is from the peranakan baba minority group in Singapore. They were trusted by the british colonials. They were a pro british westernised minority group. I am from hokkien chinese group. The british didn't trust us. The peranakans are a hybrid cultural group, they are not really chinese. They don't speak any form of chinese language. Lee Kuan Yew doesn't speak chinese, He doesn't speak any kind of dialects at all. He suppressed the dialects in Singapore. "Dialects" are not "dialects" at all. If you are hokkien, hokkien "dialect" is your mother tongue. Mandarin is a northern chinese dialect. Nothing to do with southern min nan hokkiens at all. It is total joke to say that mandarin is mother tongue of southern chinese. Complete joke. Lee Kuan Yew suppressed the chinese schools because they were a power base of the dialect chinese. It is all politics. As a matter of fact, Singapore have be ruled by peranakans since 1959. This is why Singapore is not "chinese" but westernised. Our chinese culture, our language is being destroyed! Who is peranakan? Lee Kuan Yew is peranakan. Lee Hsien Loong is peranakan. Tony Tan is peranakan. Wee Kim Wee is peranakan. Goh Keng Swee is peranakan. Lim kim San is Peranakan. Toh Chin Chye is peranakan. We are ruled by peranakans. But I am not anti peranakan. They have contributed a lot to development of Singapore, but we have our grievances!
Interesting… Think You can also add Pres Halimah to the List … an Obedient Indian Peranakan in Denial 😊
he was a great malay MP
Correction: It's Article 152 in the Singaporean Constitution but Article 153 in the Malaysian Constitution. The Malaysian Constitution states it's "special position", not "special rights". The latter term came up in the form of implementation of the quotas.
@02june80 Perlembagaan Malaysia menggariskan tiga syarat untuk melayakkan seseorang digelar Melayu:
1. Fasih berbahasa Melayu
2. Beragama Islam
3. Mengamalkan adat resam dan istiadat Melayu
Disebabkan inilah tertimbul banyak salah faham di kalangan bukan Melayu bahawa kononnya masuk Islam tu masuk Melayu.
@@quentinchua84000
Why must be Muslims? That's why they don't integrate and can't progress being Muslim 😂
@02june80Dia half melayu tp setia dgn melayu, bkn pengkhianat mcm kau..
2024-1984=
40 Years
40 Years and 60 Years is very different!
Good he said what he believed! This shd be watched by all singaporeans. So we can better understand each other.
I like mr sidek saniff too. Very nice minister. Hope you can do an interview with him.
He came to my daughter’s primary school. For the edusave awards ceremony. He told all the recepients: no need to save your award money. Take and go out and use the money to enjoy yslves. You deserve it!’ Such an understanding person. I understand he was a teacher too?
If you look at the statistics, the Malays largely remain at the bottom of the social ladder. The Government needs to address this dilemma.
Because most jobs given to foreigners.
Alhamdulillah he is still well. I hope he still plays golf.
Very good discussion but misses the elephant in the room even though it was touched on. Why is the Malay community still lagging behind even in a system that professes meritocracy in Singapore? Similar to their Malaysian counterparts they feel that they are the privileged race to always be given priority over others amidst slightly differently worded provisions in their respective constitutions. It's their *entitlement mentality* that is holding them back as they always feel that they deserve better preferential treatment in everything and everywhere in every level of society even though their individual skills and knowledge may not be on par with others competing in whatever endeavours or job positions and they somehow felt discriminated against if they were not given special preferential treatment and sulk. Whereas others especially the Chinese and Indians always look for ways at how to better themselves whenever they fail to achieve what they aspire for. The very provisions that were designed to protect them against discrimination are now working against them to move on as a progressive group of people.
That's why over pampering children will make them too dependent and they lose their ability to be independent and stand on their own two feet.❤
The “ elephant “ is LKY’s Predatory Bad Habits & Racist Policies… You think Visva ( a known PAP ⚽️ Polisher ) dares to raise these & risk being Politically Targeted & possibly Cancelled? 😊
yes exactly the same happen in China and India entitlement mentality for them too
Here are some concrete statistics on drug abuse in Singapore by ethnicity:
Malay Community: In 2022, approximately 1,300 drug abusers in Singapore were of Malay ethnicity, making it the largest ethnic group represented among drug abusers1.
Chinese Community: The Chinese community follows, with a significant number of drug abusers as well1.
Indian and Other Communities: There are also notable numbers of drug abusers from the Indian community and other ethnic groups2.
These statistics indicate that while the Malay community has a higher representation, drug abuse is a widespread issue affecting multiple communities in Singapore. It’s crucial to address the root causes and provide support across all groups to effectively combat this problem. 0:01
Loyalty and trust… we have yet to see a Malay SAF General.
Can’t find another Obedient Indian like Halimah to relabel as Malay 😂
Even if they manage to find One , it’ll be Ceremonial… Zero Relevance… Just like Pres Alimah… In & Out thru Back Door 😂
There is no compulsory reason to make a Malay a general. We are after all an Isrell ally. A malay general out of guilt will simply resign.
SG Government very Capable… Even an Indian can Qualify as Malay to Win Reserved PE17 Uncontested… They can easily Manufacture another Obedient Symbolic General to Suit …😊
Great responses
a very good interview
v frank
fantastic!
People have to work hard to achieve their dreams. We cannot always depends on government aid.
People like this ex-MP is why the community is not improving. Keeps harping on the poor statistics but doesn't know what's wrong, has no concrete proposal to recommend even though he claims to be "on the ground". Just wants the government to "look further into it", "spend more resources on it" (exactly on what we don't know) - these are not answers we expect from someone "on the ground" especially as an ex-MP himself.
Well said … He Should let the Younger Generation to deal with the issues…
After lky passed..all come out and talk..
Inaccurate… Allegations that Incriminate both LKY & Goh Yong Hong ( Ex Comm of Police & Known LKY’s Blue Eyed Lap Dog ) Filed in SG High Court in their Lifetime… Sadly both passed within weeks in 2015 AFTER Allegations Filed in SG High Court… Coincidence? 🤔
Serious Assertions is “ talk” ?
Thank you for the nice Talking .im just share and show to all how to done by the tip give in seletion.👍🤵🔑🌊🗝🏇👀
Give them free education, Primary - University.
What do you think will be the outcome?
Too much privilege already given to them yet they can't intergrate and progress, always feel unfairly treated!
Cos of their religion?
Many Malay ladies working in Singapore in the lower rank job told us that they are from Malaysia. Strange? No, not at all.
If Malays are Indigenous people of Singapore, how come there is no Malay-reserved land in Singapore? How come this was not raised?
Errrrrrr
Maybe those lands and buildings are under the ownership of the Johor of Sultan? The Johore Family do have a significant ownership of SG land.
@@jagkoh5505 a bit dodgy. Errrrr......got the bendahara and tememggung family. Current johore sultan from the temenggung family. Plus 2 contenders resulting in splitting of johor riau sultanate by the dutch and english. Need to go for history lesson
You do realize that malay reserve act only introduced in Federated Malay States (states with sultan) but singapore as a straits settlement colony was under the British administration. Raffles leased Singapore from the Johore Sultanate for 10,000 pound per year.
Your pri school is HowCome primary is it?
Is racial harmony an enforced situation or is it altruism?
Likewise, what is the real meaning of SG Bilingualism? Many Chinese tak chakap mandarin fluently. Is it based on a limited definition by someone ? Language is art is ambiguous? Any lawyers can debunk?
Better to be ‘forced’ than we have racial tensions
So chim,,for what
I would look at it as a minority community problem as there are still gaps to be addressed and it is a work in progress.....
It is good to teach someone how to catch a fish but this person then need to make the effort to go and catch the fish themselves.
Free education are given to help the Malay but the effort to study hard and to make the grade is required.
Each race had to make their own effort to succeed.
Overall the progress of Malay Singaporeans is good.
"Free education for the Malay Community" has already been phased out in 1992. You need to be informed before making statements that you know nothing about.
@@WingWingHerro
Those in financial need still gets it free.
Those who already are capable of self payments paid for their fair share, same as apply to the other races also.
There is equality for treatment of all races today.
Singapore Malays had comes a long way towards self sustaination today.
"Not Trusted"? By who? This ex-mp hopefully could analyse who is not trusting of Malays. Trust relates to humans. Which human?
Hmmmm
@@timloo6191 show me what's wrong with my question
Listen to the vid.. btw, since trust was mentioned, what % of malays serves NS in Army, Navy n Air Force ? As compared to Civil Defence n Police Force.... n a minister ever stated that we cannot have a non chinese PM
@@gypseeman like Israel lor. Israeli arabs except druze and Bedouins are not allowed to serve in Israel armed forces. I think the percentage of melayus in singapore armed forces far greater than the percentage of nons in the other side.
@@gypseeman those were the days when sembawang shipyard was under royal malaysia navy. Ktm land was under Malaysia control. Meaning Malaysia can literally........i could still remember under mahathir administration, Malaysia and Indonesia conducted joint military exercise in johore in conjunction with israel president visit. So happen to be close to national day...... Singapore troops belakang pusing go north. Epic happenning.......not sure that limpeh singgie lang know
We are Singaporean 🇸🇬
Indeed, Only Country in the World where an Adult Indian can suddenly become Malay just in time to Win Scandalous PE17 Uncontested 😂
A good interview. The policy of meritocracy is implemented to a T; every Singaporean regardless of race, language or religion has a chance to succeed either by themselves or with help from the community. From this opportunity, some Malays (like all the other races) are more successful than others. They appear (are observed) to be slowly but steadily disassociating themselves from the less successful Malays who are facing the problems or issues of the day. Are they doing enough to help their Malay brothers and sisters (not just the religious aspects) through community work through their expertise or skills as well as resources? The issue is they see themselves more as a Muslim (ie religion, spiritual) rather than Malay (ie culture, civilisation). Majority of Malays consider religion first and culture second. As an example, Malays who own a second home in Johore and elsewhere are definitely different from Malays who go to Johore to buy groceries and returning home to their HDB flats. The latter group is more attuned with the other ordinary citizens (the Ah Pek and Ah Soh and the Muthusamy)
What Drugs You On Bro ? … ie. recent Scandalous Uncontested Reserved Presidency is “ Meritocracy “ ? 😂… so Disgraceful , Incumbent didn’t even Contest Re Election … Did more Damage to SG Malay image 😊
Viswas, brilliant interview. You beautifully asked the hard and inconvenient questions. Like you im perplexed as well. Despite all that’s been done, why is the Malay community still lagging behind? Respectfully Mr Yusoff complexity lies within every race not just the Malays. To generalise this issue to complexity is evading the question.
The problems seem similar and common. Is the cause of low performance lack of motivation or complexity of the problems?
It depends on which socio-economic rung the said Malay falls under, because motivation is directly correlated with resources. Complex issues such as: National Service - which affects employment (especially during pre-independence); drugs epidemic (a highly common occurrence in lower income communities around the world) also has an effect on the Malay community.
@@WingWingHerro You wrote the motivation is directly correlated with resources. Do you agree that these are only directly correlated but not caused by? In case of Chinese migrants, they had lack or no resources at all when they came somewhere except their body, heart and mind but still they could change themselves to better socioeconomic rungs. So, why this intended change couldn't happen or slowly happened among certain groups even with resources inputed?
@@jaju710 “Lack of resources at all when they came” I love the underdog story. A trip from China to Malaya and ultimately to Singapore would cost a hefty sum back then no? When they arrived, didn’t the Chinese Clan Association (Kongsi) who are funded by colonial Britain in hopes of offsetting indigenous population, helped out with lodging and food?
Malay Singaporeans were de facto not required to serve national service from the beginning of the draft in its initial years from 1967 until 1977, largely due to cultural and racial sensitivities with the country's immediate neighbour Malaysia.
There was an unfortunate side effect to the non-recruitment of Malays into National Service. Employers in Singapore are generally unwilling to recruit or train young male workers who have not completed National Service or obtained exemption papers as these youths can be called up at any time. Since Malays were not officially exempted from National Service, Malay youths were unable to obtain apprenticeships or regular jobs, and many were forced into an extended limbo period of about 10 years from ages 14 to 24 … (this) was in part responsible for the high percentage of Malay youths who became involved in heroin abuse during the late 1970s
Very interesting
It's time we fully trust our Malay Muslim brethren
its very curious indeed when migrants distrusts the natives of a country, yet continues to reside in the native's country.
@@SIGNALacquired Now that's exactly why they don't trust the Malays. The Malays always bring up the bumi / native topic which is seen as to create divides based on owner-tenant relationships instead of a meritocratic everyone-is-equal one more accepted by the majority of the country. Until the Malay community can put away their us-them / native-migrant ideas, they would not be trusted.
in the quran, muslims are instructed " O you who have believed, do not take the Jews and the Christians as allies. They are [in fact] allies of one another. And whoever is an ally to them among you - then indeed, he is [one] of them. Indeed, Allah guides not the wrongdoing people."
@@halalpork4667 Free Palestine from Zionist occupation. Stop the geno-cide sponsored by the Js and the Cs. Even your name is deliberately offensive to Muslims.
Seen that Malay-Muslim-singapore candidates are now entrusted to lead combat platoon, or regiments or air squandrons now?
Why the minority ethnic Indian Singaporeans are doing much better? In fact these ethnic minority are "over" represented politically without raising the resentment of most Chinese Singaporeans who are the dominant ethnic group of the land. Is islam the cause? Is soul searching required as a remedy? My former Malay classmate was a former Malay Singaporean. His command of English isn't inferior to the ethnic Indian & Chinese Malaysians. He's a retired English teacher in a Malay elementary school.
Bro Cheer Up … Nothing We can do to Change the Fact that the name Singapore or Singapura both Stem from Sanskrit… Malays only Squatting 😂
Malaya may be claimed as Malay land BUT not Malaysia. Four former British colonies/protectorate states merge to form a new nation, Malaysia. Singapore, Malaya, Sarawak and Sabah (North Borneo) merhed to form the federation upon British cohesion.
Why there is a need for Malay / Indonesian extract in race component category while there is none for Chinese and Indians?
The "racist" agenda was introduced during your term. "You" indirectly separated the SG Malays from the Jemaah (congregation) - to prove SG Malays are different from the rest of nusantara Malays?
To prevent the malay unity. The racial composition is base on Israeli zionist model. Ah loong once said, if Malays were to catch up in the population(due to higher birth rate) then Singapore will be a different country(maybe Malaysia)
No one solution fits all. Education remained the utmost important agenda in bringing a level playing field with other citizens. On the same note, there was much improvement in the educational level for the Malays. In other aspects of social development, the Malays are lacking to overcome it and are somehow deeply rooted in the community. Drug addiction is more of a self-created problem which no government can change. It is for them to build a strong resilience to drugs and other negative aspects of social behaviours. The government's policy is very important and could change the perception of whether the Malay community can be trusted or not or if there is bias in the policy that the Malays feel not validated.
I inconveniently suggest that you stop being a racist politician; there are already too many of them in malaysia. If any particular community is poor, the government is acting to elevate the poor irregardless of race. Despite this if one chose to remain poor let your heart be responsible for your plight. ❤
SG’s Biggest Racist was Lee Kuan Yew… ie. Land Grab
@@Hs5687He mean msian chinese political racist like DAPig bro..
You came to malay land bring by British colonial and normally you shall go back after British left as happened in Myammar and other. Now you say Malay racist? Buill***.
China goverment dont want you, that is why you runaway from China land
So let's ratify ICERD before 2025 as "Developed Country"
1. Go to any mosque on Friday in Singapore and you will see attendants private cars line up on both sides of the streets. (cars are very expensive in Singapore $100,000+ for a normal car)
2. Why Malays took up certain jobs. Sorry to say it’s an ingrained mentality that’s difficult to change.
Singapore Malays do change but some still don’t.
3. Singapore treat all citizens equal..but there’s always a ‘but’.
Singapore ‘but’ is not in capital letter… unlike the other races in our neighbouring country.
Malay here should be thankful.
Excel themselves especially in the studies and prominent Singapore Malays figures WILL emerge abundantly in the futures.
Opportunities and assistance are there to take.
Ehh,,chill lah,,lepak lah..go one corner lepak..ancestors also lepak
@@chinchowpowpooklook at what happened to najib in jail. As former PM , he still says he never stole the money.
A malaysian malay pm already led by bad example.
As a former mp of s'pore , when are we going to see a rich malay and indian build a hospital for all s'poreans?
Go n interview someone pioneer frm majlis pusat...den tat conversation will speak volumes😂😂
Why do young Malay women in Singapore love to drive Mercedes?
Answer: The preference for driving luxury cars like Mercedes among young Malay women in Singapore can be influenced by several factors:
Status Symbol: Driving a luxury car like a Mercedes can be seen as a status symbol, reflecting success and financial stability. This can be appealing to young professionals who want to showcase their achievements.
Cultural Trends: There might be cultural trends and influences within the community that make luxury cars particularly desirable. Social media and peer influence can play a significant role in shaping these preferences.
Financial Capability: With increasing educational and career opportunities, many young Malay women are achieving financial independence and success, allowing them to afford luxury items like cars1.
Personal Preference: Some individuals simply have a personal preference for certain brands due to their design, performance, and reputation for quality. 0:01
He’s still looking good
Why talk about lack of trust now ? You had 5 terms with PAP to thrash out this issue. And why you are the one ? Shldnt it be the ex Ministers of Malay/Muslim Affairs who exposed this ? Now what you said is irrelevant.
Last time no social media..last time newspapers..say one wrong word kena sue till laosai
Guilt.. didn't do much as he says.
Getting Married again soon … Showing Off his Bravado 😂
We have malay firefighters, policemen, doctors, lawyers, MPs, Civil Defence personnel etc. if one does not think theyre important professionals, then susah ! Because theyre very important! Even the roadsweepers are very important.
Have u noticed that Enviorment minister most of the time is Malay past decades... ?
@@gypseeman no. Honest. What are you implying?
Any idea why hardly any Muslim BGs in SAF during LKY’s PrimeMinistership ? Small Spike Only After 2010 … Coincidence, Phenomena etc ?
@@jessiejames7492 … decades .. different environment ministers had been Malay… Only once mr Sidek Saniff was Education Minister.. past 20 years there abouts. In Army, Navy n Air Force..what % of NS men are Malay… ?
The Malays are not in the Navy because they can’t swim! They are not in the Air Force because they can’t ‘fly’! But, joke aside, how many Malays applied for the openings in the RSN and RSAF,regardless successful or unsuccessful? The traditional route for regular male staff in these two branches of the Armed Forces is NS and so there is high possibility that a NSmen in the RSN and RSAF will sign on as regulars under various schemes which is ‘untouchable’ to outsiders or applicants and of course the Malays. Once, long ago, when the question of Malay loyalty was a very sensitive topic, a steady stream of Malay youths were consigned to the BMT in Pulau Tekong and ‘graduated’ as drivers or cooks in Army camps ! Army units such as the artillery and tanks/ armour is a ‘no go’ units if you are a Malay. When the Vigilante Corps(VC) merged with the Fire Service to become Civil Defence(SCDF), it becomes the ‘dumping’ ground for Malays NSmen. All these ‘preferential treatment’ to the Malays NSmen has been around for decades and looks like going to remain status quo for many more decades to come and only by then your ethnicity as a Malay will not be questioned if you want to join the Navy or the Air Force and make sure you can swim and fly…ahh!.
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If he feels there is unfairness, what has he been doing during his 5 terms? I am sure he is not self Preservatory?
If only singapore were not separated from Malaysia, much more can be achieved. Perhaps article 152 can slowly fade away
@@timloo6191 so, who caused this "problem"?
@@timloo6191 based on justice and equality? But no lah, who dares make this change? Better leave it. Is the phrase based on justice and equality more aspirational than literal? Aspirational should not be misperceived as CKLPS
@@LonganLee ah so? Why comment? Diam diam sudah ma. Macam lee hsien loong, saya pun keturunan cina yang fasih dalam bahasa melayu
@@LonganLee ask dr mahathir bin Mohammad. It is an open secret that he and his wife attending yearly nus alumni
When you go to China, this is Chinese country, NOT Malay country. When Chinese go to Malay country, this is everybody's country!!!
Remember the fate of North n South American Indians in the Americas.
Also, remember the fate of aborigines in Australia???
Zionist taught them on how to steal a country
Vis You must remind this Uncle that Muslim Community not only recently got Tudong Concessions But also accorded 1st Reserved Presidency … Not sure what he’s trying to now Stir ..🤔
Then why is the name is MALAYSIA?
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Even today many jobs are discriminated against the minority group by asking the interviewee the ability to speak Chinese.😢 No action against them ??
look when i was an NSF some of my sch mates were posted to SCDF and shared that their BMT mates were from madrasahs and "not allowed" to undergo military/armed training! is this true and can someone who went thru the madrasah system share if they (or sch mates) were posted to SPF/SAF? the issue of Malay tank commanders and other "sensitive" positions in the SAF also need to be discussed in an open and frank manner but i guess we are not matured as a society and political system to have one?
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In my view, the Malay people have evolved from their former state of indolence, as described by British colonist such as Frank Swettenham. Nonetheless, their culture and Islamic religious convictions continue to restrict their capacity to live an opulent lifestyle while residing in the world. The saying "a handful of sustenance will not turn into a bushel" is one of the many cultures that still afflict the Malays. It implies that no matter how hard we strive, the amount of sustenance that God has determined will not change. Similar to this, religion holds that no matter what possessions or money we amass during our lifetime, all we really carry with us when we die is only a white cloth, and our happiness in the hereafter is determined by the good deeds and acts of worship we perform during our lifetime. The outcome of this understanding makes Malays less competitive in the eyes of other races, which in turn makes them feel as though, although living in their own country, they are being left behind. That’s why Malays in Malaysia greatly depend on and uphold their allegiance to their sultans as the leaders of the Islamic faith and the protectors of their interests inside their different realms. The Malays in those kingdoms without sultans feel especially vulnerable since they are wholly dependent on God and others who may rule them.
Not true. Poor Muslims living during the time of Prophet Muhammad s.a.w, complaint to him, that they are poor and nothing to give to charity and the prophet replied their smiles are a charity unto others. Meaning the majority of muslims are expected for be rich, so they can score points by giving to the poor. The richer the better because you prove that you are not the slave to your wealth but you continue to provide to the community no matter what race or religion. Understanding of the religion was lost post colonial age and it is hard to start back especially with corruptions from extremist and demonizing by pro Isrell lobby.
@@gel-go-gett - The narrative you mentioned is one that is often told these days to encourage Malays especially to become more competitive, even though they were formerly content and grateful for their circumstances. If they are able to obtain more than they need, at least then they will be able to help the poor to find God's blessings in the hereafter. But this isn't necessarily how human nature works; those who are wealthy tend to be more avaricious in their desire to hang onto their wealth, and the poor continue to bear the burden of their lack. Just look at how wealthy Arab countries are today unable to help the oppressed and destitute Arabs of Palestine, even though they are fellow Muslims and the place where the Islamic religion began. You can use any tale to reinforce your sense of self, depending on how much interpretation you are capable of.
Bro , Wanna Try Explain the Phenomena Why The Chinese Peranakans despite All having Muslim Roots have evolved to become so much more Integrated & Prosperous AFTER Ditching/ Distancing from Islam or Labelled Muslim? ie. Coincidence , Phenomenonetc ??
@@gel-go-gett - The Peranakan people, especially those in Malaysia, cannot be classified as Malays, regardless of how similar their language and culture are to those of the Malays, at least according to the present Malaysian Constitution, Malaysian Malays now have a more Islamic-looking appearance than before. When you compare them to my generation, their socialising is actually rather restricted. While many Malay women today opt to wear baju kurung and hijab, in the past they still frequently wore short skirts to the school and office. They are also very picky when it comes to food these days because they want to be sure that everything is halal, whereas in the past whatever they could eat was allowed as long as it didn't contain pork.
Actually, they have received very selective socialisation since they now prefer to hang out with other Muslims, maybe because they consider those who practise the same religion to be brothers. Comparing the Malays to the Peranakans exactly is incorrect since the Malays are peoples that originate from the Malay Archipelago and are more distinct in that they practise Islam. The Peranakans, on the other hand, are primarily Chinese in origin and do not practise Islam. If you were to ask me personally, I would say that I prefer living in the time I do, when we can enjoy ourselves without fear of being accused of being unIslamic, but the reality is that things change and shape who we are as people of today.
There's no Singapore before the british
Malays in Singapore are the most successful Malays anywhere, including north of the Causeway. In Singapore, success is mostly measured in $$$$ and financial success is a function of ambition, drive, and the single-minded pursuit of material wealth. This is not the ethos or culture of most Malay people, who typically have a much more balanced way of life.
SG Muslims were Not Only Never Truly Trusted But also Marginalised & Oppressed By Lee Kuan Yew … Consolation is Only After LKY passed in Government now Taking Steps to Correct Many of LKY’s ’s Predatory Bad Habits & Racist Policies …
At least the muslims-malays were recognised as a race in singapore. Eurasians fr decades were regarded as ‘Others’. Even in their ICs. ! Only within these past two decades or so we finally could add Eurasian in our IC. Before that even in application forms fr whatever, there will be’Race: and indian, Chinese, malays’ were indicated. And eurasians had to tick ‘Others!’
Even today people refer to eurasians as ‘sarong party ‘ eurasians. Degrogratory
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They were never satistfied..just look at malaysia
Satay man...anothee yesman lah
Well said......we are all Malaysians....and should be treated as such
Got money for drugs ... Clap hands...
Drugs brought by the kaifeng chai-knees. Your ancestors learn how to "drug" people from how the british "opiumed" your grandpa😂
Not a Chinese country but how many non Chinese are in high ranks in govt. No Action Talk Only.
The Indians Never Complained … So many Jailed & Persecuted by LKY … Just look at Current President … >70% Mandate even better then any Chinese President 😊
This sounds very familiar.
Nothing in this interview will change anything for the Malays.
He no longer holds an office in the present government to influence in policy making
He does not set up any foundation/organization so others can learn about his thoughts on the Malay dilemma
This is the Malay Dilemma.. life goes on.. talk but no empirical data to support any views.
Not Only Malay But a SG Muslim Dilemma … Most Affected are Malays ( Marginalised & Oppressed) & SG’s Once Wealthy Arabs ( Targeted. Looted & Plundered by LKY’s notorious Land Grab Policies) …
Do special right and privileges made a better nation in this years and age ?
The problem is whether the Malay extremist can accept your view or not...
THE BRITS &.AMERICAN AGREED UPON.ONE THING ABOUT MALAYSIA/MALAYA...THIS COUNTRY BELONGS TO MALAYS...NOT INDIAN NOT CHINESE NOT TALIBAN ROHINGYA VIETNAM LOAS CAMBODIA &.BRICS...
WHY IS THERE A BUMIPUTRA STATUS IN MALAYSIA
Believe the idea was to share the loot… But Plan Backfired 😊