Non-obvious Things You Should Know About Malaysia

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  • 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 TH-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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  • @MaxChernov
    @MaxChernov  ปีที่แล้ว +279

    Like this video, if you like Malaysia

    • @sitiawang1504
      @sitiawang1504 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Like this video and I'm Malaysian 🥰

    • @Sunny-yh3vf
      @Sunny-yh3vf ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @Lexx Don't misleading information.

    • @manawaalanmana2871
      @manawaalanmana2871 ปีที่แล้ว

      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 ปีที่แล้ว

      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 ปีที่แล้ว

      No

  • @cyybyydyy3445
    @cyybyydyy3445 ปีที่แล้ว +123

    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 ปีที่แล้ว +4

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

    • @brabaius162
      @brabaius162 ปีที่แล้ว +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 ปีที่แล้ว +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  ปีที่แล้ว +71

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

    • @secrets.295
      @secrets.295 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      ​@@MaxChernov True 😁

    • @faisalz8849
      @faisalz8849 ปีที่แล้ว +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 ปีที่แล้ว +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 ปีที่แล้ว +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 ปีที่แล้ว +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 ปีที่แล้ว +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 ปีที่แล้ว +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

  • @jamescps8799
    @jamescps8799 ปีที่แล้ว +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 ปีที่แล้ว +113

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

    • @faisalz8849
      @faisalz8849 ปีที่แล้ว +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 ปีที่แล้ว +17

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

    • @Balangair1
      @Balangair1 ปีที่แล้ว +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 ปีที่แล้ว

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

  • @addieadnan669
    @addieadnan669 ปีที่แล้ว +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  ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Super true!

    • @GretMe-dx6st
      @GretMe-dx6st ปีที่แล้ว

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

  • @saifulrizan8067
    @saifulrizan8067 ปีที่แล้ว +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 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

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

  • @davidcks
    @davidcks ปีที่แล้ว +205

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

    • @karate_teacher
      @karate_teacher ปีที่แล้ว

      Fr

    • @brabaius162
      @brabaius162 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      especially not singapore

    • @davidcks
      @davidcks ปีที่แล้ว +6

      @@brabaius162 oh, such hate……

    • @amri3816
      @amri3816 ปีที่แล้ว +1

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

    • @kopxpert
      @kopxpert ปีที่แล้ว +3

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

  • @akmalbruhaha4658
    @akmalbruhaha4658 ปีที่แล้ว +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.

  • @makhluktuhan9746
    @makhluktuhan9746 ปีที่แล้ว +93

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

    • @paanbon6543
      @paanbon6543 ปีที่แล้ว +1

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

    • @ustizc4790
      @ustizc4790 ปีที่แล้ว

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

  • @firdaushanapiah7691
    @firdaushanapiah7691 ปีที่แล้ว +90

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

  • @deshwitat_2
    @deshwitat_2 ปีที่แล้ว +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 ปีที่แล้ว +5

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

    • @deshwitat_2
      @deshwitat_2 ปีที่แล้ว +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 ปีที่แล้ว +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 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@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 ปีที่แล้ว +13

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

  • @maomikat
    @maomikat ปีที่แล้ว +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 ปีที่แล้ว +5

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

    • @brabaius162
      @brabaius162 ปีที่แล้ว +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 ปีที่แล้ว +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 ปีที่แล้ว +1

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

    • @brabaius162
      @brabaius162 ปีที่แล้ว +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 ปีที่แล้ว

      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 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@brabaius162 RU sure he is an immigrant?

    • @GretMe-dx6st
      @GretMe-dx6st ปีที่แล้ว

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

  • @inspire1al
    @inspire1al ปีที่แล้ว +7

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

  • @ruslileman3787
    @ruslileman3787 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Another great discourse from both of you, bravo..

  • @evfdurs
    @evfdurs ปีที่แล้ว +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  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks for sharing!

    • @GretMe-dx6st
      @GretMe-dx6st ปีที่แล้ว

      Singaporeans most stressed in the world a rat island

    • @nasirramli3601
      @nasirramli3601 ปีที่แล้ว +3

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

  • @lees7340
    @lees7340 ปีที่แล้ว +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 ปีที่แล้ว +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 ปีที่แล้ว

      😂

  • @terwandersingh3605
    @terwandersingh3605 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    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.

  • @Yasin_Affandi
    @Yasin_Affandi ปีที่แล้ว +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 ปีที่แล้ว +3

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

    • @Yasin_Affandi
      @Yasin_Affandi ปีที่แล้ว +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 ปีที่แล้ว +5

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

    • @Yasin_Affandi
      @Yasin_Affandi ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@norzainimohd-zain1325 Maybe, hahaha. 😀

    • @MaxChernov
      @MaxChernov  ปีที่แล้ว +6

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

  • @brotherzam5710
    @brotherzam5710 ปีที่แล้ว +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 ปีที่แล้ว +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 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Developing not developed.

    • @DaniTrejo45
      @DaniTrejo45 ปีที่แล้ว

      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 ปีที่แล้ว

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

    • @johankamarudin5155
      @johankamarudin5155 ปีที่แล้ว +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.

  • @perrytsalakh1941
    @perrytsalakh1941 ปีที่แล้ว +3

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

  • @tedlai6624
    @tedlai6624 ปีที่แล้ว +3

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

    • @MaxChernov
      @MaxChernov  ปีที่แล้ว

      🙏🙏🙏♥️♥️♥️

  • @faisalz8849
    @faisalz8849 ปีที่แล้ว +5

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

  • @babibrain
    @babibrain ปีที่แล้ว +6

    love your video. your video is getting better and better

    • @MaxChernov
      @MaxChernov  ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Thanks so much! 🙏

  • @srekashraff
    @srekashraff ปีที่แล้ว +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.

  • @MohdSahzirin1985Entertainment
    @MohdSahzirin1985Entertainment 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +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 🇸🇬 🎉🎉🎉

  • @siddd88
    @siddd88 ปีที่แล้ว +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.

  • @bahazmedia
    @bahazmedia ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Great video. Love it.

  • @raymondyeow2478
    @raymondyeow2478 ปีที่แล้ว +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 👍

  • @jipangmenjerit
    @jipangmenjerit ปีที่แล้ว +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)

  • @kamalghaz
    @kamalghaz ปีที่แล้ว +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  ปีที่แล้ว +6

      let me ask her to make the Eng ver :)

    • @rosliromasarms2111
      @rosliromasarms2111 ปีที่แล้ว +2

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

    • @GretMe-dx6st
      @GretMe-dx6st ปีที่แล้ว

      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😏😏

  • @theKhumbaguy
    @theKhumbaguy ปีที่แล้ว +2

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

  • @sultrys2291
    @sultrys2291 ปีที่แล้ว +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  ปีที่แล้ว

      interesting perspective! thanks!

    • @maddies85
      @maddies85 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes this will be interesting to watch though 😊

  • @jegmac
    @jegmac ปีที่แล้ว +3

    nice of you to be very frank about Malaysia :)

  • @kwpf
    @kwpf ปีที่แล้ว +14

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

    • @mewleen
      @mewleen ปีที่แล้ว

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

    • @muhammadnasirmustafa3621
      @muhammadnasirmustafa3621 ปีที่แล้ว +1

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

    • @amri3816
      @amri3816 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      If you like to fish Johor is best in peninsula

  • @stargazeronesixseven
    @stargazeronesixseven ปีที่แล้ว +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  ปีที่แล้ว +2

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

  • @junnaui5525
    @junnaui5525 ปีที่แล้ว +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 ปีที่แล้ว

    Beautifully done sharing sessions.

  • @zafir7007
    @zafir7007 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very insightful.

  • @blackknightshark7732
    @blackknightshark7732 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    ❤ this one Max.. 🤠👍🏻

  • @shazminbahari32
    @shazminbahari32 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for your feedback Daria! Appreciate dat🎉

  • @think2349
    @think2349 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +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.

  • @Kinai89
    @Kinai89 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    This is very helpful, thank you

    • @MaxChernov
      @MaxChernov  8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      You're very welcome!

  • @stlaw08
    @stlaw08 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

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

  • @ataisnake5890
    @ataisnake5890 ปีที่แล้ว +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.

  • @apanamakamu
    @apanamakamu ปีที่แล้ว +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.

    • @MaxChernov
      @MaxChernov  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Nice:) thanks for staying

  • @ajeezz6956
    @ajeezz6956 ปีที่แล้ว +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!!

    • @bonda8807
      @bonda8807 ปีที่แล้ว

      100% Agree

  • @noordinbeldenlex1620
    @noordinbeldenlex1620 ปีที่แล้ว +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  ปีที่แล้ว +6

      amazing analytics! thanks!

    • @noordinbeldenlex1620
      @noordinbeldenlex1620 ปีที่แล้ว +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 ปีที่แล้ว +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 ปีที่แล้ว +1

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

    • @noordinbeldenlex1620
      @noordinbeldenlex1620 ปีที่แล้ว +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 ปีที่แล้ว

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

  • @skanthaadsigns
    @skanthaadsigns ปีที่แล้ว +3

    You are very kind.. Thank you 🙏

  • @internationalfranchisealli5547
    @internationalfranchisealli5547 ปีที่แล้ว

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

  • @khairulazlanabdullah8638
    @khairulazlanabdullah8638 ปีที่แล้ว +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 ปีที่แล้ว +1

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

  • @fairos911118
    @fairos911118 ปีที่แล้ว

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

  • @rolandfoo6607
    @rolandfoo6607 ปีที่แล้ว

    Beautifully .. thank you!

  • @atikah4830
    @atikah4830 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Her comment about the Langkawi rental car was spot on

  • @krisztinafoo27
    @krisztinafoo27 ปีที่แล้ว +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 😂

  • @nurlisafadli80
    @nurlisafadli80 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is enjoyable to watch and listen

  • @bungaraya19082013
    @bungaraya19082013 ปีที่แล้ว +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 ปีที่แล้ว +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 ปีที่แล้ว +1

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

  • @fiona4228
    @fiona4228 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great interview with a lovely woman.

  • @mdhzwn
    @mdhzwn ปีที่แล้ว +4

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

  • @lyneh674
    @lyneh674 ปีที่แล้ว

    Brilliant!

  • @caravaz
    @caravaz 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Now u doing a good video showing different personality

  • @redmuggle7346
    @redmuggle7346 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    As a Malaysian myself, I agree about Johor.

  • @mybabylokey
    @mybabylokey 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    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.

  • @honeygoseyney2421
    @honeygoseyney2421 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +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.

  • @cantikpnd6384
    @cantikpnd6384 ปีที่แล้ว

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

  • @enchesoyaregaliaatriadelig5951
    @enchesoyaregaliaatriadelig5951 ปีที่แล้ว +3

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

  • @Ghuruba90
    @Ghuruba90 ปีที่แล้ว +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 ปีที่แล้ว

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

    • @hazejm
      @hazejm ปีที่แล้ว

      Happened in Geylang street isn't it?

    • @Ghuruba90
      @Ghuruba90 ปีที่แล้ว +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 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@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 ปีที่แล้ว

      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.

  • @xyayatx
    @xyayatx ปีที่แล้ว

    good point of view

  • @t700qwe8
    @t700qwe8 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Nice info..

  • @ridzz
    @ridzz ปีที่แล้ว +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  ปีที่แล้ว +13

      Yeh, I don’t think Johor is so dangerous

    • @secrets.295
      @secrets.295 ปีที่แล้ว +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 ปีที่แล้ว +4

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

    • @ld-n1648
      @ld-n1648 ปีที่แล้ว +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  ปีที่แล้ว +2

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

  • @annakim9300
    @annakim9300 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I agree with her about Genting.

  • @kakatuaa
    @kakatuaa 4 วันที่ผ่านมา

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

  • @pgobservers
    @pgobservers ปีที่แล้ว +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 ปีที่แล้ว +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 ปีที่แล้ว

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

  • @rizlanghazali985
    @rizlanghazali985 ปีที่แล้ว +1

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

  • @KironManuelCards
    @KironManuelCards 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

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

  • @henrikgustav2294
    @henrikgustav2294 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

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

  • @kopxpert
    @kopxpert ปีที่แล้ว +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"

  • @rurounikenshin3607
    @rurounikenshin3607 ปีที่แล้ว +8

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

  • @vanhelsing3225
    @vanhelsing3225 ปีที่แล้ว +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.

  • @umazh9765
    @umazh9765 ปีที่แล้ว +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  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I love to go to Desaru ♥️

    • @GajahMengaumTheBruce
      @GajahMengaumTheBruce ปีที่แล้ว +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 ปีที่แล้ว +1

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

  • @vonbayernDE
    @vonbayernDE ปีที่แล้ว

    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.

  • @BrenFirely
    @BrenFirely ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The place they are in is call Desa ParkCity. Am I wrong?

  • @babibrain
    @babibrain ปีที่แล้ว +27

    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 ปีที่แล้ว

      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 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@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.

  • @al-paciyes5722
    @al-paciyes5722 ปีที่แล้ว +2

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

  • @matzmn
    @matzmn ปีที่แล้ว

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

  • @maliaismail4670
    @maliaismail4670 ปีที่แล้ว +4

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

  • @rickywong2030
    @rickywong2030 ปีที่แล้ว +14

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

    • @muhammadnasirmustafa3621
      @muhammadnasirmustafa3621 ปีที่แล้ว

      It's normal to compare with your closest neighbour.

    • @BencerCourt123
      @BencerCourt123 ปีที่แล้ว +3

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

    • @muhammada2445
      @muhammada2445 ปีที่แล้ว

      Typical for them to worship white.

    • @ben.s.s
      @ben.s.s ปีที่แล้ว +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.

  • @ashtriana1
    @ashtriana1 ปีที่แล้ว

    But cherating is always full during monsoon, full with the surfing crowd

  • @tvok10
    @tvok10 ปีที่แล้ว

    Quite honest,generally

  • @jameshetfield1792
    @jameshetfield1792 ปีที่แล้ว +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

  • @miaouscleaumonocle
    @miaouscleaumonocle 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    'never feel I'm taken advantage of, because I'm a foreigner'... Me, remembering how many times I was offered the 'non local rate' in Singapore or Malaysia, more than twenty years ago, when there were many shops, stalls, even large stores with no fixed prices, where you had to bargain...

  • @notmyname3556
    @notmyname3556 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    For me, there's a different vibe to singapore compared to malaysia. Nothing too noticeable. I think it's more about culture and societal stuff to me. And the system(infrastructure) is a bit different compared to Malaysia.

  • @user-sd9zq4wr1p
    @user-sd9zq4wr1p 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Daria speaks like a real Malaysian.
    Quoted: "We do have a bit of a quite a bit weather on the east coast of peninsular"

  • @Carbossa77
    @Carbossa77 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Lazy or not, we are happy lot. We dont take things seriously but in a good way.

  • @esphilee
    @esphilee ปีที่แล้ว +1

    She is lovely.

  • @nursuaidahisa5758
    @nursuaidahisa5758 ปีที่แล้ว +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

  • @sirbobhatethenumberyoutubegive
    @sirbobhatethenumberyoutubegive ปีที่แล้ว +2

    nice & wise women👍👍👍

  • @hoelne303
    @hoelne303 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    It depends on the country you are brought up. The standard of living plays a big part n whether you are driven or not.
    Or migrate to a country with lower living expenses and be laid back and enjoy life.