For your information, malaysian people they don't hate foreigners, especially white people. Racism only happens among them. Specially malay and Chinese. Here the reasons. 1 - malaysia Chinese not happy with the bumiputra system(malay privilege). And the Chinese think the politicians policy in Malaysia only benefit for muslim only. 2 - the malays not really like the Chinese because most of them Can't speak national language and the malays think the Chinese will dominate the business sectors and take over the country abolish the bumiputra status. 3- the indian feels that they has being ignored by the government. And being Racism too all races in Malaysia. Like difficult to find a job and house for rent. Welcome to malaysia the weird nation.
For your information, malaysian people they don't hate foreigners, especially white people. Racism only happens among them. Specially malay and Chinese. Here the reasons. 1 - malaysia Chinese not happy with the bumiputra system(malay privilege). And the Chinese think the politicians policy in Malaysia only benefit for muslim only. 2 - the malays not really like the Chinese because most of them Can't speak national language and the malays think the Chinese will dominate the business sectors and take over the country abolish the bumiputra status. 3- the indian feels that they has being ignored by the government. And being Racism too all races in Malaysia. Like difficult to find a job and house for rent. Welcome to malaysia the weird nation.
Ben, your experience with the people who didn't give you the wrist band and the sellers who over charged you for food probably they're not Malaysians..
@@Animenzsenseitake out politics out of it there will be no type C, M or I. It's just Malaysians. If we see historically all the stir up we're caused by politicians.
@@Animenzsensei I think it's still the same; no one cares. Unless that individual is Malaysian and has a MyKad, they should have a sense of patriotism towards Malaysia.
In Malaysia, we genuinely don't care about your nationality, religion, or skin color, whether you're white or a person of color. We love seeing visitors from around the world, as long as you respect our culture. Just a heads-up, Malaysia's laws are based on both English law and Sharia law, so if you come across something different, especially regarding gender and sex, it's best to keep your opinions to yourself. We're a religious country, and faith comes first, so please follow our local laws, even if you're not from here. As an old Malay saying goes, "Masuk kandang kambing mengembek, Masuk kandang kerbau menguak" meaning you should adapt to the customs and environment you find yourself in
You lot are so ignorant lol what fo you mean you don't care about nationality religion or skin color? Do you know how the average malay treat an indian or persons of south asian descent especially the migrant workers? Do you not realize the massive stereotypes against the chinese? Have you seen the recent outcry over the Palestinian and Rohingyan refugees with the malay nationalists blaming the government on being too cordial towards foreigners? Hell you Malaysians don't even acknowledge indigenous peoples exist. Just shut the hell up bro
Tipulh.banyak bukti org kita racist terhadap kaum,agama dan warna kulit.tak nampak bila di mata kasar tapi bila ko tgk betul2 ada banyak je yg racist.mostly banyak yg ckp ini tanah melayu sila pulang ke negara sendiri.
Depends on who with. Like if it was your best friend whom you can trust, maybe you could discuss stuff like that. The topic of sex is something considered extremely personal for most if not all Malaysians. If initially people just smile and nod, they are probably being polite and trying to brush it off. If you persist in talking about those things with them, you should take some non-verbal queues. Most of the time it's pretty obvious that people are getting uncomfortable. He probably didn't pay enough attention.
I’ve been in Malaysia 10+ years and they’re the nicest most respectful people ever. Anyone who has a problem with malaysia is probably just ignorant or doesn’t understand the culture.
you went to muslim-malay based community, you adapt to their culture, same goes to other racial based community, which are a norm in Malaysia. Just because you have different lifestyle and want to be open, and the MALAYSIAN people point it out, doesn't mean they are being racist, you come to other country, you adapt, don't bring your habits here
@@haziq903 well, wdym with "don't bring your habits here"? Have you forgotten that 50% of Malaysians already adopted other people's habits to this country without the need for others to show their habits here? Stop being a hypocrite! As it is, a lot of us are far juicier and hotter than the West in terms of our topics anyway...much of our countrymen talked about getting layed even Westerners find us more repudiating than them. So yes, play the conservative card all you want...no holy sanctimonious Malaysians like you exist...or maybe you're just being a holy conservative fraud😇
Yes, we Malaysians know about the strict visa policies. It was not made to make you feel unwelcome. Too many foreigners from certain countries (like China, Bangladesh, Pakistan and Indonesia) are here on temporary visa but then disappear after the time period is over. That is what the government is trying to work out right now.
@@raghavnamasivayam8706 - It means they will get help from other foreigners already settled here with work permits to find them jobs and then stay here illegally which happens a lot. Many employers could give them jobs because they could be in power over the foreigners. The foreigners have no permit so whatever minimun wage, amount of time and condition of work which the employers want to give, the employers have full control and the foreigners will not complaint. This is largely due to the difference of currency value between Malaysia and countries where the foreigners came from (mostly Bangladesh and Indonesia). Most of the time, these illegal workers will stay put out of sight of authority and their needs will be handled by others from their own countries who do have permits.
@GobiSubramaniam well how can work permits be settled people aren't they temp workers if those workers give jobs to non permit workers isn't that stealing jobs from locals
@@raghavnamasivayam8706 They dont....but instead... stay and open their own business without concern.they knew how corrupt and easy to buy affection from cop and others agency......that why Malaysia got new name called as Malaydesh....theres no more Malaysia... everywhere you go, theres always,bangla,rohinya,pakistan and other.... That why we call as 'Malaysia is truly asia' famous for taking rejected citizen from problematic country....
4:27 The French guy did something inappropriate and forbidden, but he tried to frame it as an issue of racism. In reality, we are supposed to respect the culture and societal norms of the country we live in. It's a common sense.
Malaysians do not discuss sex and politics because sexual matters are a private conversation if ever it arises among extremely close friend or friends. We leave your bedroom matters to you, not the public. hahaha... Politics is also another topic we avoid because everyone has different opinions and we try to respect their affiliations coz having an open discussion would become heated and cause friction in friendship and relationship! So we value our relationship with our friends, neighbors and community above all. Please learn our culture and our dos and don'ts and do not expect Malaysians to change according to your culture just like we do not expect others in other country to follow our tradition if we visit there. This is Traveling 101 visitors or nomads must learn if you wanna be comfortable in Southeast Asia in general.
I think 5 years is too long for digital nomad. It’s called nomad for a reason. 1 year is enough. 5 years is like you basically become PR , maybe marriage, or having family or job. So digital nomad 1 year is appropriate. Influx of foreigners from higher income country if they stay longer like 5 years, the rent will be more expensive and the locals will suffer.
Well,we malaysian can differentiate who is indonesian and who is malaysian..in my opinion maybe through fashion,what always malaysian love to wear is not the same as indonesians..
Saudi Arabian can also tell easily haha! Just look at their treatment for Malaysians and Indonesians going to Macca. Night and day level of treatment, and most of the time they guessed it correctly.
For the bald guy, I’d say Malaysians aren’t taught to say ‘no’ in an assertive way, or it’s just the culture that discourages boldness and straightforwardness. As a Malaysian, I feel that the culture still emphasizes being subtle or ‘polite.’ He mentioned that he thought he had built a relationship with them, but it’s probably a cultural difference, where the level and extent of connection perceived were different. It’s quite confusing, especially when they think you’re okay with something, but deep down, you’re not, and you don’t react as obviously. Of course, this excludes situations where the person is aware that someone doesn’t like it and deliberately pushes the limits. I’m speaking generally, but personally, I’d encourage Malaysians to be themselves and be more vocal about their feelings.
the "discourages boldness and straightforwardness" is so true, I'm malay and when I speak with straight forwardness people get overwhelmed so much it's insane but I continue it either way
I think being polite is the beauty of Malaysians themselves. Because that was one way we can come together in a harmony environment, without taking things to heart. Because when we are too straightforward, it can cause more misunderstanding than solving the real problem. But I do think Malaysians need to be more vocal on several aspects.
Living in Malaysia 5+ years, didn't experience much racism. There was this one instance when me and my friends tried to get in a club at Bangsar but the bouncer said it's for Indians only which was odd but funny😂 The chinese students in our uni would only mingle with other chinese which was quite annoying. Also searching a job as a student for internships is really hard. Ended up doing real estate marketing where they just hire anyone. For full time jobs there are strict requirements and long procedures which companies don't want to bother with unless they really need you, so it's understandable. As a mixed Russian Egyptian, I've experienced more racism in Egypt than in Malaysia lol.
club in bangsar being rasist? no dear.. its for your own safety dear, when Indian drunk.. they truly drunk dear.. that is courtesy by bouncer dear... he dont want to fight to safe you from those drunkers... there is a place I know once, even 'normal' Indian wont want to stay in that housing area, because there will always been a fight there.. between neighbour, they always drunk, didnt matter in the morning, evening, noon, or night... when they drunk, they become loud... then the neighbour would get angry... then fight... so?? be thankful to that bouncer dear... he not racist... but.. for your own safety...
@@raghavnamasivayam8706 i meant that whenever we try to interact with chinese students they just look at you like you ate their pet or sth. Happened to me when i asked to group up for a project.
I'm a Malaysian an now lives in ipoh. But born in KL and mostly raised in KL. I'm also a muslim malay and have chinese and indian friends. I also have Borneo friends. If we respect each other it doesn't matter what colour of your skin.
Malaysian here, we dont give a f where you from, most of the people here are friendly. But please be respectful, do not talk about race, royal, religion, politics topics publicly. These are sensitive topics and people do not want to discuss too much on it. Other than that, enjoy your food 🙌🏻
@@holycrap8367 there is a way to go about doing that. For example, in our Federal Constitution, we have four provisions- "the sensitive amendment provision." We should talk-it is the only way to educate.
I agree with your statement. Thats why people feeling welcome in Malaysia. Sensitive issues are not brought out to protect unity among Malaysian. If we are ‘freedom’ ‘being ourselves’ we gonna become second country of America? I guess.
@@natsudragneel8104 Yes, as long as you don’t publicly criticise these topics, especially the royal and religion part, otherwise you will went missing the other day💀 I mean not as bad as that probably a bad joke, but malaysia is a multiracial country, we have different beliefs and opinions, however we have been able to live peacefully together because we tolerate one another (most of us at least) thats why we got so many dedicated holidays for different group of people. Other than that, yes sir you are welcome here absolutely without a doubt. Sir where are you from may i know?
2:59 it is protecting policy to help local job... even we do have race quota when applying local university and specific business license. But honestly over protect will harm the globalization, govern need to balance that.
When people discuss racism, they aren't expecting it to be completely nonexistent Shifting the conversation in that direction only serves to blur the focus
I like the topics you bring up to the foreigners on your interviews, and I'm in shock to hear the guy from Sahara not able to find any food he can eat in the food capital of the world, Malaysia!😅😂
As a Malaysian, it is easy to tell between Malaysian and Indonesian. U can look at their fashion style, hijab style forr muslim, make up and sometimes face features.
Try asking working class (expats/labour force) from India, China, Bangladesh, Myanmar, Nepal, Nigeria. Will be an interesting follow up to this video. the incidences highlighted (meditation class/ clubs) do not reflect the day to day activities of the majority of Malaysians. Those are very big-city/western/nightlife leaning lifestyles which a tiny percentage of upper middle class/wealthy Malaysians pursue. Also interviews with people from outside KL (Shah Alam/ Klang / Puchong / Bangi / Seremban will be cool. Great content overall 👍🏽 Keep it up!
Malaysian themselves experience racism n discrimination among themselves too..so.. So yeah, if you're foreigner, Malaysian are nice n friendly, just don't take advantage of us.. that's all, anything else.. we practically adore you
The 1 year digital nomad visa is good enough..Malaysia has already its count of population foreigners working n businesses. we do not have to fill the digital or progressive sector with more foreigners..maybe until our currency gets so much stronger. i really don't mind Asians (Indonesians, Bangladeshis) working here..but it really bothers me when high income nationals like US, UK works here..they take a much higher salary than locals here when in fact locals have the same talent n experience..
It is very easy to spot difference from indonesian and malaysian. Most Malaysians can spot them too. It is the way their face look like, the way they dress, and the way they talk, the place where they usually always want to hang out and eat at indonesian food restaurants.
Yea I can definitely tell very quickly by the clothing and the way they speak, but for the facial features and skin tone alone I don't think I can spot the difference that well yet.
the Venezuelan guy there... hahha reminded me that back in the 90's our local tv stations used to air 'telenovela' series from latin america every week and it was a big hit back then....
Here some tips you can use in malaysia that i can give you as Malaysian: 1. Most malaysian people can speak english or atleast understand english but not good for english conversation. 2. You know they are malaysian if they said the word "La/Loh/Lor/Meh" at the end of their sentence. 3. You dont know malaysian people are really friendly until you approach them. 4. KL crowded place mostly are not local people. (Could be migrant worker from bangladesh/nepal/india/thai/Philippine). 5. Easier place to find local food is at Kampung Baru. (Many local food but not taste like real local taste atleast for me😅) There is more but maybe others can add in comments below. Hahah thanks
6. Hot and humid at average 31°C. 7. Malaysia does not host sex tourism. A conservative society. 8. Foreign tourists don't face racism. 9. Safe and clean. 10. 70+% English literacy rate. 11. Modern transport and communication system. 12. Great medical services. 13. Cigarettes and liquor are expensive due to high tax.
We are Malaysian, we are racist, but not at the level that we want to kill each other, more like sibling fights. Tho if it's about sports or hating a specific person or israel, we come together pretty easily
I don't think it's called racism but more like having culture differences and dark backstories that a lot of us stays away from to get mixed up/compromise. I mean doesn't matter what ethnicity we're from but in the end some humans tends to do crap to others while wearing that identity and the worst thing is when it became a generalization. As for hurting and violence against certain ethnicity for no reason, that's definitely racism.
I live a bit more than 10 years here in KL (german guy married to Malaysian Indian). One day we went to a small restaurant in Petaling Jaya. There is this guy who gives out the plates and puts rice on them. He gives one to my wife and then is trying so hard to ignore me even though he was clearly looking at me when we entered. I‘m not the type of person to confront people for such a thing. Then after a longer while my wife says »take my plate« and tells the guy to give her another one. That worked. Another thing that happened to me twice in these 10 years: I enter a shop and say »good afternoon, do you sell…« and before I can say what I‘m looking for the salesperson/owner yells »No!« at me. Besides that I only encountered 99.9% great people here. It seems the few bad apples have to be really bad to give some contrast?
I'm sorry that happened to you. Maybe, just maybe both times that person can't speak English & so nervous & it looks rude to u. I'm also that kind of person. I do understand & can write decent English. But when it comes to talking, I automatically try to avoid it. I once panic & my mind is blank when asked "how are u doing" by foreigner.
@@Kunt6119 Thank you. Well 3 of these incedents in 10 years is not really a big thing in my opinion. Could be worse in many countries. Anyway I guess a thoughtful person like you despite being nervous wouldn‘t yell at people even before they can even finish their sentence. I have met quite a number of the nervous type here aswell. Best situation is when I see the doctor and get my medication at the counter. The nurse won‘t talk to me even though I stand in front of her. Instead she will always address my wife: »here is your hubby‘s medication. He shall take this one 3 times a day before a meal….«. Nevertheless she gives me a friendly nod with a smile when arriving or leaving. I understand she must be nervous to talk to a foreigner…thats indeed a different story.
could the pharmacist lady a muslim.? if a muslim… in islam.. women or men are told to lower their gaze when talking or pass by to each other.. unless they are married.. related etc… if she wasn’t.. maybe the pharmacist was shy of u.. u must be a good looking person… some girls like that… 🤔🤔…
@@eerievon2208 No, she is a Hindu Malaysian Indian. But clearly a bit shy, that‘s why I understand despite in my country of origin that would be a very weird thing to do. About my looks…I leave that to others to judge ;)
Ben, this another great topic but a little sensitive i really enjoyed hearing the honest opinions from fireigner. Please always come up with creative topics thst really get us interested. I like the part that you shout out to the government on VISA policy, its hillsrious.
well, true Malaysian not just casual racist, but competitive 1v1v1 epic-ranked racist. sometimes we really hate each other, but when someone shitting about our food, we are 1 MALAYSIA!😂
Racism is there all around the world so Malaysian is no exception to the rule. Malaysian in general are very friendly people but that doesn't mean they can't be racist. They are very soft when it comes to Europeans but with Asian they are a big more racist especially people from India,Pakistan, Bangladesh & Rohingya
Try getting your fruits in your garden or items getting stolen again and again. You would get fed up too. It won't be only one or two persons. They will get their group of friends to come and steal almost all the fruits on trees. To call the police over the fruits? You serious? You think the police would care?
@@bluemountain19 you are right in fact malay just want to be polite but not really polite deep down they dont respect indians, Bangladesh Pakistan so on
9:32 Even for locals, it’s not easy to open a bank account unless you have an official letter from your employer or educational institution. This is because the government wants to reduce the risk of scams, illegal businesses, and other issues.
From my personal life experience, Malaysians treat Europeans very well, while they treat people from poor South Asian countries badly, which is very sad.
Well , as a single individual malaysian , ive never been taught to treat poor or rich people differently but im not saying what you experienced isnt real . We are far from perfect and thank you for sharing
Hi Ben, enjoy watching your videos all these while. Really going strong now that you hit 15k subscribers. Your are such a Great interviewer and seems like you're having lotsa fun too. See you at the Top soon 😊
..i came to Malaysia as a professional, without long term plans some time ago..initially i didnt like it very much and eventually i learned 'do's and donts' and ever since, fell in 'love' with Malaysia that im now permanent citizen, contributing greatly in malaysia military sector...very kind and humble folks here, love them all(all races).
Not really, im a malay, just to remind u dont force your western value over here because when i was in US, i dont tell american how and what they should think. u want to be accepted? Adapt💁
as a Malaysian, i born with fully aware that are so many races, culture and religions in this world... i wonder foreigners are so curious about racism😮... its annoying sometime..
Malaysia is the fair and unity country in this world. Many religions and skin can stay together with peace! No country is this world have many religions like Malaysia!
Since the word is plural “Restaurants”, then the best way to test out is to go to Food Courts, Restaurant clusters, or nightly Food Streets. You can try out all sorts of dishes at one time without having to go to several places. Try out native Asian dishes such as Malay, Indian, Chinese, Korean, Japanese, Thai, Indonesian, Arabic & Fusion, Moroccan, Turkish and Tunisian restaurants You’ll know what suits you BEST.
There is only 2 places we will see Racism in Malaysia Either through Netizen cyber bullying neighboring countries like Indonesia because we argue like siblings fights but the moment non-ASEAN country talk bad about any of us, we will instantly backup each other like how siblings protect from strangers but then we will contrinue argue again with each other 😆 ...or when Malaysian just simply driving during traffic jams and the car in front does not give signal to change lanes...lmao 😆
3:07 Hey as Malaysian this is a good idea to have more foreign people in our country, especially as a college student i just love talking to my friends from other countries they are cool dudes
I'm Malay Muslim and I can feel the French guy. I think I shared some similar character with him, I was subconciously direct on everything I said and care less about nuance and sensitivity during my growing up period, but nobody likes me for being honest. People call me stupid fool and rude. So I become extremely cautious on how I speak and behave myself by conforming anything I do not agree with and try to not upset anyone around me. It does help maintaining stability and harmony for people around me but for myself I felt hurt deep inside because I could not express myself.
Too many foreigners with different cultures are staying here and it would forever change the uniqueness that Malaysia has already have with our major races unity. Yes true too may bad experience with westerners behaving bad , entitled and foul mouth. Thus, we would like to preserve the Malaysian way culture😅 . Visitors and tourists are always welcomed but not for long stay .
In majority Chinese states like Penang, the people inherently have racial bias due to social conditioning & upbringing. The Chinese will only send their children to Chinese schools unless rejected due to bad grades. There's a kind of 'holier than thou' mental attitude toward other races especially immigrants. Even the housing areas people live in are somewhat divided by race. It is very different from metropolitan KL where >90% go to national public schools with all mixed races. Big city kids are more willing to work part time jobs during school breaks so they grow up exposed & with more humility & respectful toward those who serve or work in service industry. But if you're a foreigner, you only need to worry about not being scammed & paying too much when buying stuffs in Chinatown Petaling Street.
Hello. New subscriber here.😊 Malaysia is a welcoming country. I can say that everyone is generally friendly with foreigner. We are a multicultural country so we've been taught about accepting other people's differences and everyone is unique. But bare in mind not to discuss about religion, political issues & cultures openly unless due to curiosity then you're okay to ask politely.
I’m Malaysian and my best friend are from Nigeria. Many people looks me weirdly and scared as I hang out with my friend. I feel bad as some malaysian still not open minded
I know the feeling.. my good bud is from Zambia and also one from Nigeria. These two are genuinely here to study, so they can find good jobs anywhere with their university certs, to help look after their family, as their culture of looking after the family and siblings and (some even cousins!) are very much like South East Asians. Both are excellent students btw. Yet, I noticed some judgmental eyes when we hang around. I told them though where that negative feelings come from (issues of the bad apples coming here to do nasty stuff), they understand, but I tell them to also remember - I too am Malaysian and I can differentiate good people and bad people, you don't generalise people like they are all the same. Anybody of any race are capable of being good or bad. And both of them picked up some BM, and really earned respect and trusts of lecturers and locals who knows them. So salute to them and you for standing by your pal, especially if someone makes a racist remark to your friend.
Malaysia is a unique country : * Great Lifestyle Options. * All Year-Round Good Weather. * Affordable Healthcare. * Amazing Infrastructure. * Respect. * Fresh, Whole Food. * An Expat-Friendly Real Estate Market.
Love the video, greetings from a Malaysian. Just a suggestion that may or may not help, to instead prepare an open ended question instead of a yes and no. For an example, instead of "do you have a good experience here in Malaysia?" , you may switch it up to "What are the good experience you've had so far in Malaysia" . I feel like this might invite more personal answers rather than just "yeah yes yep". Might help engage more meaningful conversations that may or may not be relatable to some viewers too. Regardless, its a cute and friendly video you should definitely do more! :)
Digital Nomad (DN) Visa can cause gentrification against the locals. Go ask the Mexicans and Balinese who had to deal with these. When people from richer country starts moving in droves to a country, they priced out the locals in almost anything. I remember seeing a youtube video about this, a DN made a video of her lavish lifestyle in Bali from a salary of just 3,000 USD. She cant afford that in California of course but not only she bragged, she even teaches and made way for others to come and stay in Bali. And what happened in Bali? The prices are increasing like crazy. Mexico is facing the same problem. Thailand and even Vietnam. Thats why the 1 year is enough. If you want to stay for more years, you contribute more to the country that you wish to stay. I have nothing against the DN. I also work from home. I just finish 2 weeks of work-cation in Bali. I also maxed out my 30 days visa free stay in Vietnam hopping from hotel after hotel while workcation. I think thats good enough. No need to stay for too long in one place.
In Malaysia we live in multiple races. We are taught to respect everyone regardless of skin color, race, and religion. If you meet someone or a group of people who offend you, I apologize on their behalf. And even so, we also hope that every foreigner who comes to Malaysia always respects the people in the country and obeys the set rules only. Let's respect each other! and don't forget to smile. Malaysian really like to smile. Some of them look like hard to approach but once you smile ,they will smile for you back. By the way, thank you for making this video and I really hope you can explore more about Malaysia and you can enjoy your time in here. Thank You so much!
Ben,next video would be an interview about racism for immigrants and foreigners from Indian sub- continents namely from Bangladesh, Pakistan and Indian... Most of them cannot speak English so please use Google translate. By speaking their language they will be able to express their true feelings clearly ...... We want to hear their experiences and Why ?
no Ben.. pls dont, we like the way it is now, it would be bad for them if they says something that would offend some of our short circuit brainer here... It will be really-really bad for them... trust me... they come to work and send money for their familys.. dont make it worst for them...
Their attitude were disgusting, the smell, the hygiene, the crimes they committed when they're in Malaysia, especially the pervert. It's not racism, we just hate their attitude that they brought from their country. They spit their saliva everywhere, it's disgusting behaviour. One day i watch a news a Bangladeshi touch a minor (the private part at that, the audacity!). It's always them when it comes to the $€xual assault. Not to mention they illegally built houses, stores and illegal business market on someone's land. With that behaviour, anyone would've hate them. I not saying all of them but MOST of them until at one point, it became a stereotype.
it depends on what type of cuisine you are looking for. Malaysia are multicultural country with multiraces, resulting in many types of food available, ranging from middle east cuisine, indian, malay, chinese, vietnamese, italian, indonesian, western, Arabic & Fusion, Moroccan, Turkish, and Tunisian restaurants and the list keep going on. If you like diversities in 1 place (with very cheap price too) I recommend you to go to Kampung Baru area in Kuala Lumpur. There are a lot of choices there that represent Malaysian taste and culture. If you would like to try indian cuisine, I recommend you to go to Pelita Nasi Kandar, with a unique blend of taste indian and Malays. Happy food hunting .
As a Malaysian, I can confirm that most of us here ARE racists but we just don't show it that much in front of people. We Malaysians just like to mind our own business and just don't really care to bring anything up. Other times there is positive discrimination, depending on how you see it.
Racism is inherent in every person. What defines us a person is our decision to act on it or not, to be aware of it, and the constant reflection about our action surrounding that tendency. So yeah, I agree with you.
My husband who is from the Philippines, came here to Penang in 1994 for a 3 month contract as a hotel musician... He is now on his 30th year. That's how much he loves Malaysia.
@@jasmineong7776I'm malaysian but I can't seem to be friends with indon. Their.. I'm not sure but aura? Or their personality just doesn't fit me. And the way they talk to me makes me think they don't want to be friends with me so that's why I don't have any indon friends but Philip friends instead..😅
as a Malaysian, born and raised in KL. Although I'm Malaysian Chinese, mixed Thai. I have experienced a lot of lowkey racism. And I kid you not, they get real creative. I grew up in an English speaking family, so Malay and mandarin aren't my specialty. I've been assumed I'm Myanmar(because I don't look like any typical Chinese person) even though I've told them that I'm local and spoke to them in Chinese, they dodged it and continued using Malay(and they were Chinese). Plus I've been called a 'banana' multiple times, it's a racist term for being yellow on the outside and white in the inside. So, it's a little unfortunate and unfair that they treated foreigners nicely while they mistreat ppl who are mixed.
All that been said by those you interviewed can’t be constituted as proof that Malaysians are racist…they basicly touched on either the cultural norm here or governance of the country…tourists on whatever visa are welcome and we do want them to feel good coming here but like any other countries there are regulations and norms that need to be respected..Malaysian in general are colour blind i would say..but we do judged people based on their attitude.
Don't see the logic of asking tourists about racism in whatever country/ies they're visiting. 😂😂🙄 Looks like he's trying to get foreigners to 'start' having negative thots about this small Muslim country!..? Yeah, Allahua'lam.
@@YouSayITWould you rather for it to be like Canada? Got rammed face-to-face by a van just for being of a certain skin colour? That's what happened to our Malaysian Chinese there btw during height of Covid. Talk c0ck about us Malays like you Singkaypo always do but at least we are known to be peaceful people. We don't do random sniping based on skin colour like that.
As for me, people in Malaysia are commonly friendly and respectful towards everyone, if you are friendly and respectful, regardless where you come from. The one or two negative exceptions can be easily ignored. A few Ixiots are everywhere in the world. Keep it up, Malaysian people! It's makes your country beautiful!
4:27 I don't think this is even racism. You're not supposed to talk about such inappropriate topics out in the open. The French guy needs to understand the Malaysian culture more, because talking about that topic so out in the open even moreso in-depth is definitely not normal
Come at my place where i busk bro. Mongolia BBQ, Changkat Bukit Bintang. Tonight I will be there ( 8pm -3.30 am) and it is also the eve of my birthday.
i experienced 1 time it was around 2020 the first day of MCO, i went to buy in a speedmart necessary things for the lockdown, and as i was walking an owner of a mamak screamed at me saying that foreigners are the one who caused the pandemic that i should die, i felt terrified so i just ran back home. but so in my 5yrs here everyone is very kind and very friendly aside from that 1 instance.
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u shud ask black people or african..
For your information, malaysian people they don't hate foreigners, especially white people. Racism only happens among them. Specially malay and Chinese. Here the reasons.
1 - malaysia Chinese not happy with the bumiputra system(malay privilege). And the Chinese think the politicians policy in Malaysia only benefit for muslim only.
2 - the malays not really like the Chinese because most of them Can't speak national language and the malays think the Chinese will dominate the business sectors and take over the country abolish the bumiputra status.
3- the indian feels that they has being ignored by the government. And being Racism too all races in Malaysia. Like difficult to find a job and house for rent.
Welcome to malaysia the weird nation.
For your information, malaysian people they don't hate foreigners, especially white people. Racism only happens among them. Specially malay and Chinese. Here the reasons.
1 - malaysia Chinese not happy with the bumiputra system(malay privilege). And the Chinese think the politicians policy in Malaysia only benefit for muslim only.
2 - the malays not really like the Chinese because most of them Can't speak national language and the malays think the Chinese will dominate the business sectors and take over the country abolish the bumiputra status.
3- the indian feels that they has being ignored by the government. And being Racism too all races in Malaysia. Like difficult to find a job and house for rent.
Welcome to malaysia the weird nation.
Ben, your experience with the people who didn't give you the wrist band and the sellers who over charged you for food probably they're not Malaysians..
Must be at Petaling st, I!m malaysian those migrant try to rip me off
We malaysian don’t really care about where u coming from… just behave and be respect to others
Yup spot on
i saw many comment always said type C pendatang in social media, obviously there are still many care where they coming from. lmao
@@Animenzsenseitake out politics out of it there will be no type C, M or I. It's just Malaysians. If we see historically all the stir up we're caused by politicians.
@@mohdhermanspoliticians created institutionalized racism
@@Animenzsensei I think it's still the same; no one cares. Unless that individual is Malaysian and has a MyKad, they should have a sense of patriotism towards Malaysia.
In Malaysia, we genuinely don't care about your nationality, religion, or skin color, whether you're white or a person of color. We love seeing visitors from around the world, as long as you respect our culture. Just a heads-up, Malaysia's laws are based on both English law and Sharia law, so if you come across something different, especially regarding gender and sex, it's best to keep your opinions to yourself. We're a religious country, and faith comes first, so please follow our local laws, even if you're not from here. As an old Malay saying goes, "Masuk kandang kambing mengembek, Masuk kandang kerbau menguak" meaning you should adapt to the customs and environment you find yourself in
Omputeh kata, "when in Rome, do as the Romans do".
@ahmadmuzzaffarmustapha5786 . botol.
@@kysanhaider right, but then nothing being done on child ab19e in our country...follow our local laws boohoo🥱😌
You lot are so ignorant lol what fo you mean you don't care about nationality religion or skin color? Do you know how the average malay treat an indian or persons of south asian descent especially the migrant workers? Do you not realize the massive stereotypes against the chinese? Have you seen the recent outcry over the Palestinian and Rohingyan refugees with the malay nationalists blaming the government on being too cordial towards foreigners? Hell you Malaysians don't even acknowledge indigenous peoples exist. Just shut the hell up bro
Tipulh.banyak bukti org kita racist terhadap kaum,agama dan warna kulit.tak nampak bila di mata kasar tapi bila ko tgk betul2 ada banyak je yg racist.mostly banyak yg ckp ini tanah melayu sila pulang ke negara sendiri.
French guy confused racism with being called out for bringing up inappropriate topics. Just don't be creepy man.
Yes, he looks creepy enough 😅
@@KarimXtreme i dont think he is creepy or a bad guy, just insensitive to the local culture.
Their culture is sex
Lies again? Gangbang Of Mola Sport USD SGD
@@flyingfox3766well said
The bald guy is ignorant. Malaysia is a conservative society. Discussing sex with them is completely inappropriate.
Agreed. Malaysia is not like Thailand nor Philippines.
Where got? I M'sian and we talk and have a lot of sex 😅
Depends on who with. Like if it was your best friend whom you can trust, maybe you could discuss stuff like that. The topic of sex is something considered extremely personal for most if not all Malaysians. If initially people just smile and nod, they are probably being polite and trying to brush it off. If you persist in talking about those things with them, you should take some non-verbal queues. Most of the time it's pretty obvious that people are getting uncomfortable. He probably didn't pay enough attention.
Frankly I'd tell him to stop talking here in Germany, too.
Yes true
I’ve been in Malaysia 10+ years and they’re the nicest most respectful people ever. Anyone who has a problem with malaysia is probably just ignorant or doesn’t understand the culture.
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100% agree with you my friend
Tq for your kind words to Malaysian ppl ❤
As an old white man on holiday here I have never experienced any racism, hostility or anything but friendliness in Malaysia
For tourist it is fine, Malaysia it is a good place to visit. If you are a citizen, Malaysia has Legalised Apartheid System.
@@kayellai5278 can you clarify what you mean by that?
Your white buddy, white people are treated way better in Malaysia
As a Malaysian myself I have no idea what system is that
@@kayellai5278 if racism existed in Malaysia it would be difficult to exclude tourists because a racist will be a racist regardless
you went to muslim-malay based community, you adapt to their culture, same goes to other racial based community, which are a norm in Malaysia. Just because you have different lifestyle and want to be open, and the MALAYSIAN people point it out, doesn't mean they are being racist, you come to other country, you adapt, don't bring your habits here
Yeah, especially when something clandestine happens as in GISBH's scandals...closeted on the outside, bare open on the inside☺️🫣
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@@haziq903 well, wdym with "don't bring your habits here"? Have you forgotten that 50% of Malaysians already adopted other people's habits to this country without the need for others to show their habits here? Stop being a hypocrite! As it is, a lot of us are far juicier and hotter than the West in terms of our topics anyway...much of our countrymen talked about getting layed even Westerners find us more repudiating than them. So yes, play the conservative card all you want...no holy sanctimonious Malaysians like you exist...or maybe you're just being a holy conservative fraud😇
yeah look at the events held by our Malay Muslim GISBH...Any thoughts about that before sounding like a fool commenting? I mean look at the slzzez
@@TheOrable5135 our government taking actions against religion extremist, nothing to argue, my dear westoid fanboy
Yes, we Malaysians know about the strict visa policies. It was not made to make you feel unwelcome. Too many foreigners from certain countries (like China, Bangladesh, Pakistan and Indonesia) are here on temporary visa but then disappear after the time period is over. That is what the government is trying to work out right now.
What do you mean dissappear
@@raghavnamasivayam8706 - It means they will get help from other foreigners already settled here with work permits to find them jobs and then stay here illegally which happens a lot.
Many employers could give them jobs because they could be in power over the foreigners. The foreigners have no permit so whatever minimun wage, amount of time and condition of work which the employers want to give, the employers have full control and the foreigners will not complaint. This is largely due to the difference of currency value between Malaysia and countries where the foreigners came from (mostly Bangladesh and Indonesia).
Most of the time, these illegal workers will stay put out of sight of authority and their needs will be handled by others from their own countries who do have permits.
@GobiSubramaniam well how can work permits be settled people aren't they temp workers if those workers give jobs to non permit workers isn't that stealing jobs from locals
@@raghavnamasivayam8706 They dont....but instead... stay and open their own business without concern.they knew how corrupt and easy to buy affection from cop and others agency......that why Malaysia got new name called as Malaydesh....theres no more Malaysia... everywhere you go, theres always,bangla,rohinya,pakistan and other.... That why we call as 'Malaysia is truly asia' famous for taking rejected citizen from problematic country....
@tuanrazif6003 well those are muslims who are being received well are those work permits given citizenship
4:27 The French guy did something inappropriate and forbidden, but he tried to frame it as an issue of racism. In reality, we are supposed to respect the culture and societal norms of the country we live in. It's a common sense.
This
No he didn't frame it as racism. Listen to what he says closely.
@@nigeltee4135 did you listen to the video at all or did you missed the part he responded with that after being asked about feeling racism
Malaysians do not discuss sex and politics because sexual matters are a private conversation if ever it arises among extremely close friend or friends. We leave your bedroom matters to you, not the public. hahaha... Politics is also another topic we avoid because everyone has different opinions and we try to respect their affiliations coz having an open discussion would become heated and cause friction in friendship and relationship! So we value our relationship with our friends, neighbors and community above all. Please learn our culture and our dos and don'ts and do not expect Malaysians to change according to your culture just like we do not expect others in other country to follow our tradition if we visit there. This is Traveling 101 visitors or nomads must learn if you wanna be comfortable in Southeast Asia in general.
I think 5 years is too long for digital nomad. It’s called nomad for a reason. 1 year is enough. 5 years is like you basically become PR , maybe marriage, or having family or job. So digital nomad 1 year is appropriate. Influx of foreigners from higher income country if they stay longer like 5 years, the rent will be more expensive and the locals will suffer.
Good statement there.... ❤
You are right 👍.
They have to invest here and add value to the local economy..
Well,we malaysian can differentiate who is indonesian and who is malaysian..in my opinion maybe through fashion,what always malaysian love to wear is not the same as indonesians..
True, most of us can differentiate
I heard a theory from a researcher (forgot his name so you can google) that we can recognize our people from smell.
Indonesia speaks Malaysian,we still can hear the accent.But if the Malay Indonesian,it's hard to outsider know.
There is also a difference in the Malay and Indonesian dialects
Saudi Arabian can also tell easily haha! Just look at their treatment for Malaysians and Indonesians going to Macca. Night and day level of treatment, and most of the time they guessed it correctly.
For the bald guy, I’d say Malaysians aren’t taught to say ‘no’ in an assertive way, or it’s just the culture that discourages boldness and straightforwardness. As a Malaysian, I feel that the culture still emphasizes being subtle or ‘polite.’ He mentioned that he thought he had built a relationship with them, but it’s probably a cultural difference, where the level and extent of connection perceived were different. It’s quite confusing, especially when they think you’re okay with something, but deep down, you’re not, and you don’t react as obviously. Of course, this excludes situations where the person is aware that someone doesn’t like it and deliberately pushes the limits.
I’m speaking generally, but personally, I’d encourage Malaysians to be themselves and be more vocal about their feelings.
As a Malaysian I truly agree with you, we feel guilty to say no especially to foreigner as we feel that you are our guest.
the "discourages boldness and straightforwardness" is so true, I'm malay and when I speak with straight forwardness people get overwhelmed so much it's insane but I continue it either way
I think being polite is the beauty of Malaysians themselves. Because that was one way we can come together in a harmony environment, without taking things to heart. Because when we are too straightforward, it can cause more misunderstanding than solving the real problem. But I do think Malaysians need to be more vocal on several aspects.
Living in Malaysia 5+ years, didn't experience much racism.
There was this one instance when me and my friends tried to get in a club at Bangsar but the bouncer said it's for Indians only which was odd but funny😂
The chinese students in our uni would only mingle with other chinese which was quite annoying.
Also searching a job as a student for internships is really hard. Ended up doing real estate marketing where they just hire anyone. For full time jobs there are strict requirements and long procedures which companies don't want to bother with unless they really need you, so it's understandable.
As a mixed Russian Egyptian, I've experienced more racism in Egypt than in Malaysia lol.
he tried to warn you and they ended up fighting like...all the time
HAHAHAHAHA
russian and egypt both dog country...
Well we're you interested in chinese women
club in bangsar being rasist? no dear.. its for your own safety dear, when Indian drunk.. they truly drunk dear.. that is courtesy by bouncer dear... he dont want to fight to safe you from those drunkers...
there is a place I know once, even 'normal' Indian wont want to stay in that housing area, because there will always been a fight there.. between neighbour, they always drunk, didnt matter in the morning, evening, noon, or night... when they drunk, they become loud... then the neighbour would get angry... then fight...
so?? be thankful to that bouncer dear... he not racist... but.. for your own safety...
@@raghavnamasivayam8706 i meant that whenever we try to interact with chinese students they just look at you like you ate their pet or sth. Happened to me when i asked to group up for a project.
I'm a Malaysian an now lives in ipoh. But born in KL and mostly raised in KL. I'm also a muslim malay and have chinese and indian friends. I also have Borneo friends. If we respect each other it doesn't matter what colour of your skin.
As a Malaysian, my favourite race has always been The Amazing Race. Yeah, I am discriminatory towards other types of races especially Marathon.
As another fellow Malaysian I completely agree, the other races suck especially marathons :)
I prefer rice
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@@justbdsd4569 lol
As a Malaysian puns lover, I love this comment 🤣
Malaysian here, we dont give a f where you from, most of the people here are friendly. But please be respectful, do not talk about race, royal, religion, politics topics publicly. These are sensitive topics and people do not want to discuss too much on it. Other than that, enjoy your food 🙌🏻
that is basically not talking abt anything. i think we should engage but do so in a civil manner.
@@lynx141 Cool, do it at your own risk then.
@@holycrap8367 there is a way to go about doing that. For example, in our Federal Constitution, we have four provisions- "the sensitive amendment provision." We should talk-it is the only way to educate.
I agree with your statement. Thats why people feeling welcome in Malaysia. Sensitive issues are not brought out to protect unity among Malaysian. If we are ‘freedom’ ‘being ourselves’ we gonna become second country of America? I guess.
@@natsudragneel8104 Yes, as long as you don’t publicly criticise these topics, especially the royal and religion part, otherwise you will went missing the other day💀 I mean not as bad as that probably a bad joke, but malaysia is a multiracial country, we have different beliefs and opinions, however we have been able to live peacefully together because we tolerate one another (most of us at least) thats why we got so many dedicated holidays for different group of people. Other than that, yes sir you are welcome here absolutely without a doubt. Sir where are you from may i know?
2:59 it is protecting policy to help local job... even we do have race quota when applying local university and specific business license. But honestly over protect will harm the globalization, govern need to balance that.
Stereotyping and racism exist anywhere in the world. The difference is that the intensity. We just hope that diversity lessens it.
Impossible to eliminate racism in a multi cultural country. There are racism here for sure
tell me in which COUNTRY in the WORLD there is NO Racism AT ALL?
There is a big diff between RACIAL and RACISM.. Cant say much about foreigners which flocks here and their attitute about racism here.
Of course, we're talking about the extent of it compared to other countries, and Malaysia is definitely failing in that regard
@@Abe_tan sorry to say some policies here are deemed racist.
When people discuss racism, they aren't expecting it to be completely nonexistent
Shifting the conversation in that direction only serves to blur the focus
I like the topics you bring up to the foreigners on your interviews, and I'm in shock to hear the guy from Sahara not able to find any food he can eat in the food capital of the world, Malaysia!😅😂
I am shell shock too.
he couldn't eat anything. he is not fit to travel anywhere.
It sounds weird, how could he travelled the world by not eating.Probably he's used to the harsh desert's conditions😅
He never seen foods in the desert n when he is here all foods doesn't seem foods to him strange isn't
He saw mirage 😂
I'm a 5th generation born and raised in Malaysia, yet, I experience racism almost every day. It hurts, but life goes on.
As a Malaysian, it is easy to tell between Malaysian and Indonesian. U can look at their fashion style, hijab style forr muslim, make up and sometimes face features.
Try asking working class (expats/labour force) from India, China, Bangladesh, Myanmar, Nepal, Nigeria. Will be an interesting follow up to this video. the incidences highlighted (meditation class/ clubs) do not reflect the day to day activities of the majority of Malaysians. Those are very big-city/western/nightlife leaning lifestyles which a tiny percentage of upper middle class/wealthy Malaysians pursue. Also interviews with people from outside KL (Shah Alam/ Klang / Puchong / Bangi / Seremban will be cool. Great content overall 👍🏽 Keep it up!
Malaysian themselves experience racism n discrimination among themselves too..so..
So yeah, if you're foreigner, Malaysian are nice n friendly, just don't take advantage of us.. that's all, anything else.. we practically adore you
They're trying to adapt the multi racial and diversity, it's not easy to make it perfect
but in 2024 it getting better you know, younger ganeration are more acceptable and open.
@arifbasri4950 malaysian they hate each other but they hide it
@LivesIsShort
Really? Plaza low yat riot 2 dead.
Sock issue almost turn to 13 may.
yeesh using adore in that way sounds so, pathetic
Sorry Ben, you can renew digital nomad visa (two years)
Yes true I was completely mistaken
The 1 year digital nomad visa is good enough..Malaysia has already its count of population foreigners working n businesses. we do not have to fill the digital or progressive sector with more foreigners..maybe until our currency gets so much stronger. i really don't mind Asians (Indonesians, Bangladeshis) working here..but it really bothers me when high income nationals like US, UK works here..they take a much higher salary than locals here when in fact locals have the same talent n experience..
Racists...
A didgtal nomad is not taking yr job 🙄
@@justbdsd4569Orang melayu sekarang sentimen racist kpd warga cukup kuat..
Agreed… i see many cases same kind of skill but they get expat pay which is multiple times local pay just because expat status
You forgot jealous & lazy 😂 , they can't stand when a foreigner earn 1$ in their country @@al8775
It is very easy to spot difference from indonesian and malaysian. Most Malaysians can spot them too. It is the way their face look like, the way they dress, and the way they talk, the place where they usually always want to hang out and eat at indonesian food restaurants.
Yea I can definitely tell very quickly by the clothing and the way they speak, but for the facial features and skin tone alone I don't think I can spot the difference that well yet.
Again a very good topic to talk.. Thumbs up Ben
Ben, you have really found your groove! Congrats
Thanks a lot 🙏
What a wonderful coverage ! Keep up the great work.
the Venezuelan guy there... hahha reminded me that back in the 90's our local tv stations used to air 'telenovela' series from latin america every week and it was a big hit back then....
Was it La Intrusa, Rosalinda, Yo Soy Betty La Fea, or just simply Catalina y Sebastian?? 😂🤣😂🤣
Mis Tres Hermanas..."Vida give me back fantasy".... 😊
Here some tips you can use in malaysia that i can give you as Malaysian:
1. Most malaysian people can speak english or atleast understand english but not good for english conversation.
2. You know they are malaysian if they said the word "La/Loh/Lor/Meh" at the end of their sentence.
3. You dont know malaysian people are really friendly until you approach them.
4. KL crowded place mostly are not local people. (Could be migrant worker from bangladesh/nepal/india/thai/Philippine).
5. Easier place to find local food is at Kampung Baru. (Many local food but not taste like real local taste atleast for me😅)
There is more but maybe others can add in comments below. Hahah thanks
6. Hot and humid at average 31°C.
7. Malaysia does not host sex tourism. A conservative society.
8. Foreign tourists don't face racism.
9. Safe and clean.
10. 70+% English literacy rate.
11. Modern transport and communication system.
12. Great medical services.
13. Cigarettes and liquor are expensive due to high tax.
@@jjhenry3338 the last one is 2 reasons, 1 to reduce people taking those things because of health reason and second one is because of $$$
We are Malaysian, we are racist, but not at the level that we want to kill each other, more like sibling fights.
Tho if it's about sports or hating a specific person or israel, we come together pretty easily
racist its negative
Well we do hate what the Jews did..
@@lorenzofabio-l8p
I’m Chinese I can tell u we don’t hate/support Israel lol it’s only Muslim ppl thing
I’m Malaysian Chinese we neither hate nor support Israel lol it’s only Muslim ppl thing don’t drag us into it
I don't think it's called racism but more like having culture differences and dark backstories that a lot of us stays away from to get mixed up/compromise. I mean doesn't matter what ethnicity we're from but in the end some humans tends to do crap to others while wearing that identity and the worst thing is when it became a generalization.
As for hurting and violence against certain ethnicity for no reason, that's definitely racism.
I live a bit more than 10 years here in KL (german guy married to Malaysian Indian). One day we went to a small restaurant in Petaling Jaya. There is this guy who gives out the plates and puts rice on them. He gives one to my wife and then is trying so hard to ignore me even though he was clearly looking at me when we entered. I‘m not the type of person to confront people for such a thing. Then after a longer while my wife says »take my plate« and tells the guy to give her another one. That worked. Another thing that happened to me twice in these 10 years: I enter a shop and say »good afternoon, do you sell…« and before I can say what I‘m looking for the salesperson/owner yells »No!« at me. Besides that I only encountered 99.9% great people here. It seems the few bad apples have to be really bad to give some contrast?
I'm sorry that happened to you. Maybe, just maybe both times that person can't speak English & so nervous & it looks rude to u. I'm also that kind of person. I do understand & can write decent English. But when it comes to talking, I automatically try to avoid it. I once panic & my mind is blank when asked "how are u doing" by foreigner.
Glad U love to stay in Malaysia only difficulty are the goverment policy.I were born in Malaya undecided to return for my golden years
@@Kunt6119 Thank you. Well 3 of these incedents in 10 years is not really a big thing in my opinion. Could be worse in many countries. Anyway I guess a thoughtful person like you despite being nervous wouldn‘t yell at people even before they can even finish their sentence. I have met quite a number of the nervous type here aswell. Best situation is when I see the doctor and get my medication at the counter. The nurse won‘t talk to me even though I stand in front of her. Instead she will always address my wife: »here is your hubby‘s medication. He shall take this one 3 times a day before a meal….«. Nevertheless she gives me a friendly nod with a smile when arriving or leaving. I understand she must be nervous to talk to a foreigner…thats indeed a different story.
could the pharmacist lady a muslim.? if a muslim… in islam.. women or men are told to lower their gaze when talking or pass by to each other.. unless they are married.. related etc… if she wasn’t.. maybe the pharmacist was shy of u.. u must be a good looking person… some girls like that… 🤔🤔…
@@eerievon2208 No, she is a Hindu Malaysian Indian. But clearly a bit shy, that‘s why I understand despite in my country of origin that would be a very weird thing to do. About my looks…I leave that to others to judge ;)
Ben, this another great topic but a little sensitive i really enjoyed hearing the honest opinions from fireigner. Please always come up with creative topics thst really get us interested. I like the part that you shout out to the government on VISA policy, its hillsrious.
Forget about foreigners.... even locals face racism.
especially those indian !!! while some malay people do but the majority are decent
well, true Malaysian not just casual racist, but competitive 1v1v1 epic-ranked racist. sometimes we really hate each other, but when someone shitting about our food, we are 1 MALAYSIA!😂
@@Kelly-dl8hjindian being racist to both malay and chinese.
It's a multi racial multi cultures and multi religions surely not easy to make it perfect
@@Ari-ek1dx In my experience, rarely so, if ever.
Brilliant content. Impressed with the diversity of your interviewees
The French guy said that you can say anything in US…except if you say something about the Jews even though if it is true
Such beautiful coverage this is. I appreciate your talent.
Racism is there all around the world so Malaysian is no exception to the rule. Malaysian in general are very friendly people but that doesn't mean they can't be racist. They are very soft when it comes to Europeans but with Asian they are a big more racist especially people from India,Pakistan, Bangladesh & Rohingya
Because of generalisation that people from the South Indian subcontinent cause lots of problem. Rohingya beggars are pretty common in KL.
Big NO to Rohingya. They keep making problem 😅 I can tolerant India Bangla and Pakistan .
are you malay or Malaysian indian ?
Try getting your fruits in your garden or items getting stolen again and again. You would get fed up too. It won't be only one or two persons. They will get their group of friends to come and steal almost all the fruits on trees. To call the police over the fruits? You serious? You think the police would care?
@@bluemountain19 you are right in fact malay just want to be polite but not really polite deep down they dont respect indians, Bangladesh Pakistan so on
9:32 Even for locals, it’s not easy to open a bank account unless you have an official letter from your employer or educational institution. This is because the government wants to reduce the risk of scams, illegal businesses, and other issues.
From my personal life experience, Malaysians treat Europeans very well, while they treat people from poor South Asian countries badly, which is very sad.
like the Rohingya.....?
Well , as a single individual malaysian , ive never been taught to treat poor or rich people differently but im not saying what you experienced isnt real . We are far from perfect and thank you for sharing
Where are you from helaluddin? Sorry to hear that
Where are you from Helal?
Some of them come here illegally and demand a lot of things. Of course people will get angry. If its in another country im sure they'll be more harsh
Hey Ben you done good interview 👏 your wearing nice shirt & let's explore ahead 🌄 😀
Hi Ben, enjoy watching your videos all these while. Really going strong now that you hit 15k subscribers. Your are such a Great interviewer and seems like you're having lotsa fun too. See you at the Top soon 😊
Wow from Venezuela 🇻🇪 far away.
Congrats ben for having lots of views on these interview series!
Sir there is a case a foreign US guy fight with indian man in pub...and the indian man die..u can search it online...
It is a norm for Indian to fight in pub compared to other races in Malaysia. Ben was with Indian looking friends.
0h,i th0ught a chinese malaysia..headlines in news,right??
He 👊 too hard 😂
..i came to Malaysia as a professional, without long term plans some time ago..initially i didnt like it very much and eventually i learned 'do's and donts' and ever since, fell in 'love' with Malaysia that im now permanent citizen, contributing greatly in malaysia military sector...very kind and humble folks here, love them all(all races).
Actually Malay people kinda introvert towards foreigner
Yes, mostly they're shy but when they become friends they're super friendly..
Not really, im a malay, just to remind u dont force your western value over here because when i was in US, i dont tell american how and what they should think.
u want to be accepted? Adapt💁
@@Zprawnstar200% YES
Too harsh bro.
@@Zprawnstar Ahaha, I'm Malay too, I just said from my observation, our people kinda shy when foreigner try to start conversations
Thanks for the compliment for Malaysia against racism, I'm a Malaysian, all are most welcome to our country ❤
as a Malaysian, i born with fully aware that are so many races, culture and religions in this world... i wonder foreigners are so curious about racism😮... its annoying sometime..
This is people see your country, in law and in practice
Very rare topic to be spoken in Msia.Msian dont like to discuss all those negative things in public😊
@SirenTV_Official ?? what are you on about mr official
@@Lelaki-MELAYUmuka-JAPAN-TAIWANU tried to generalise thing that is not true.
@@Lelaki-MELAYUmuka-JAPAN-TAIWANapahal dengan hang in? Cakap je bahasa melayu, hang cakap dalam bahasa Inggeris kami tak faham apa-apa.
Saya sudah berada di malaysia sejak tahun 1981.. ia amat menyeronokan , wow.. 👍 awesome place in the world
Malaysia is the fair and unity country in this world. Many religions and skin can stay together with peace! No country is this world have many religions like Malaysia!
Since the word is plural “Restaurants”, then the best way to test out is to go to Food Courts, Restaurant clusters, or nightly Food Streets. You can try out all sorts of dishes at one time without having to go to several places.
Try out native Asian dishes such as Malay, Indian, Chinese, Korean, Japanese, Thai, Indonesian, Arabic & Fusion, Moroccan, Turkish and Tunisian restaurants You’ll know what suits you BEST.
There is only 2 places we will see Racism in Malaysia
Either through Netizen cyber bullying neighboring countries like Indonesia because we argue like siblings fights but the moment non-ASEAN country talk bad about any of us, we will instantly backup each other like how siblings protect from strangers but then we will contrinue argue again with each other 😆
...or when Malaysian just simply driving during traffic jams and the car in front does not give signal to change lanes...lmao 😆
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Ben fisherman 🥰
Of course the local Malaysian face racism too but we survive it. We faced it at our workplace or even when there is inter racial marriage.
Malaysians really hate each other but they hide it.
This is very true.
3:07 Hey as Malaysian this is a good idea to have more foreign people in our country, especially as a college student i just love talking to my friends from other countries they are cool dudes
Please enjoy life at malaysia.. Welcome to malaysia
I'm Malay Muslim and I can feel the French guy. I think I shared some similar character with him, I was subconciously direct on everything I said and care less about nuance and sensitivity during my growing up period, but nobody likes me for being honest. People call me stupid fool and rude. So I become extremely cautious on how I speak and behave myself by conforming anything I do not agree with and try to not upset anyone around me. It does help maintaining stability and harmony for people around me but for myself I felt hurt deep inside because I could not express myself.
Too many foreigners with different cultures are staying here and it would forever change the uniqueness that Malaysia has already have with our major races unity. Yes true too may bad experience with westerners behaving bad , entitled and foul mouth. Thus, we would like to preserve the Malaysian way culture😅 . Visitors and tourists are always welcomed but not for long stay .
Good honest and straight comments. Yes, avoid politics and religious issues. Be open, tolerance and friendly yourselves and you will enjoy Malaysia.
In majority Chinese states like Penang, the people inherently have racial bias due to social conditioning & upbringing. The Chinese will only send their children to Chinese schools unless rejected due to bad grades. There's a kind of 'holier than thou' mental attitude toward other races especially immigrants. Even the housing areas people live in are somewhat divided by race.
It is very different from metropolitan KL where >90% go to national public schools with all mixed races. Big city kids are more willing to work part time jobs during school breaks so they grow up exposed & with more humility & respectful toward those who serve or work in service industry. But if you're a foreigner, you only need to worry about not being scammed & paying too much when buying stuffs in Chinatown Petaling Street.
Hello. New subscriber here.😊 Malaysia is a welcoming country. I can say that everyone is generally friendly with foreigner. We are a multicultural country so we've been taught about accepting other people's differences and everyone is unique. But bare in mind not to discuss about religion, political issues & cultures openly unless due to curiosity then you're okay to ask politely.
I’m Malaysian and my best friend are from Nigeria. Many people looks me weirdly and scared as I hang out with my friend. I feel bad as some malaysian still not open minded
You may check news of what they did with students visa a few years ago
🙄 nyampah lak statrment ni
I know the feeling.. my good bud is from Zambia and also one from Nigeria. These two are genuinely here to study, so they can find good jobs anywhere with their university certs, to help look after their family, as their culture of looking after the family and siblings and (some even cousins!) are very much like South East Asians. Both are excellent students btw. Yet, I noticed some judgmental eyes when we hang around. I told them though where that negative feelings come from (issues of the bad apples coming here to do nasty stuff), they understand, but I tell them to also remember - I too am Malaysian and I can differentiate good people and bad people, you don't generalise people like they are all the same. Anybody of any race are capable of being good or bad. And both of them picked up some BM, and really earned respect and trusts of lecturers and locals who knows them. So salute to them and you for standing by your pal, especially if someone makes a racist remark to your friend.
Love ur video, such a honest review..... other video always point out positive things only (I'm Malaysian)
Lmao the turkey guy with the vanilla coke 🤣
I don't like that drink, I prefer Classic Coke. 100 Plus is created in Malaysia, I think it has more sales volume than Coke.
Hes just happy he gets to drink it 😂
Mr Fishermin is getting the hang of RUclips thumbnails. lol. keep up the great work.
Malaysia is a unique country :
* Great Lifestyle Options.
* All Year-Round Good Weather.
* Affordable Healthcare.
* Amazing Infrastructure.
* Respect.
* Fresh, Whole Food.
* An Expat-Friendly Real Estate Market.
We don't talk about the monsun seasons 😅
@@turtleb1153 facts bro 😂
Love the video, greetings from a Malaysian. Just a suggestion that may or may not help, to instead prepare an open ended question instead of a yes and no.
For an example, instead of "do you have a good experience here in Malaysia?" , you may switch it up to "What are the good experience you've had so far in Malaysia" . I feel like this might invite more personal answers rather than just "yeah yes yep". Might help engage more meaningful conversations that may or may not be relatable to some viewers too. Regardless, its a cute and friendly video you should definitely do more! :)
bro...i love your channel...❤❤❤❤❤...✌️✌️✌️✌️✌️
Digital Nomad (DN) Visa can cause gentrification against the locals. Go ask the Mexicans and Balinese who had to deal with these. When people from richer country starts moving in droves to a country, they priced out the locals in almost anything. I remember seeing a youtube video about this, a DN made a video of her lavish lifestyle in Bali from a salary of just 3,000 USD. She cant afford that in California of course but not only she bragged, she even teaches and made way for others to come and stay in Bali. And what happened in Bali? The prices are increasing like crazy. Mexico is facing the same problem. Thailand and even Vietnam. Thats why the 1 year is enough. If you want to stay for more years, you contribute more to the country that you wish to stay. I have nothing against the DN. I also work from home. I just finish 2 weeks of work-cation in Bali. I also maxed out my 30 days visa free stay in Vietnam hopping from hotel after hotel while workcation. I think thats good enough. No need to stay for too long in one place.
Dang this is a nice video👍🏻
Im also from malaysia too
I’m very happy to watch your video. Thank you for liking Malaysia.❤
In Malaysia we live in multiple races. We are taught to respect everyone regardless of skin color, race, and religion. If you meet someone or a group of people who offend you, I apologize on their behalf. And even so, we also hope that every foreigner who comes to Malaysia always respects the people in the country and obeys the set rules only. Let's respect each other! and don't forget to smile. Malaysian really like to smile. Some of them look like hard to approach but once you smile ,they will smile for you back. By the way, thank you for making this video and I really hope you can explore more about Malaysia and you can enjoy your time in here. Thank You so much!
Ben,next video would be an interview about racism for immigrants and foreigners from Indian sub- continents namely from Bangladesh, Pakistan and Indian... Most of them cannot speak English so please use Google translate. By speaking their language they will be able to express their true feelings clearly ......
We want to hear their experiences and Why ?
no Ben.. pls dont, we like the way it is now, it would be bad for them if they says something that would offend some of our short circuit brainer here... It will be really-really bad for them... trust me... they come to work and send money for their familys.. dont make it worst for them...
Their attitude were disgusting, the smell, the hygiene, the crimes they committed when they're in Malaysia, especially the pervert. It's not racism, we just hate their attitude that they brought from their country. They spit their saliva everywhere, it's disgusting behaviour.
One day i watch a news a Bangladeshi touch a minor (the private part at that, the audacity!). It's always them when it comes to the $€xual assault. Not to mention they illegally built houses, stores and illegal business market on someone's land. With that behaviour, anyone would've hate them. I not saying all of them but MOST of them until at one point, it became a stereotype.
I mean... you gotta built thick skin if ya wanted to work on ’nother country no? Suck it up my... land my rule.
@@zemry-mh4sqnah people from those countries tend to step on others. no respect for us, no respect for them ✊
your interviews are getting more interesting, cool.
bro racism is everywhere.. only monoethnic country is not racist.. but they will be racist to outsider
even Koreans are racist towards one another for being ugly, fat etc
it depends on what type of cuisine you are looking for. Malaysia are multicultural country with multiraces, resulting in many types of food available, ranging from middle east cuisine, indian, malay, chinese, vietnamese, italian, indonesian, western, Arabic & Fusion, Moroccan, Turkish, and Tunisian restaurants and the list keep going on. If you like diversities in 1 place (with very cheap price too) I recommend you to go to Kampung Baru area in Kuala Lumpur. There are a lot of choices there that represent Malaysian taste and culture. If you would like to try indian cuisine, I recommend you to go to Pelita Nasi Kandar, with a unique blend of taste indian and Malays. Happy food hunting .
As a Malaysian, I can confirm that most of us here ARE racists but we just don't show it that much in front of people.
We Malaysians just like to mind our own business and just don't really care to bring anything up.
Other times there is positive discrimination, depending on how you see it.
Racism is inherent in every person. What defines us a person is our decision to act on it or not, to be aware of it, and the constant reflection about our action surrounding that tendency.
So yeah, I agree with you.
East Malaysians are not racist, only West Malaysians are racist because of politicians.
@@Nonameforme12355 the politicians are shet 😭
My husband who is from the Philippines, came here to Penang in 1994 for a 3 month contract as a hotel musician... He is now on his 30th year. That's how much he loves Malaysia.
Malaysians are friendly people
And very narrow-minded to new ideas
Conservative
We conserve the traditional values, Islamic Faith and against new ideas that degenerate and corrode those values n faith
@@jaxkk1119
My impression is that Malaysians are not too friendly towards Singaporeans and Indonesians
@jasmineon singaporeans are big headed while Indonesians are problem makers. 7776
@@jasmineong7776I'm malaysian but I can't seem to be friends with indon. Their.. I'm not sure but aura? Or their personality just doesn't fit me. And the way they talk to me makes me think they don't want to be friends with me so that's why I don't have any indon friends but Philip friends instead..😅
the intro is so mean ! - makes me want to watch it ! hahaha
'When in Rome, Do as the Romans Do'
as a Malaysian, born and raised in KL. Although I'm Malaysian Chinese, mixed Thai. I have experienced a lot of lowkey racism. And I kid you not, they get real creative. I grew up in an English speaking family, so Malay and mandarin aren't my specialty. I've been assumed I'm Myanmar(because I don't look like any typical Chinese person) even though I've told them that I'm local and spoke to them in Chinese, they dodged it and continued using Malay(and they were Chinese). Plus I've been called a 'banana' multiple times, it's a racist term for being yellow on the outside and white in the inside. So, it's a little unfortunate and unfair that they treated foreigners nicely while they mistreat ppl who are mixed.
All that been said by those you interviewed can’t be constituted as proof that Malaysians are racist…they basicly touched on either the cultural norm here or governance of the country…tourists on whatever visa are welcome and we do want them to feel good coming here but like any other countries there are regulations and norms that need to be respected..Malaysian in general are colour blind i would say..but we do judged people based on their attitude.
Don't see the logic of asking tourists about racism in whatever country/ies they're visiting. 😂😂🙄 Looks like he's trying to get foreigners to 'start' having negative thots about this small Muslim country!..? Yeah, Allahua'lam.
Thanks for visiting Malaysia ❤
Yeap, every country experience racism. Was in the States for six years..got a taste of racism even in university for the first two years
At least not in law
@@YouSayIT
They have 'white privilege' many articles about them, just google.
@@YouSayITWould you rather for it to be like Canada? Got rammed face-to-face by a van just for being of a certain skin colour? That's what happened to our Malaysian Chinese there btw during height of Covid. Talk c0ck about us Malays like you Singkaypo always do but at least we are known to be peaceful people. We don't do random sniping based on skin colour like that.
Thank you for great work
As for me, people in Malaysia are commonly friendly and respectful towards everyone, if you are friendly and respectful, regardless where you come from. The one or two negative exceptions can be easily ignored. A few Ixiots are everywhere in the world.
Keep it up, Malaysian people! It's makes your country beautiful!
14:12 how's that no discrimination but making one exception. Was that even discrimination
FYI, digital nomad visa initial approval can vary from 3 to 12 months and can be extended upto 24 months.
Perhaps you should ask asians in your country the same question.
Great suggestion. Americans are the worst.
4:27 I don't think this is even racism. You're not supposed to talk about such inappropriate topics out in the open. The French guy needs to understand the Malaysian culture more, because talking about that topic so out in the open even moreso in-depth is definitely not normal
Come at my place where i busk bro. Mongolia BBQ, Changkat Bukit Bintang. Tonight I will be there ( 8pm -3.30 am) and it is also the eve of my birthday.
Stereotyping is common..same as any place.. outright racism to foreigners are isolated instances. Anyways been loving the series..keep it up.
Mostly African tourist will get it.
Every topic you show us is just a unique experience and very important
i experienced 1 time it was around 2020 the first day of MCO, i went to buy in a speedmart necessary things for the lockdown, and as i was walking an owner of a mamak screamed at me saying that foreigners are the one who caused the pandemic that i should die, i felt terrified so i just ran back home. but so in my 5yrs here everyone is very kind and very friendly aside from that 1 instance.