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Malaysia By Chon Goh Malaysia: Map Statistics • • • • • Total size: 329,750 sq km Population: 25 million Median age: 24.4 years old GDP: $14,400; Growth: 4.4% Ethnicity: Malay 50.4%, Chinese 23.7%, Indigenous 11%, Indian 7.1%, others 7.8% • Religions: Muslim 60.4%, Buddhist 19.2%, Christian 9.1%, Hindu 6.3% • Languages: Malay (Official), English, Chinese, Tamil (Indian) Historical Background • Indigenous for thousands of years • Early 1400’s Prince of Sumatra (a large island of current Indonesia) • Wealthy state in the 15th century from spice trade • Traders include Chinese, Arabs, and Indians • Portuguese take-over in Melaka • British Political System • Independence: August 31, 1957 • Legal System: British common law • Chief of State: Paramount Ruler • 13 states and federal territory • Head of State: Prime Minister • Parliament • Cabinet: Appointed by PM from members of Parliament A Picture is a 1000 words A Picture is a 1000 words A Picture is a 1000 words A Picture is a 1000 words A Picture is a 1000 words A Picture is a 1000 words A Picture is a 1000 words Doing Business in Malaysia • Three major ethnic groups • Government • Private enterprises • Government-backed industries
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