Malaysia reign as the world’s biggest producer of rubber, tin and palm oil. Oil & Gas is another area of Malaysia's greatest expertise. It has managed to maintain steady growth with the Government playing an important role in spending as well as providing incentives for foreign investors, together with massive plots of land in the special economic zones selected for development. As the economy continues to expand steadily, finding a job at Malaysia’s thriving industries will be not be a problem. These are some of the sites you can check out for job search in Malaysia.
http://www.bestjobs.com.my
http://malaysia.recruit.net
http://www.jobstreet.com.my
http://www.rigzone.com (for oil&gas job search)
http://jobsearch.monster.com
http://my.jobsdb.com/my
Malaysian Government
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| Yang Amat Berhormat Dato' Seri Najib Razak |
Malaysia practices Parliamentary Democracy with a constitutional monarch, His Majesty Yang Di Pertuan AGong as the Supreme Head of the country. In keeping with the concept of Parliamentary Democracy which forms the basis of the Government administration in Malaysia, the Federal Constitution underlines the separation of governing powers among the Executive, Judicial and Legislative Authorities. The separation of power occurs both at the Federal and State level.
The current Prime Minister of Malaysia is Yang Amat Berhormat Dato' Seri Najib Tun Razak and the current Deputy Prime Minister is Yang Amat Berhormat Tan Sri Dato' Haji Muhyiddin Hj. Mohd Yassin.
The current 14th King of Malaysia is His Majesty Tuanku Abdul Halim Mu'adzam Shah ibni Sultan Badlishah.
Malaysia & International Fame
Martha Stewart finds Malaysia.
A VISIT to her chiropractor in midtown Manhattan led popular television personality Martha Stewart to discover a new colourful destination to feature in her show. While waiting for her appointment, Stewart, aka America’s Domestic Goddess, decided to drop by at the Tourism Malaysia office next door. The tycoon cook, author and magazine publisher has been back a few times since, each time leaving with more brochures on Malaysian attractions.
Obviously impressed, the New York-based entrepreneur has decided to make a trip to Kuala Lumpur and Sabah this May. Martha attending the launching of Colours of Malaysia in Kuala Lumpur on May 22 and the Pesta Ka’amatan (harvest festival) in Sabah in 2010. Both events were featured in her daytime programme which also showcased Malaysian cuisine, handicraft and culture to her fans in the United States and many other countries.
Nick Nolte
In 1989, Nick Nolte starred in a movie called Farewell To The King and the whole movie was shot in Sarawak, which is part of the Borneo.
The plot is about an American soldier who escapes the execution of his comrades by Japanese soldiers in Borneo during WWII becomes the leader of a personal empire among the headhunters in this war story told in the style of Joseph Conrad and Rudyard Kipling. The American is reluctant to rejoin the fight against the Japanese on the urging of a British commando team but conducts a war of vengeance when the Japanese attack his adopted people.
Jessica Alba
In 2003, Jessica starred in the movie The Sleeping Dictionary, a film by Guy Jenkin. It was filmed in Sarawak and is set during the British colonial rule in the 1930s. The plot is about a young and naive Englishman, John Truscott, goes to the British colony of Sarawak in the Borneo to try and apply his father's work to the Iban society. He tries to civilize them, building schools and providing education for the Iban people. He is met with unfamiliar local customs. Selima (Jessica Alba) becomes his "sleeping dictionary," who sleeps with him and teaches him the language and the habits of the locals. Despite their intents, the two find themselves falling into a forbidden love. John is eager to marry Selima despite the longhouse not allowing it. ma then agrees to marry in the longhouse and they part ways. Catherine Zeta Jones & Sean Connery
This is how the plot goes. Following the theft of a highly-secured piece of artwork, an agent (Zeta Jones) convinces her insurance agency employers to allow her to wriggle into the company of an aging but active master thief (Connery). Connery's burglar takes her on suspiciously and demands rigorous training before their first job together--stealing a highly-valued mask from a chichi party. Their deepening attraction and distrust could tear apart their partnership but the promise of a bigger prize (some eight billion odd dollars) by Zeta-Jones keeps the game interesting.
Anna and the King is a 1999 biographical drama film loosely based on the original Anna & The King of Siam, the story of Anna Leonowens, who was an English schoolteacher in Siam, now Thailand, in the 19th century.
The film was directed by Andy Tennat and stars Jodie Foster and Chow Yun-fat. It was mostly shot in Malaysia, particularly in the Penang and Ipoh region. It was an Academy Award nominee in 2000 for Best Art Director and Best Costume Design.
Bollywood- Bollywood is formally referred to as Hindi cinema. The influence of the Bollywood film and music have such strong presence in the Malaysian community.
The International Indian Film Academy awards were presented few times in Malaysia in Genting Highlands, a famous casino spot in the capital city of Kuala Lumpur. Quite a few Bollywood movies were shot in Malaysia, in various city sights.
King of Fruits - The Durian
About Durian
One of its own kinds, Durian fruit is delicious, soft, succulent and very popular for its unique characteristics. Durian is widely revered as the "King of Fruits" in the South-East Asian countries, namely in a country like Malaysia.
Description
The tree is tropical in origin and belongs to the genus Durio, family of Malvaceae; a large family of plant species which also include hibiscus, okra etc. It is botanically known as Durio zibethinus.
The fruit is distinctive for its large size, unique odor, and formidable thorn-covered husk. It can reach up to 30 cm (12 in) long and 15 cm (6 in) in diameter, and typically weighs one to four kilograms (2 to 7 lb). Shape wise, it varies from round to oblong; color of its husk (rind) is green to brown; and its flesh has creamy-yellow to saffron color depending on the species.
The flesh or pulp can be consumed at various stages of ripeness, and is used as flavor base in a wide variety of culinary and sweet preparations in Southeast Asian cuisines.
Edible flesh emits distinctive odor which can be described as strong and penetrating even when the husk is intact; this unusual stinky flavor and intense odor of the fruit have prompted many people to express diverse and peculiar opinions ranging from deep appreciation to intense disgust about durian.
Health benefits of Durian fruit
Durian fruit, like Banana, avocado and jack fruit, is rich in energy, minerals and vitamins.
The many benefits of durian include:1. Provides vitamins to the body.
2. Helps in curing jaundice.
3. Lowers cholesterol.
4. Detoxification of blood.
5. Improves the general well-being.
6. Helps to build muscles.
7. Improves sex function.
8. Anti-inflammatory activity.
9. Antioxidant Activity.
One of its own kinds, Durian fruit is delicious, soft, succulent and very popular for its unique characteristics. Durian is widely revered as the "King of Fruits" in the South-East Asian countries, namely in a country like Malaysia.
Description
The tree is tropical in origin and belongs to the genus Durio, family of Malvaceae; a large family of plant species which also include hibiscus, okra etc. It is botanically known as Durio zibethinus.
The fruit is distinctive for its large size, unique odor, and formidable thorn-covered husk. It can reach up to 30 cm (12 in) long and 15 cm (6 in) in diameter, and typically weighs one to four kilograms (2 to 7 lb). Shape wise, it varies from round to oblong; color of its husk (rind) is green to brown; and its flesh has creamy-yellow to saffron color depending on the species.
The flesh or pulp can be consumed at various stages of ripeness, and is used as flavor base in a wide variety of culinary and sweet preparations in Southeast Asian cuisines.
Edible flesh emits distinctive odor which can be described as strong and penetrating even when the husk is intact; this unusual stinky flavor and intense odor of the fruit have prompted many people to express diverse and peculiar opinions ranging from deep appreciation to intense disgust about durian.
Health benefits of Durian fruit
Durian fruit, like Banana, avocado and jack fruit, is rich in energy, minerals and vitamins.
The many benefits of durian include:1. Provides vitamins to the body.
2. Helps in curing jaundice.
3. Lowers cholesterol.
4. Detoxification of blood.
5. Improves the general well-being.
6. Helps to build muscles.
7. Improves sex function.
8. Anti-inflammatory activity.
9. Antioxidant Activity.
Children's Book on Malaysia: Instilling Pride in Children's Heritage - Bernama News
Malaysia-born Marina survives cancer to write a children's book in the United States.
By Nani Rahayu Yusof
NEW YORK: Despite being diagnosed with the Big C, breast cancer survivor Marina Mustafa was not deterred from living life to the fullest and she even went on to write a children’s book, “Little Asha’s Adventure – A Girl’s Journal Of Malaysia”.
The 54 page illustrated book tells the story of an eight-year-old girl named Asha, who lives on a farm in North Carolina, United States and her visit to Malaysia to meet her maternal grandparents.
Marina, 39, who hails from Kuala Lumpur also sketched all the illustrations in the book.
She lives in Boone, a small town in North Carolina and is married to Dr Brad Batchelor, a chiropractor whom she met on a business trip, five years ago.
Contacted by Bernama recently, the mother of three-year-old Asha said, “In early 2010, I was diagnosed with Stage 1 breast cancer, I had just turned 37 and my daughter was just 15 months old.”
“I started writing the very month I was diagnosed. Writing and drawing took my mind off my illness. I was very fortunate that there were zero nodes affected and could choose from several treatment options. After getting three medical opinions I chose to have a mastectomy, which was to remove my left breast, with no radiation,” she said.
Marina, who is an Economics graduate from the University of Missouri, Kansas City said it took her nearly four months to complete the book.
When asked what inspired her to write the book , Marina said : “Upon returning from a holiday in Malaysia with my family, and realising that children learn about other cultures and people through the internet, other media sources and in school, this book was written to educate young readers on the rich culture of an Asian country like Malaysia.
“I believe that by exposing children and widening their horizons to people of different cultures, they will be better prepared to function in the diverse global society that we live in,” said Marina, who is also active in breast cancer awareness activities and writes for magazines and blogs on health issues in the US.
“Children should be taught to have pride in their heritage. They need to develop sensitivity for others’ beliefs, values and customs. If Euro-American children find only people like themselves represented in literature, they could easily get the impression that they are somehow better or more worthy as a group than others,” she added.
Second book underway
Marina wants her daughter to be raised in a society that is culturally aware and for people to be sensitive to the common needs and emotions of all people.
She said Malaysia was one of the few countries in the world that has a strong multi–ethnic, multicultural and multilingual society, with the various groups still maintaining separate cultural identities.
“Most important, we have always lived peacefully and in harmony despite the differences in race, religion, language and ethnic background. Malaysia observes quite a number of festivities throughout the year. So, children are taught from a very young age to acknowledge and respect people of different backgrounds. I grew up embracing all sorts of ethnic and religious festivities and celebrations,” she said.
She described the main character in the book, little Asha, as herself when she was a little child with many friends from different cultural backgrounds and said she was always fascinated and curious with their lifestyles, which was very different than hers.
Marina is now writing her second book on Asha’s experience during her trip to Bali, Indonesia.
- Bernama News
'Little Asha's Adventure: A Girl's Journal of Malaysia' can be purchased at www.authorhouse.com or at www.amazon.com. You can also contact the author at ashaadventures@yahoo.com for an autography copy.
By Nani Rahayu Yusof
NEW YORK: Despite being diagnosed with the Big C, breast cancer survivor Marina Mustafa was not deterred from living life to the fullest and she even went on to write a children’s book, “Little Asha’s Adventure – A Girl’s Journal Of Malaysia”.
The 54 page illustrated book tells the story of an eight-year-old girl named Asha, who lives on a farm in North Carolina, United States and her visit to Malaysia to meet her maternal grandparents.
Marina, 39, who hails from Kuala Lumpur also sketched all the illustrations in the book.
She lives in Boone, a small town in North Carolina and is married to Dr Brad Batchelor, a chiropractor whom she met on a business trip, five years ago.
Contacted by Bernama recently, the mother of three-year-old Asha said, “In early 2010, I was diagnosed with Stage 1 breast cancer, I had just turned 37 and my daughter was just 15 months old.”
“I started writing the very month I was diagnosed. Writing and drawing took my mind off my illness. I was very fortunate that there were zero nodes affected and could choose from several treatment options. After getting three medical opinions I chose to have a mastectomy, which was to remove my left breast, with no radiation,” she said.
Marina, who is an Economics graduate from the University of Missouri, Kansas City said it took her nearly four months to complete the book.
When asked what inspired her to write the book , Marina said : “Upon returning from a holiday in Malaysia with my family, and realising that children learn about other cultures and people through the internet, other media sources and in school, this book was written to educate young readers on the rich culture of an Asian country like Malaysia.
“I believe that by exposing children and widening their horizons to people of different cultures, they will be better prepared to function in the diverse global society that we live in,” said Marina, who is also active in breast cancer awareness activities and writes for magazines and blogs on health issues in the US.
“Children should be taught to have pride in their heritage. They need to develop sensitivity for others’ beliefs, values and customs. If Euro-American children find only people like themselves represented in literature, they could easily get the impression that they are somehow better or more worthy as a group than others,” she added.
Second book underway
Marina wants her daughter to be raised in a society that is culturally aware and for people to be sensitive to the common needs and emotions of all people.
She said Malaysia was one of the few countries in the world that has a strong multi–ethnic, multicultural and multilingual society, with the various groups still maintaining separate cultural identities.
“Most important, we have always lived peacefully and in harmony despite the differences in race, religion, language and ethnic background. Malaysia observes quite a number of festivities throughout the year. So, children are taught from a very young age to acknowledge and respect people of different backgrounds. I grew up embracing all sorts of ethnic and religious festivities and celebrations,” she said.
She described the main character in the book, little Asha, as herself when she was a little child with many friends from different cultural backgrounds and said she was always fascinated and curious with their lifestyles, which was very different than hers.
Marina is now writing her second book on Asha’s experience during her trip to Bali, Indonesia.
- Bernama News
'Little Asha's Adventure: A Girl's Journal of Malaysia' can be purchased at www.authorhouse.com or at www.amazon.com. You can also contact the author at ashaadventures@yahoo.com for an autography copy.
Against The Wind movie - coming in 2011
There are quite a few scenes in the movie that were filmed in Malaysia, namely in the historical state of Melaka and the beautiful island of Penang (up-north Malaysia). A few Malaysians, including some of my friends, will be featured in the movie.
www.flyingscotsmanproductions.com
www.againstthewindfilm.com
A four minutes trailer for the movie is also available in youtube.com
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PUUOyOuLEAE
Kuala Lumpur (the capital city!)
Kuala Lumpur (also known as KL) is the capital of Malaysia. Literally meaning "muddy estuary" in Malay, KL has grown from a small sleepy Chinese tin-mining village to a bustling metropolis of around 6.5 million (city-proper population of 1.8 million) in just 150 years.
The city can be divided into the following areas, each of which offers a particular attraction or activity:
- City Center – This is the traditional core of Kuala Lumpur where you’ll find the former colonial administrative centre. This district also includes Kuala Lumpur’s old Chinese commercial centre which everyone refers to now as Chinatown.
- Tuanku Abdul Rahman/Chow Kit – This is the traditional colourful shopping district of Kuala Lumpur and located just beside the Golden Triangle with many popular budget accommodations.
- Brickfields – This area, located south of the city center, is Kuala Lumpur’s Little India filled with saree shops and banana leaf rice restaurants. Kuala Lumpur’s main railway station – KL Sentral – is located here.
- Bangsar & Midvalley – Located south of the city, Bangsar is a popular restaurant and clubbing district while Midvalley is famous for shopping.
- Damansara & Hartamas – Largely suburban, these two districts to the west of the city house some interesting pockets of restaurants and drinking areas.
- Ampang – Located east of the city, Ampang is home to Kuala Lumpur’s Little Korea and most foreign embassies.
- Northern Suburbs – This huge area to the north of the city is home to several attractions, such as the famous Batu Caves, and the National Zoo.
Batu Caves is a limestone hill, which has a series of caves and cave temples, located 13 kilometres (8.1 mi) north of Kuala Lumpur. The cave is one of the most popular Hindu shrines outside India, dedicated to Lord Murugan.
- Southern Suburbs – This district may not interest travellers much, although The Mines theme park is located here.
Famous Malaysian Designers
Jimmy Choo,
Zang Toi
Jimmy Choo, born Jimmy Choo Yeang Keat, is a Malaysian fashion designer based in London, United Kingdom. He is best known for founding Jimmy Choo Ltd that became known for its hand-made women's shoes. Choo was born in Penang, Malaysia into a family of shoemakers.
Jimmy Choo's beginnings can be traced back to his workshop in Hackney, North London, which he opened in 1986 by renting an old hospital building. His craftsmanship and designs were soon noticed and he came to the verge of international notability when his creations were featured in a record eight pages in a 1988 issue of Vogue magazine. Patronage from Diana, Princess of Wales from 1990 onwards further boosted his image. In 1996, he co-founded Jimmy Choo Ltd with British Vogue accessories editor Tamara Mellon.
In April 2001, Choo sold his 50% stake in the company for £10 million. He has since been concentrating his work on the exclusive Jimmy Choo Couture line produced under license from Jimmy Choo Ltd. The Jimmy Choo London line, also known as Jimmy Choo Ready-To-Wear or, simply, Jimmy Choo, is under the purview of Tamara Mellon. The ready-to-wear line has expanded to include accessories such as handbags.
Zang Toi is a New York based Malaysian fashion designer. Toi left his native Malaysia at the age of eighteen, and via Toronto, landed in New York a year later. There he attended Parsons School of Design and apprenticed with Mary Jane Marcasiano and Ronaldus Shamask. In 1989, with a modest collection of bright sarongs, strong suits and regal dresses, he opened his own atelier.
Toi has served several style arbiters including Sharon Stone, Ivana Trump, Hazelle Goodman, Kelly Preston, Kirstie Alley, Jennifer Tilly, Meg Ryan, and Fergie from the Black Eyed Peas. Be it the House of Toi signature collection or the “Z” collection, his moderately priced bridge line, Toi’s creations are marketed as original and feminine pieces. Zang Toi is available in globally fine stores including the Couture Department at Nordstrom, fine specialty boutiques and Zang Toi Boutiques in Malaysia.
Zang Toi
Jimmy Choo, born Jimmy Choo Yeang Keat, is a Malaysian fashion designer based in London, United Kingdom. He is best known for founding Jimmy Choo Ltd that became known for its hand-made women's shoes. Choo was born in Penang, Malaysia into a family of shoemakers.
Toi has served several style arbiters including Sharon Stone, Ivana Trump, Hazelle Goodman, Kelly Preston, Kirstie Alley, Jennifer Tilly, Meg Ryan, and Fergie from the Black Eyed Peas. Be it the House of Toi signature collection or the “Z” collection, his moderately priced bridge line, Toi’s creations are marketed as original and feminine pieces. Zang Toi is available in globally fine stores including the Couture Department at Nordstrom, fine specialty boutiques and Zang Toi Boutiques in Malaysia.
Langkawi Island (famous for it's legend!)
AirAsia provides budget connections to the island. Air Asia is a very famous Malaysian low-cost airline.
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