Happy 53rd Merdeka to all Malaysian. It has been 53 years since we have our own independent day stretching back to 31 August 1957. I’m quite happy actually. There is a lot I want to say about my country but I don’t know how to say it. I didn’t went to countdown last night, not interested at all. Its too crowded and to me, it seems a little scary.
The name Malaya was then changed to Malaysia when the country was officially made a federation of 13 states including Sabah and Sarawak. Malaysia as we know it today is a thriving developing country, often considered a “role model” by its Southeast Asian neighbours for its economic and political stability, multicultural harmony and steady progress.
What does Merdeka means to me? It is about growing and sharing as you move along your own personal journey of life. And be truly thankful that as Malaysian we are still united in one accord and 1 Malaysia.
Fast Facts about Malaysia are as follows:
Capital City : Kuala Lumpur
Main Languages : Malay (official) known as Bahasa Malaysia, English, Tamil, Chinese, indigenous languages
Religion : 52% Muslim, 17% Buddhist, 12% Taoist, 8% Christian, 8% Hindu, 2% tribal
Currency : Malaysian Ringgit (RM)
Country Dialing Code : 60
National Flower : Hibiscus or “Bunga Raya”
Key National Symbols : The Malaysian Flag or “Jalur Gemilang” and The National Anthem “Negaraku”
May Allah continue to bless this nation and see it transform into a better country for all Malaysians regardless of race, religion and background to strive for a better Malaysia!
~ MERDEKA..! MERDEKA..! MERDEKA..! ~
