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![“I'm a fundamentalist in the true sense. That is to
say, I follow the fundamentals of religion... But
for over 1,400 years people have been
interpreting and re-interpreting the religion to
suit their own purpose! ... These [extremist and
terrorist acts] are not Islamic fundamentals any
more than the Christians who burned people at
the stake are fundamentalist. They are actually
deviating from the teachings of the religion!”
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Malaysia_as_we_know_it
This document provides an overview of the history and development of Malaysia. It discusses Malaysia's pre-independence history under Portuguese, Dutch and British colonial rule. It then summarizes Malaysia's post-independence history, including gaining independence in 1957 and the leadership of figures like Mahathir Mohammad. It highlights some of Mahathir's achievements as prime minister from 1981-2003 in transforming Malaysia's economy and development. The document concludes with an overview of current-day Malaysia, including its government, economy, education system and military capabilities.
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Malaysia_as_we_know_it
- 1. Malaysia 1
- 2. Layout of Presentation Pre-independenceHistory Post-independence History Life of Mahathir Mohammad Mahathir Mohammed as a Leader Achievements of Mahathir Current Malaysia Conclusion Questions and Answers Session 2
- 3. Presenters Sohail Maqbool MairaRathore Hirra Pervaiz Khalid Shah Sadia Niazi 3
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- 5. MALAYSIA “Important things happened not only centuries before, but also decades ago” 5
- 6. Pre-Independence History ata Glimpse AD 1400 S P Parameswara set up a trading base in Malacca 1511 Portuguese took control 1641 Dutch captured Malacca 1786 British adventurer entered Penang Malay 6
- 7. Pre-Independence History ata Glimpse 1824 Anglo-Dutch treaty signed, British controlled Malacca, Singapore and Penang Dutch controlled Sumatra 1840s Influx of Chinese tin miners to the western coast 1919 British colonial rule throughout the peninsula 7
- 8. Pre-Independence History ata Glimpse 1941 Japanese invaded and took control of Malaya and ruled until 1945 1948 After the war, the British returned The Malays, Chinese and Indians joined forces to form an Alliance to fight for independence 8
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- 10. Post-Independence History 1957 OnAugust 31, Federation of Malaya became independent of Britain with Tunku Abdul Rahman as prime minister 1963 Singapore, Sabah and Sarawak joined the Federation; Malaya became Malaysia 1965 Singapore withdrew from the Federation 10
- 11. Post-Independence History 1970 AbdulRahman's resignation, Tun Abdul Razak became the 2nd prime minister and formed the political coalition 11
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- 13. Emerging Malaysia Malaysia grownrapidly into an important trading partner of both USA and Europe A large Islamic nation with a diverse population of Malays, Chinese and Indians Preserves many traditional values while adapting an increasingly international look 13
- 14. Secret Behind theSuccess There is only one top secret behind the whole story i.e. 14
- 15. Mahathir Mohammad wasborn on December 20, 1925, in Alor Setar in Northern Malaysia Graduated in 1953 from University of Malaya Singapore According to Mahathir, “ This gave me a very good starting point in life: a strong family, a solid education and a good religious grounding” Elected to parliament in 1964 as a member of the United Malays National Organization (UMNO) 15
- 16. Conti… In 1969 Mahathirwas expelled from UMNO because of conflict with Prime Minister Tunku Abdul Rahman Rejoined UMNO in 1970 Reelected to its Supreme Council in 1972 and to parliament in 1974 Later in 1974 appointed minister of education. In 1976 he became deputy prime minister In June 1981 was elected president of UMNO. 16
- 17. Mahathir Mohammad asPM He became prime Minister in July 1981 The first commoner to hold that office 17
- 18. Mahathir as PMTransformed Malaysia Reformed the tax structure and reduced trade tariffs Privatized numerous state-owned enterprises Abridge Malaysia’s ethnic divisions by increasing general prosperity The NEP (New Economic Policy)has been replaced in 1991 by the NDP (New Development Policy) 18
- 19. Mahathir as PMTransformed Malaysia Malaysia prospered economically, with growing manufacturing sector an expanding middle class rising literacy rates increased life expectancies Significant infrastructure project North-South Expressway, a highway that runs from the Thai border to Singapore 19
- 20. Mahathir says, “I inheritedthe strength of will and pragmatism from previous prime ministers. From the 1st I learnt how to handle race relations. From 2nd I learnt pragmatism. I am less diplomatic. I feel something is right and should be done, I will do it and will say it. That’s really the difference. All these ideas were put in place by my predecessors, so I owe it to them.” 20
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- 22. Example of positivediscrimination between Malays and Chinese living in Malaysia Malays Chinese MALAYS (Bumiputras, the sons Chinese of the soil) Mostly businessmen Rice Cultivation- Common Healthy and influential occupation Developed and economically Live in Small Communities dominant Have Limited Social Contacts Socially effective Mostly Poor and Illiterate educated 22
- 23. Constructive protection wasincorporated in NEP (New Economic Policy) by Abdul Razzak According to Mahathir, “ The principal purpose was to draw the Malays into the main stream of the country’s economic life. The idea isn’t to expropriate or redistribute the wealth of other ethnic groups, but to enrich the Malays through expanding ECONOMIC CAKE” 23
- 24. Quotas were setand Malays receive a higher number of scholarships as per their deserving ratios MCS (Malaysian Civil Service) Reforms in Malays land Reserve Laws Issuance of more business contracts and licenses to Malays. Credits, office space and other benefits and economic advantages 24
- 25. Employment rate 4million in 1970 4.8 million in 1980 Unemployment decreased from 7.8% to 5.7% Average Annual Growth Rate 7.3% for 2nd plan period 8.6 for 3rd plan period 25
- 26. Mahathir as aLeader Constructive protection (Positive Discrimination) Peaceful coexistence Tolerance but not at the cost of principles Trust Social justice Desire to excel Visionary and committed Discourage hegemony Effective role in regional, Islamic and Int’l Politics 26
- 27. Lessons We CanLearn From His Leadership Willing to learn Dare to take the challenge Communication skills Passion for belief Make a correct decision & work it out to achieve the goals Understand the requirements of the market place Sensitive to the fast changing world Professionally handle the Diversity at work place Confident, responsible & visionary 27
- 28. Achievements 1989 Communist Partyof Malaysia signed peace accord to abandon its armed struggle 1990 Sarawak Communist insurgent signed a peace accord with the government Vision 2020 through NDP 1993 4 Constitutional amendments to avoid delaying legislation 1998 Kuala Lumpur become the first Asian city to host the Common Wealth Games 28
- 29. Achievements 1999 Mahathir expelledAnwar his Deputy Prime Minister from the party, United Malays National Organization (UMNO), found guilty and sentenced to nine years in prison 2001 Government decided to proceed with construction of the huge Bakun hydroelectric power project in Sarawak 2002 Aug new laws against illegal immigrants came into effect Modernization and rapid infrastructure development 29
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- 31. Malaysia After Mahathir’sReign 31
- 32. Current Malaysia Datuk Seri Najib Tun Prime Minister of Malaysia 32
- 33. Current Malaysia Floating Mosqueof Malaysia 33
- 34. Current Malaysia Official Languages Bahasa Melayu Other Languages Chinese , English, Tamil, indigenous Work force (10.89 million, 2007) Services: 57% Industry: 28% (manufacturing-19%, mining and construction-9%) Agriculture-15% 34
- 35. Current Malaysia Area: 329,847sq. km Capital: Kuala Lumpur Population 29,179,952 (July 2011 est.) Annual population growth rate 1.542% (2011 est.) 2.0%, (2010) Ethnic groups: (2012) Malay and Indigenous 61.4%, Chinese 23.7%, Indian 7.1%, others 7.8% Religions: (2012) Islam 60.4%, Buddhist 19.2%, Christian 9.1%, Hindu 6.3%, Other 5% 35
- 36. ECONOMY 36
- 37. ECONOMY Nominal GDP: $247.6 billion(2011 est.) GDP - per capita (PPP): $9204 Natural resources Agricultural products Industry 37
- 38. ECONOMY Trade Marchandise Exports: $212.7 billion (2011 est.), $197billion(2010) Electronic products, machinery, liquid natural gas, petroleum and petroleum products, telecom equipment. Major markets China , Singapore, Japan, U.S. , Thailand 38
- 39. Import and Export Exports: $212.7 billion Imports: $168 billion (2011 (2011 est.), est.), Electronics Electronic Equipment Machinery Petroleum and Liquefied Natural gas Petroleum Products Wood and its Products Plastics Palm Oil Vehicles Rubber Iron and Steel Products Textile 39
- 40. Education Education expenditures: 4.1%of GDP (2008) Budget: RM30 billion (USD10 billion) Literacy (2000 census) Total Population: 88.7% Male: 92% Female: 85.4% (2000 census) Literacy (2009 census) Total Population: 95% 40
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- 42. Government 42
- 43. GOVERNMENT Federal parliamentary democracywith a constitutional monarch Constitution: 1957 Subdivisions: 13 states and three federal territories (Kuala Lumpur, Labuan Island, Putrajaya federal administrative territory). Each state has an assembly and government headed by a chief minister 43
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- 45. Malaysian Military Strength LANDARMY (2011) Total Land Weapons: 2,465 Tanks: 74 Towed Artillery: 54 Mortars: 200 AT Weapons: 1,124 AA Weapons: 733 Logistical Vehicles: 3,200 45
- 46. Malaysian Military Strength NAVALPOWER (2011) Total Navy Ships: 65 Merchant Marine Strength: 321 Major Ports & Terminals: 5 Submarines: 2 Frigates: 4 Patrol Craft: 37 Mine Warfare Craft: 4 Amphibious Assault Craft: 1 46
- 47. Malaysian Military Strength AIRPOWER (2011) Total Aircraft: 258 Helicopters: 103 Serviceable Airports: 118 47
- 48. Transport of Malaysia Oneof the world’s best transport system is in Malaysia 48
- 49. Some quotes byMahathir Mohammad 49
- 50. “I'm a fundamentalistin the true sense. That is to say, I follow the fundamentals of religion... But for over 1,400 years people have been interpreting and re-interpreting the religion to suit their own purpose! ... These [extremist and terrorist acts] are not Islamic fundamentals any more than the Christians who burned people at the stake are fundamentalist. They are actually deviating from the teachings of the religion!” 50
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- 52. “The financial turmoilhas underscored the many challenges inherent in globalization, ... Even as we embrace it, we must be wary of the dangers which accompany it.” 52
- 53. “If that iseverybody's desire we will have to consider it” “I have promised not to interfere in politics and I have not said anything about many things which were done wrong” 53
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- 55. Conclusion 55
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