Ethnic diversity
Malaysia’s population is a complex web of over 70 distinct ethnic groups, each with its own variations. The ethnic, religious and cultural variety reflects the nation’s history and strategic geographical location. Situated at the crossroads between the East and the West, Malaysia has for centuries attracted foreign rulers, traders and travellers. Immigrants have settled in the country since the earliest recorded times, underscoring the heterogeneity of the contemporary population.
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- Ethnic and cultural variety
- A heterogeneous society
