'Malayland': The borne identity


What defines the Malay identity other than arts, culture and religion? — Chan Tak Kong/THE STAR

THE Malay identity is a prickly issue, or euphemistically, a complex creature of sorts, given the myriad of cultures among Malays of different backgrounds.

For instance, among the Malays, some find it easy to form bonds in urban and rural settings, but many others find themselves ostracised for speaking English, holding differing views, or simply having more non-Malay friends.

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