Malaysian Made and Made in Malaysia

Sometime time people in general are not aware, but most of the time they are confused, however there are those who just doesn't seem to bother.

What is the different between Malaysian Made and Made in Malaysia. I am not sure whether there are specific percentage (%) or standard for such classification. Anyway in logical terms we can agree that Malaysian Made refers to anything MALAYSIAN and produced by Malaysian or Malaysian Expertise. A clear example can be BATIK, although sometimes we wonder if the fabric used are also Malaysian produced. There could be other examples, even food base like kerepek, keropok lekor.

As for Made in Malaysia, the above rule still applies, however we might have foreign investor producing their products for local consumption or export purposes and yet uses foreign labour and expertise.

In the end, what matter most should be QUALITY. Way back during the earlier years, people will always say anything continental (American/European) are always better then Japanese. Although some of those kind of statement is true, things had change, the so call good products are Made in Malaysia or other countries.

This does not necessarily applies to just products manufactured, now it could be services and its people. QUALITY in general has no boundries.

Banjir

Sekarang ni dah masuk musim tengkujuh. Seperti biasa, kebanyakan negeri di utara dan timur negara kita mula menghadapi banjir. Ada dah kemalangan jiwa. Setiap tahun, kita menghadapinya, selain dari kehilangan nyawa, banyak harta benda yang rosak. seteruk mana kita, apabila kita teropong diseluruh dunia, di negara lain, seperti Filipina, Indonesia, lebih teruk lagi.

Untungnya jadi rakyat Malaysia.

Ramai yang masih tak bersyukur lagi.

Malaysia - Tanah air ku

Hari ini (sejak sekian lamanya) kita memasuki era yang sunggoh mencabar. Setelah kita MERDEKA dari British, 31 OGOS 1957, kita masih bercerita tentang perpaduan. Baru-baru ini, PM mengumumkan 16hb September tahun depan kita cuti lagi, kerana pada tarikh itu Malaysia terbentuk (Persekutuan Tanah Melayu, Singapura, Sabah dan Serawak). Lepas tu PM pertama Tunku Abdul Rahman MENYINGKIRKAN singapura.

Suka atau tidak (kalau tak suka...pergilah cari negara lain)inilah negara kita. Kita berhak mencoraknya, walau tak semudah yang kita harapkan. Sistem yang ada hari ini agak baik, tetapi sentiasa ada ruang untuk diperbaiki.

Saya nak pinjam senikata lagu Sudirman bertajuk WARISAN.

Disini lahirnya sebuah cinta
Yang murni abadi sejati
Disini tersemai cita cita
Bercambah menjadi Warisan

Andai ku terbuang tak diterima
Andai aku disingkirkan
Kemana harusku bawakan
Kemana harusku semaikan cinta ini

Betapa
Dibumi ini ku melangkah
Keutara selatan timur dan barat
Ku jejaki

Aku
Bukanlah seorang perwira
Gagah menjunjung senjata
namun hati rela berjuang
walau dengan cara sendiri
Demi cinta ini

Ku ingin kotakan seribu janji
Sepanjang kedewasaan ini
Ku ingin sampaikan pesanan
Aku lah penyambung warisan


Maksud senikata lagu tersebut perlu dihayati. Kita mungkin tidak sama, dalam satu keluarga ada bermacam rupa, yang kembar pun ada perbezaannya, yang ketara dan yang tidak. Warna, tinggi rendah, kurus dan berisi,agama dan sebagainya.

Tapi apabila kita kata ini TANAH AIR KU, maka kita mesti mencari cara menjaganya. Setiap orang yang bergelar Warganegara Malaysia perlu bersumpah taat setia kepada Tanah Ini. Yang susah dibantu, yang senang dan berkemampuan membantu.

Kita tidak perlu setuju dengan pemerintah, tetapi kita perlu terima hakikat bahawa pada ketika ini, mereka dipertanggung jawabkan oleh kita secara sistem "DEMOKRASI BEPARLIMEN, RAJA BERPELEMBAGAAN".

Marilah kita cari cara memperkukuhkan negara ini, saya pinjam kata-kata hikmah ini, kita tidak mewarisi alam ini, kita meminjamnya dari anak-anak kita.

Setiap dari kita ada peranan tersendiri, fikir fikirkan lah.

16 September ... CUTI lagi

Seronoknya ... dapat cuti lagi.

Cuba kita kira berapa banyak cuti kita dah ada .... "NATIONAL HOLIDAYS"

001 Hari Tahun Baru - 1 Januari
001 Keputeraan Seri Paduka Baginda Yang DiPertuan Agong - Sabtu Pertama Jun
001 Hari Buruh
001 Hari Wesak
001 Hari Kemerdekaan - 31 Ogos
001 Hari Malaysia - 16 September
001 Hari Deepavali
002 Tahun Baru Cina
001 Christmas - 25 Disember
002 Hari Raya Aidil Fitri (1 & 2 Syawal)
001 Hari Raya Aidil Adha (10 Dzul Hijjah)
001 Maal Hijrah (1 Muharram)
001 Kelahiran Nabi Muhammad SAW (12 Rabiul Awal)
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015 Hari
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Negeri Negeri juga ada cuti sendiri.

Contoh : Selangor dan Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur

001 Keputeraan Sultan Selangor /Hari Wilayah Persekutuan
001 Taipusam
001 Nuzul Quran
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003 Hari
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Jumlah jadi 18 hari, tapi jangan lupa setiap minggu, kita ada 52 hari Ahad/Jumaat dan kepada yang dapat cuti hari sabtu tambah lagi 52 hari. jadi keseluruhannya kita cuti berapa hari???

18 + 52 + 52 = 122 hari. (365 - 122 = 243). Jadi hari yang sepatutnya kita produktif adalah 2/3 dalam masa setahun. Pada pekerja seronoklah ... Majikan ????

Oops ... jangan lupa cuti tahun dan yang paling tak disangka .... CUTI SAKIT.

Nak kira masa tidur pula dan masa rehat pula ke???

Siapa yang tak seronok cuti, tapi akhirnya kita juga yang RUGI.

PR STATUS

1. Why do people give up their citizenship???
2. Why do people apply for PR status???

I am not so sure, but I THINK, the main reason for No.1, are because they felt their present country is not worth it, and the country of their choice will be better for them and their family. There are possibility that they had no choice ... and so could be other reason as well.

As for No. 2, it could be due to requirement, or the first step to getting citizenship. Now, to me as long as someone feels that a/any country could fullfill his needs, he should make a choice that will be good to him/her and their family.

Suddenly, our Envoy to the US wants to offer those people who gave up their CITIZENSHIP, even if he feels that they NO LONGER WANT TO BE ...

Is PRIDE to CHEAP ????????

Briefs - The Sun, tuesday 20th October 2009

Envoy : Give PR status to former M'sian citizens

ROMPIN : The government should consider offering permanent resident (PR) to more than 200,000 former Malaysian nationals who are now US citizens to create a strong economic network between both countries, said Malaysian ambassador to the United States Datuk Seri Jamaluddin Jarjis.

He said this was because most of the former Malaysians worked in various professional fields and held important posts in multi-national companies, which could benefit Malaysia. "Although they are no longer Malaysian citizens and no longer want to be, their heart still lies in Malaysia"

Jamaluddin told reporters yesterday the presence of former Malaysians in the country would also inject foreign currency into the economy each year. He said if one of them spend as much as US$10,000, (RM38,000) in the country, US$2 billion (RM7.6 billion) would be channeled into Malaysia annually.

Jamaluddin said the suggestion to offer PR status would be brought up to Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Abdul Razak who is schedule to have a meeting with US President Barrack Obama by year end. - Bernama

When someone wants something, let them ask nicely, if it is worth it, and benefit Malaysian why not, but PLEASE Mr Envoy don't make us look so desperate, we deserve better.

Remember Malaysia FIRST.

GOOD GOVERNANCE

My daughter asked me today, what party do I support?

I told her that I support GOOD GOVERNANCE, which means the government of the day must undertake to govern, manage and administrate for the best benefit of all of us the rakyat. In a democracy we have in Malaysia, which very much parallel the British system, where the party with the Majority in Parliament or the State legislature, forms the government of the day.

Therefore, in Malaysia, the Federal Government is Barisan Nasional, together with Perlis, Perak, Negeri Sembilan, Melaka, Johor, Pahang, Terengganu, Sabah and Sarawak for the state legislature. Since the 12th general election however, except for Kelantan, Kedah, Penang and Selangor are now govern by Pakatan Rakyat (a loose grouping by PKR, PAS & DAP). In fact Perak was actually Pakatan lead, until three (3) of the "ADUN", decided to be independant, and openly support BN. Until or unless there are any changes by Appeal to the Federal Court, or a fresh election, the government of the day shall be BN lead.

So as easy as ABC, each government of the day shall perform to the best of their ability, and their performance shall be judged by the Rakyat, who shall only have an outright say with their vote comes the 13th General Election, except for the recent by election and the coming Sarawak State Election.

Any right loving MALAYSIAN, will defend this beloved country, and all we want is PEACE to do our things as long as it is within the confine of the Constitution.

The recent happening in Indonesia, does not make us Malaysian proud, when one of the person identified or blamed is our citizen (is he still) although from another angle, the happening gave dieheart Manchester United fan, a chance to watch them play in Malaysia again.

Malaysia New Festival

Yes a new festival with the Malaysian flair. It is the Bazar Ramadhan. Although it is never meant to be as such, the effect of the bazar is now attraction most malaysian look forward to. It is so true that for one to not believe it will be a sin. It is the time of year where people of all races will come together to savour all type of food possible. You name it you shall have it.

As much food and clothing to look for, new business opportunity for all who wants to make some extra money for the coming Hari Raya Aidil Fitri, only a month away. There shall be 'Kueh Raya' in all colour and taste, 'ketupat,lemang & rendang' and many more. If want are so busy, when the actual festival come 'Kueh Tunjuk - Home made cookies (other people kitchen)' you shall have the varities to present to your visitors.

Say what you may, it is something that other countries do not have and shall be unique to Malaysia, and Malaysian loves this and so does our foreign visitors. This is uniquely Malaysian, enjoy the food but always remember to be within limit.

Ramadhan has a special reason for muslim and they should understand this seriously, and other malaysian has learn to respect this affair, for some even take the trouble to eat away from their fasting friends or even more to try the fasting themselves.

Now that is what malaysian has achieve all the way since our independence 51 year ago. A character that made us different from others, a culture others enjoy to be part of, and it makes all of us very happy.

Happy Merdeka 51st

51 years ago, the British offered us our independence, after colonizing us.

We were free before that and so we it seems all wrong should we feel anything about it. this is our country and therefore it is ours to begin with. Anyway, when they were here, did they come by themselves or were they invited.

However, after all we are master of ourself and we should set the course of where we want to go. Tun Dr Mahathir has nicely presented the Wawasan 2020, and it is only strong will of the leaders of the day and hard work of the citizen will get us through.

Malaysia as a nation are blessed with so much that is only the envy of many, the question is how do we make sure that we maximise what we have in order to go forward.

Happy National Day . MERDEKA

JUST READ!: Please fly the Jalur Gemilang...

It is the love of the country more than anything else, but when people are upset due to the surrounding, they tend to take it on the flag and that is wrong.
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Just now, I spoke to an officer from the Statistic Department and as much as his request is taxing on me, and I believe as no relevance, I stated the fact that I understood his predicament as as a civil servant on public service. He acknowledges my understanding by differentiating between Goverment of the day and Civil Service duty ...

JUST READ!: Please fly the Jalur Gemilang...

A pretty sight to behold

Tam Yong Yuee of Johor wrote in the Sun, August 14, 2008

The 51st anniversary ofl our independence is just around the corner. Watching the Jalur Gemilang flutter in the breeze in our garden elicits a sense of elation. Since our residents' committee was set up two years ago, we had embarked on a community programmed to instill a sense of belonging and ownership among the residents through various activities that promote good neighbourliness and good will among the various races, by focussing on common issues of concern like crime prevention and other issues that effect the residents' everyday life. And the local police are regular invited guest at various functions and festivities.

Our flag flying campaign for Merdeka is in its third year. The target is one house, one flag, and though falling short of 100%, the response of more than 90% of the residents is a morale booster. The few who are reluctant to fly have the usual grudges and complaints on the government's less than just implementation of certain policies.

While we admit that this disgruntlement does have legitimate grounds,we should also be rational enough to distinguish between support for the government of the day and loyalty to our country of birth. if the government of the day is seen to be inefficient, unjust or corrupt, it can be changed or removed through the ballot box. But our position as legitimate citizens of Malaysia, as enshrined in the Constitution, remains unchanged and that is where our loyalty lies.

Of course, not flying the flag for independence day does not necessarily mean one is unpatriotic. By the same token, flying the flag does not necessarily mean we endorse a government to expectation. But, first as a citizen and than as a patriot, our allegiance must be to Malaysia an it is incumbent upon us to keep a watchful eye on those who are given the mandate to manage this country to ensure that they do not abuse their positions to the detriment of the nation.

Back to our taman, the flapping of the flags in the steady breeze is a pretty sights to behold.

Not many Malaysian know their Country

Yesterday we( my wife and I) met Angie (a school teacher) who greeted me as I was coming out for a walk from the hotel lobby of Selesa Resort. She asked whether we are residence there, but I said no, we are just there for a short working retreat.

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After awhile of sharing views, we got to know that Angie actually teachers in Gombak, Selangor but commuted to her school everyday. When I mentioned that its gonna cost her more with the new petrol price hike, she seems not to be bothered. It took her only 20-30mins to reach destination everyday so its not really a problem. She was born and raised in KL, but chose to stay at the Resort because she likes the area and surrounding plus she got a very good deal (in her own word damn cheap) for the apartment. Thats why she said : Not many Malaysian know their country.

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Out of the half an hour conversation, we found out that Angie is one of many Malaysians who enjoyed the beauty of the country and what they have decided for themselves, and not the critical group who only find faults all the time. She said when she greeted me, she saw the smile on my face and therefore wants to strike a conversation. Its sure is nice that smiling doesn't cost us anything but gets us new friends.

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As long as we learn to appreciate one another and our country always there are always fun in our daily life.

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Selesa Resort is about an hour drive from Shah Alam and it is quite good retreat except that they should improve the food and the service more.