The article reports on the negative effect of social problems to the economy and standards of living of Malaysia. It states that the origin of social problems dates back to Malaysian independence in 1957 when Malays were granted special economic privileges. However, it notes that Chinese and ethnic Indians are eventually finding the special privileges unnecessary. Consequently, the government has taken steps to grant the privileges to the Malays. [Download]
Malaysia's social problems could be costly
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- Category: Ethnic & Ethnic Relations
- Posted by Market: Asia Pacific
