An Update on Life in Malaysia - July 2020

IL Malaysia Correspondent Keith Hockton updates us on how things are progressing in the country since restrictions were lifted. Follow us on Facebook to catch all of our live videos.
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[@24hourtravellers]

We enjoyed Malaysian MCO. Time felt like it slowed down. Loved the iSolation, peace and quiet.

[@mzmohd385]

I am missing the MCO where everything slowed down and no traffic on the road.. (I'm one of those who still needs to go to work during MCO).

[@syedrosdisyedmohd]

second that.

[@sleepz24awz66]

And free internet Hahahahaahha

[@catwingsent]

Enjoyed being jobless after the place I worked at shut down. Fun times.

[@zuharathewanderer3427]

Happy and glad to hear you're having good experience in Malaysia. ;)

[@johnschubert5983]

I like it when you included yourself and the Malaysian people as "we". You are always welcome in Malaysia.

[@azimahothman7479]

I noticed that too...

[@varkkha]

@@azimahothman7479 well that mean he already became malaysian already hahaha

[@SheikhEuphoria]

Al Jazeera should watch this....thank you sir

[@hasmahahmad5696]

Facebook also...

[@kuroneko2842]

Agree

[@sitinuraini2830]

Argee

[@rzlb5]

It was politically motivated.

[@Bellouti999]

👍👍👍

[@POPCULTURECHANNEL]

Being in Malaysia during lockdown and quarrantine is actually being stuck in a very safe paradise.

[@lekirfana9143]

This is the truth about MALAYSIA ,Al jazzera should take this as a guide how to give information ,al jazeera should apologize to us ALL PERSONAL IN MALAYSIA

[@worldwidecomputerservicesp3794]

Why should Aljazeera watch this........different viewpoint is the essence of democracy....no need to apologise....

[@fauzisadri6825]

@@worldwidecomputerservicesp3794 why you comment like this... different viewpoint is essence of democracy...no need to apologise..

[@nurulnasuha9812]

@@worldwidecomputerservicesp3794 yes the perspective of others people are different. But when you just misleading the truth, like treating them as a dog. Eh, how can we treat them like that huh?? Obviously that is not true. If it's true, why Keith can go anywhere as he want to as he is foreigner?

[@mohdzulhairierazali1463]

@@worldwidecomputerservicesp3794 its not about different viewpoints, it's about misleading information.

[@hazdyabdullah733]

@@worldwidecomputerservicesp3794 kzbin.info/www/bejne/n2fWpnqIirmjgac

[@Freeedy]

I see little point in going back home to UK especially to my home city of Leicester. I do miss the family but I think it feels more appropriate and safer in Malaysia than anywhere else. Thus I don’t expect to see England again until 2021. Malaysia is far more bearable under RMCO however I would welcome the opportunity to travel to other SE Asian countries soon.

[@akamaluu]

take care and stay safe, hope you enjoy Malaysian hospitality

[@zuharathewanderer3427]

I would slow down on international travelling, even to other SEA countries.

[@jtan8535]

Yes, Malaysia is where you would wish to be "stuck" in, if you are to be stuck anywhere! Spoken like a true Malaysian...we count you as one of us mah! Thanks for all the positives about Malaysia that you mentioned...all true, I must say :)!

[@syedahmadqusoiri3067]

Unlike other countries that pushes for the reopening of it's economic sectors, Malaysia gradually opens up it's economies with full confidence of it's people..

[@user-xi2zt8jx3g]

You have more knowledge anytime better than Al Jazeera reporters

[@captainbarbarosa5638]

The Al Jazeera reporter is a Bangladeshi and his Bangladeshi friend was caught due to absence of legal permit to enter.

[@parkarankrishnankutty250]

Hi Capt, it is people like you who mislead the public and the world. The reporter is an AUSTRALIAN. And the Bangladeshi interviewee is in possession of a legal work permit. Like you, many have formed their opinions blindly without actually watching the Aljazeera show but just jumping on the bandwagon after watching these kinds of replies or comments on FB. Wise up guys, watch for yourself and form opinions whichever you want. Stop spreading wrong information.

[@sharifahhawa8848]

from my ❤️. Malaysia Thank You❤️ i came back from Germany and i never felt being cared for so much by a government. i hv lived most of my life in usa.. germany evn australia. how you can afford it i dont know. polices n armies escort. lux buses. 5 star hotel. contstant call to check our health und need. 3 major meals. gifts.. personal washing items even candies und cookies..cheese n cakes.. mashallahhh.. subhannallah..THANK YOU MALAYSIA. i live like princess for 2 weeks at Royal Chulan KL. Malaysia Beautifull

[@novayu666]

no better place to be other than Malaysia during this pandemic

[@yuzhegan4902]

Pls follow

[@immensemessi10]

@@yuzhegan4902 wow your here too

[@Djsilky128]

yes is Bangkok !!

[@dolly7584]

@@yuzhegan4902 good to see you here also😊😊

[@ipkb]

No if u immigrant

[@mzmohd385]

It is a very difficult time for everyone. Especially so from the economic point of view. Covid19 has really changed they way we do things, both good and bad. Being safe is everybody's responsibility.

[@mzmohd385]

@Manny Pacquiao & Amir Khan Any country that manages to curb the pandemic deserves a standing ovation. It means the country is doing it right and that the people cooperate. Some countries are taking it lightly thus making the virus spread faster. Some people even believe that the virus can only affect certain people 🤦🤦

[@de_javu4880]

and some people who were asked to wear masks for their own safety but replied with "i'll wear what i want" are making their country going through hell now.

[@haniebahari9969]

You make Malaysia proud. Thank you so very much 🙏

[@abdulrahamnabangura6007]

I Love❤😘 you so much baby

[@rosanamelin56]

I come from KL and live in Brooklyn. I am so envious of how Malaysia handled this pandemic. I had to postpone my my trip home till probably next year. Thank you for your update. Really appreciate it

[@raziidrus1749]

Tqvm to our PM TSMY and to the frontliners and to Malaysian to make us proud the best country in the world battle with pandemic covid 19.. 👍👍

[@raziidrus1749]

De C : He did something for the country by instructing all his fellow members Dr Nor Hisham and frontliners .. witout his consent this incredible things will not happen .. luckily PH not running the country.. they always thinking of money and power crazy bribery and all sort of bad things .. open up ur eyes .. PH stand for pariah hancing ..

[@stmpo5595]

@sitinur fatihah PN pengkhianat negara

[@stmpo5595]

@@raziidrus1749 bribery? What a joke. That traitor went back to work with Kleptocrat MO1 that fired him when he was in Umno. This person has no principle and moral

[@worldwidecomputerservicesp3794]

@@raziidrus1749 If PH is running the country it will be much more efficient...no doubt about it....this PN govt. came through the back door with that " warm water "minister of health..wat a shame!!!!

[@CRUZEOO]

i like how he said "We" instead of "They" Malaysia truely makes u feel like home

[@wildredasek5958]

Thank you for your kind words and appreciation sir. We M'sian salute you.

[@itsmerizz8435]

Thank you Sir for telling the truth about how Malaysia handling covid-19

[@faizkroller1996]

"Thank you for listening". No no, thank YOU good sir for this video. I really am happy as a Malaysian to see these videos sharing how our country has been dedicated to contain and cure the disease. It's very nice to see the responsible personnel got the recognition and thanks they totally deserve. Thank you

[@cherylkelly8009]

If I were there, I would enjoy it and leave the international travel for next year - yes, you have nice weather there already!!

[@senkem5831]

Your reporting is sincere and awesome.

[@zuharathewanderer3427]

Agreed! NO international travel til the rest of this year. Better safe than sorry.

[@WhatAboutNepal]

I live in Nepal and it's just about the same. The government is doing the best they can. Our problem is the Nepali who've gone to India to work. They've come home with it, but they are keeping it out of Kathmandu Valley, for the most part. So happy to be here instead of the US.

[@cherylkelly8009]

Love Malaysia!

[@politikbebas2335]

Love u too...❤️❤️

[@suneosatellites]

We love kind people like you too

[@allanong2909]

Hi Keith,good advice ...wear masks everytime we are out in public places...

[@snoopyzen9007]

Thanks for talking and sharing your views of Malaysia in your programme .It is nice to hear such positive comments on Malaysia ,our beautiful country. Thanks a lot.Have good and safe trip home.. It has been sometime since foreigners like you Mr Hockton give us such beasutiful comments on Malaysia. I fully share your views.

[@ikramrasid3257]

Thank you for saying the truth about Malaysia. We always appreciate honest views like you did about our country. Please be safe while enjoying the best from what we have here in Malaysia, and it is true. Malaysia is a paradise not many people know about. Malaysia is truly Asia.

[@sistersroomco2790]

Thank you for sharing your life in Malaysia during MCO... That's helped...

[@meileen6927]

I love the sound of sea washed up the beach at the end of your videos.🏖👍

[@kevintan4321]

Penang has zero case for months..

[@noorhayatiosman4431]

Hahaha...Malaysia is a pretty nice country to be stuck in😂 👍👍👍 tq for saying that😀

[@drandom2389]

I think the one who disliked this video maybe Al Jazeera people 🤣😁🤣😁🤣😁🤣😁🤣

[@65rainz]

Sharp! I never thought of that. A good lesson for them watching this video.

[@zuharathewanderer3427]

LOL

[@GoodSamaritan1972]

Hahahaha

[@sanawia0283]

I am tearing ..when you said."we"...yes...don't forget your mask

[@emyharyanikamaruddin6980]

I like the way you speak. So i already subscribed.

[@mohdnazimnordin522]

I lap u

[@asmawitimyati9476]

@@mohdnazimnordin522 _Hah ???_

[@nfmtv6096]

I'm Malaysian but I'm stayed at Singapore for work. I'm happy to see our country have made a great job during this pandemic compared to other ASEAN countries.

[@jailanishariff3436]

Tq for the very nice words..in malaya words..bersatu kita kukuh bercerai kita roboh..🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@isdin4775]

Thank you for your support

[@abdulrahamnabangura6007]

Congratulation🎊🎉👍 to Malaysia🇲🇾

[@shuk8983]

Every single words is do'a(pray).... Tq dud👌

[@GoodSamaritan1972]

Thank you so much for your kind words.....May God bless you🥰

[@aya976]

Great reaction....wish you a lovely and comfortable stay in Malaysia...

[@zzpgboy]

Thks for the reaction of my country...

[@atiffathi5177]

terima kasih juga

[@mohdyusoffabdulrazak9630]

Agree with you... support for my country Malaysian.thank you.

[@exploremalaysianbeauty484]

Nice to hear from you, Malaysian much more happy after great Fight with Covid-19

[@zuriatiabdullah7347]

Thank you sir for giving an insight of Malaysia and how Malaysian combat covid19 successfully. Insya Allah

[@amransalleh]

The only way to tackle covid is to leave politics out and follow the doctors advice and science. American are going thru hell now all becos of the leadership playing too much politics and at the same time defy science.

[@m.salleh5919]

Triple A comment there mate! ✔️👍

[@BliKasep]

Back to normal, so exited to visit KL, love KL so much. i have too the great videos

[@cherylkelly8009]

I was in Bkk but came back to Canada - I have felt that anxiety here, going out, now that things are opening up, and maybe only 30% of people wearing masks (indoors) - Drives me crazy!!

[@haslinamohdhassan1664]

Thank you and I’m thankful for Govt quick action on handling covid 19

[@ilazacharey22]

yes it is true..i wish can come back to malaysia

[@becingu]

Thanks for the update. I'll be making flight reservations as soon as your borders reopen, assuming Americans are ever allowed in.

[@Motivated99999]

American, Indonesian and those from risky countries are not yet allowed.

[@GoodSamaritan1972]

@De C ...Assuming i am speaking to a fellow malaysian here. We must be better than that my dear friend. My most humble opinion. It is never a nice thing to negatively profile anyone based on their race , religion and nationality. We wouldnt like it if anyone else did the same thing to us and our family members. Please edit out your comment .. 🙏🙏🙏The world is watching all our comments

[@margaretlim9180]

Even though we cant travel overseas but malaysia has plenty of local destinations for us to enjoy.

[@kaykaty719]

Yes true. Why all the hassle traveling overseas during pandemic. Stay calm n travel in malaysia. More places to explore.

[@nikojim5568]

Thank you for the compliment and sharing 🙏🏼 we just followed Goverment. First lineup is the great person for us for handling the virus. Baris hadapan terbaik ❤️

[@RB-rp6ud]

Hi Keith, I like your honest views especially when you mentioned that Malaysia is a pretty good country to get stuck in. I sincerely Malaysia & the rest of the world will come out of this pandemic stronger.

[@mohdsani2773]

Proud be a malaysian people so lucky

[@FitriShukri]

Thank you for telling the truth about Malaysia. BTW I'm watching your video while holidaying in Langkawi Island. 👍👍👍

[@DeCrazcoYT]

You are funny mate, i can see that you really like been 'stuck' at Malaysia. 😅😂 i know why! Lots of interesting place to go & explore, especially 'kampung', islands & beaches lifestyle. Have fun!

[@shironnch]

I hope the world can be free of covid 19 soon.

[@2umarmujahid862]

Just wanna say, you are 1000 times better than Aljazeera reporters..

[@Jasonred79squeek]

You didn't mention the contact tracing, which is frankly HUGE. We're getting the occasional cluster, but the compliance for contact tracing makes a ton of difference in making every single cluster get contained efficiently. People's willingness to give up a little bit of privacy enable, for instance, I had a friend who was at a restaurant where a covid positive visitted, and the government evidently gave him a buzz almost immediately.

[@masnitamuamad1870]

Thank you Sir!..ALJAZEERA U should watch this...#makkauijaualjazeera#

[@saidahbt.joharikpm-guru1686]

Hello, sir. 😊 Please look out Sabah, the East of Malaysia. We have plenty beautiful nature here. Enjoy your travel in Malaysia ya

[@CulioRoslan]

Thank You Sir...Let Al Jazeera and Bangladeshi watch your story...

[@miredo]

Thanks for the compliments. Just stay in Malaysia as long as you like if Malaysia is safer than your home country.

[@jumbo2254]

Nice content for the people globally to know, unlike fake news al jazeera. Hope more videos like this from foreigners, unravel correctly how Malaysia handled covid nicely and equally to the people.

[@homeandgardendiaries6384]

Watch Charles Ward video The future is bright - please don’t panic. It will help you with your fear and anxiety.

[@lwise109]

Still waiting to hear back from you Keith

[@internationalliving]

Hi Lisa. There was a huge response to the last video and I'm still working my way through the emails. I will try to respond to everyone that is still waiting to hear back in the next 24 hours.

[@lwise109]

@@internationalliving Kevin, thank you! I am so so excited to get more information.

[@jamiltukangjahit]

Thank you so much for the informative video and definitely enjoyed the very delightful way that it was presented!👍😊 all the best to you & your family

[@Jack-bd4ep]

We gonna be fine...stay safe to you too.zGreetings from Sanah Malaysia.

[@craigpalanek2257]

Good afternoon Keith.. Love your channel! Keep up with all the informative info., just great & most helpful. Careful with letting your guard down, never know where and when the virus will spike. Recently happen in Hong Kong. When you have a free moment please check your emails, sent one to your attention yesterday evening. Thanks again for sharing the beauty of this lovely country with all of us dreamers. Stay safe an ever happy.. Cheers mate!

[@faraabubakar127]

Wow,you are so cool,thank you for your sincere comments on Malaysia.This is the first that i 'm following you.Love it!!!You know what? We need more people like you in the world.Btw,can i get the title of your books and where can i get them?All the best....oh gosh,i don't even know your name! Sorry.I'm going to subscibe to your channel,take care and stay safe.Have a great day ahead😊

[@dianadahalan3551]

Thank you so much for your compliment. Let take care each other and enjoy the life peacefully. COVID-19 is there but as long as we take care and follow the SOP everything will be fine and back to normal life. Actually i enjoyed alot new norm. Malaysian become more discipline. have a nice day all.

[@christinevolante9773]

Hi Keith, couple of questions, what are the books you have written about Penang called and where do you stay in Langkawi. Cheers from Perth Australia

[@paupaufad1808]

Check out four seasons Langkawi.

[@internationalliving]

Hi Christine. You can find more info on Keith's books here: entrepotpublishing.com/index.php/authors/keith-hockton/

[@fely-my4256]

Thanks for being in Penang..we are in green zone for months now...I will say, most people are disciplined and cooperative and follow the health protocols.. enjoy your stay.. the food, and friendly people..

[@Your.Uncle.AngMoh]

Thank you for this vlog, Keith. I have had a yet-to-be-sated love affair with Singapore and Malaysia for the last fifty years. I hope to be back there early next year for my birthday. That's assuming Australia will let me out! For the businesses that went bust in the last six months, I have sympathy. Especially the workers made unemployed by this. But some of them may come back slowly. Maybe the growth in Malaysia was a little too fast and that the time ahead can see a more structured growth pattern. Inshallah, their economy gets back to normal sooner rather than later. SARS taught South East Asia a lesson in 2002. They learned from it and acted accordingly- the explosion of cases among the worker dormitories in Singapore notwithstanding. Yet the "Little Red Dot" is martialling its resources to get on top of it as they head towards 50,000 infections but only 27 deaths, as I type this. All the best, Garry (LIM PEH KA LI KOG)

[@reginaibrahim3374]

wishing you and family a wonderful time in Penang...

[@omegazero9580]

love from Malaysia!

[@barrylau9948]

Really thanks for your sharing, very informative and useful !!

[@techdipbest]

thanks for sharing your experience... great video!

[@shah1783]

Yeah, my personal view is that people has to be aware that although malaysia has successfully curbed covid 19 from spreading much further, we have to play our role by wearing mask when we are in crowded places, keep our social distancing we can put covid 19 behind us.

[@salplayer9198]

I love it when you say we when refering to malaysia

[@azezeaziz9533]

Yeah. I noticed that too.

[@MayMay-May]

I am Malaysian personally prefer to travel to 4 seasons country during autumn or spring not in summer or winter😊

[@mohdazmihasan5950]

so do i..malaysian should travel to 4 seasons. then they will how good their country is..

[@AT-ev1no]

@Gazpacho Suave all countries have their weather challenges. Did you study geography during your school days

[@leoshanbob]

Malaysia also have 4 seasons

[@lipi1985]

@@leoshanbob raining season,hot season, durian season and haze season 🤣

[@ahrm75]

nice sharing sir....thanks

[@joetalang395]

There are still few cases in Malaysia up till now,, may be one or two in the country,, it not totally save yet

[@coffeeaddict2431]

imported case only. no local infections.

[@alqaeda9841]

Pandai2 lah jaga jarak, kalau demam , batuk pakai la mask, kalau x de xyah

[@syazwanfaiz89]

Thank you Sir for the sharing about your point of view.

[@IWannaLearnMalay]

thanks to everyone for playing their part. Let's look out for each other :) Added: on wearing masks, part of it was due to the haze which has occurred several times.

[@suneosatellites]

Oh look. A legal, documented international. WHERE TF ARE YOU ALJAZKHINZIR?

[@annmamiko93]

😹😹😹😹

[@m.salleh5919]

Mind your Arabic mate! 😂😂😂

[@X_101]

love you all friends..,malaysia are welcome to all people any country,,we msia enjoy people harmony ,,come msia dont care ,any trouble promblem you can ask people msia ,people msia to much help you,dont worry,,

[@ayumalinah9342]

Tq for believing us ..😍

[@hijazzains]

Many 5 star hotels during weekends at PorrtDickson, Cameron Highlands, Gentng Highlands and Batu Ferringhi are sold out during weekends in the next few weeks

[@SheikhMDBokhari]

Thank you sir. Appreciate it.

[@hanachenta8293]

Tq sir... Terima kasih tuan... 😍

[@noname-wn7ez]

My heart is melting 😭😭😭😭😭😭❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@haniida1827]

Tq sir love from 🇲🇾🇲🇾🇲🇾🇲🇾🇲🇾🇲🇾

[@hijazzains]

I believe flights between Uk and many other West European countries like Germany have started

[@wanasmiracle1387]

Well said, thank you sir ♥

[@zuharathewanderer3427]

I love how you articulate the situation here (in Malaysia) and SEA. I also agree with you about international travelling. I hope Malaysia will not open our border so soon. I dont mind even if they have to close it until end of this year. It's all for our benefits anyway. And about the schools opening, on the contrary, my nephews and nieces are super excited that they get to go to school again. And they are wearing face shields and practising social distancing even in classroom.

[@jennymoser8577]

Thank so much sir! The Western countries need to listen to this. Hope you get to enjoy the rest of Malaysia! 😍

[@MohdElfieNieshaemJuferi]

Hope you will still be around, Keith!

[@wanrs3901]

Thank you sir....