How this Indonesian immigrant made a fortune in Singapore

[@MaxChernov]

Would you rather live in Singapore or Indonesia?

[@cooliipie]

Lol

[@IEV3689]

Singapore

[@jameslee9742]

If have kids.. Singapore, safety and kids education seriously ? lol If Single well u can try Indonesia

[@KatJade269]

Singapore, of course cos’ I’m Singaporean.

[@ritadonita144]

It depends lah... Working is better in Singapore Retirement maybe in Indonesia is better

[@rudigoline4549]

Sangat setuju di indonesia justru yang menghambat kemajuan adalah orang2 yang duduk di pemerintahan.....tidak diragukan lagi.

[@TubagusRaafiul29]

Ironicly true

[@judasthepious1499]

bakso?

[@Kara-iu4mb]

@@rudigoline4549 not every places in indonesia lah

[@admin8784]

Orang2nya random, ada yang baik juga jahat, di SG standard

[@Loxly-ti4sq]

Kalo wakil presidennya aja lahir dari hasil otak atik konstitusi, wajar saja system dari atas dan kebawah banyak protokol dan mafia yg pingin cari duit.

[@Trinetra3382]

such an inspirational interview

[@leowtaimeng811]

Really enjoy this interview... he is a real dude

[@sincemarch93]

What an amazing story, so inspiring. The struggle he takes to reach to the top is unbelievable.

[@caseyang2943]

WOW! i have watched many of Max interviews and don't really comment, BUT this Eddy interview makes me want to leave a comment! For me personally, this is the most interesting interview that Max has done. I dont have words to describe it, it just have this unknown force that makes me feel good, positive and motivating! Thanks Max and Eddy!

[@ТатьянаМольтер]

Such a lovely Person! Open and wise. Very motivative for others. His values touched my Heart.

[@kimmytan6573]

Such a sincere interview.. his Faith kept him going forward.

[@davidemanuel1243]

Hey Max, what a great interview. A great man with a great story.

[@loveandpeace8760]

Love his positivity and outlook of life. Great interview. ❤

[@K9H8R]

Eddy is a very inspiring personality...worth listening to him all the way.

[@LoicGottwalles]

Wow, one of the best interviews you've conducted!

[@MaxChernov]

🙏😊

[@susziekath]

..Memories of 20years back then when i met him ...and now the impact..😊 Eddie's story is so inspiring,great going

[@heangchanrotha6207]

This man is such a wise, inspiring leader. Another great interview!

[@positivelyserena]

Best interview by far, in my personal opinion. I love his candor and animated expressions

[@DutchFlavour]

Edy is a hyper intelligent individual, understands about almost every aspect of human psychology, inspiring to listen to!

[@KudaLaut-qn1vv]

Pemerintah Indonesia wajib dengar masukan beliau. Birokrasi tidak transparan dan berbelit2!

[@KurniaLim]

Itu sengaja brooo, kalo ga mau ribet ya ngertilah duit rokok nanti dibantu dengan cepat.

[@wileamyp]

Betul, terlalu banyak yg perlu dilicinkan

[@arieladelinechoo9845]

This guy is really clear when he speaks.

[@tonyku7129]

Is that really clear to you??😂 Me, without the subtitles , I really dont understand most of the words he said.. Sorry

[@outofstockfish2073]

Much more direct and concise than native english speakers to be honest. Very smart guy

[@cocokoh8167]

Real respect for this chap! Industrious, insightful and humble throughout his trials and tribulations.

[@Jane123324]

Eddy, you are very cute when you say "you followed me for 10 years ma!" A true "Singaporean"!

[@anuarbinbustaman]

Thank you for this interview. Edy is a seasonal businessman.

[@Johnne009]

Seasoned

[@Bjornbjornn]

@@Johnne009 hilarious

[@felixstanley8418]

very inspirational, sukses selalu Pak Edi, from fellow indonesian, saya ingat jaman kuliah tahun 2011-2012 suka makan di dapur penyet di lot one choa chu kang

[@johnnyexplorestheworld4729]

Another great interview!

[@francisloh6110]

It a long interview and I managed to finish it in 1 go. This guy has so much wisdom. He is amazing.

[@khimchongchung7622]

inspiring . a hardworking honest man

[@DonDon45-i5h]

why he calls this indon man an immigrant while he calls white westerners as expats??

[@usbglitch]

as an indonesian who used to live in singapore for nearly a decade i can definitely relate to most points. the stigma where indonesian dont greet each other when abroad is so true. older generation would definitely do it, but not the youngsters today.

[@jefri4176]

Agree. True. I love in SG 14 years before 😅

[@carkawalakhatulistiwa]

Orang Indonesia yang meninggalkan negara penghianat semua sih . Tidak nasionalis

[@carkawalakhatulistiwa]

Orang Indonesia yang meninggalkan negara penghianat semua sih . Tidak nasionalis

[@SungGamerzSungGamerz]

Younger generation in Singapore is also not greet to each others

[@HA-tv7xl]

This man has been living in Singapore for 30 years. A lot has changed in Indonesia since then. Moreover, he has applied for Singaporean citizenship twice, rejected. Essentially, he has 'converted,' and there’s no longer any 'Indonesia' in his heart. Clearly he is no longer Indonesian. It’s simply unfair to ask him about Indonesia and expect him to criticize it saying all bad things about Indonesia.

[@shamman781]

Everything he says is very relatable and makes a lot of sense

[@hplgg6447]

That not interview, but motivation in life, that man was fire 😊😎🙏

[@aguseffendy1229]

amazing person,100% true. As an engineer I keep telling mykids I build these big projects for them and ppl who need them. I have seen many people become engineer just for the money and the failures they have left, success is about the legacy indeed. hope your kids will learn and grow as good person like you both😊

[@mariomaurer8219]

Great interview! 💪

[@takanna]

awesome interview awesome pace and vibe. this man talks with such clarity, no fluff or nonsense. also LOL at the major shade he threw indomie for hairloss. 😂😂😂

[@_FNQ]

Fantastic interview Max!

[@kellyedison5639]

This is a long talk but I listened from the start to end & I really learned a lot . Thanks a lot for this 🙏

[@FeryTaula]

The grass is always greener on the other side. Love Indonesia

[@andrewirawan4215]

He is already on the other side

[@edzen6122]

lol

[@Jhonhero007]

He was already singaporean

[@Jhonhero007]

Don’t know anything updated indonesia. He is not indonesian. He doesn’t deserve talk as Indonesian

[@adolffranz9502]

Indonesia is still have a long way to go to catch up, could be 50 more years While singapore still can survive till thailand finished thr Kra canal 2039 Can u imagine having a legal bussiness in Singapore that can support u and your family? It's not greener, it's heaven for quite moment u know...plus u can still go back to Indonesia when Indonesia is ready for u 😂

[@paulchuah1624]

The best interview ever ❤❤❤

[@MaxChernov]

🙏

[@zrad4995]

that is one heck of a motivational story!!

[@Neednoy]

At one point this is not an interview but an exchange of thought and experience.Love it.

[@31330496RachelYang]

Thank you for the inspiration ❤

[@Klau92]

As an Indonesian, Edy resonates so much to me. Being in the same industry with him we share the same highs and lows, the beliefs and the principals we face every single day. Hopefuly I can be as successful person as Edy 😊

[@sherwinh1661]

singapore welcomes you! great man

[@irenecheng7335]

One of the best interviews n stories .

[@coastalmoonie7654]

I luv their food…one of my favourite comfort food..such an honour to watch an interview w the man behind the food!! Tks Max for making this happen! 👍😊

[@francisloh6110]

This guy Edy is right on the dot on so many things , on staff , on mindsets on meeting fellow countryman overseas . He is amazing - no wonder he is so successful.

[@paulinlim5465]

Pls give this man n his family Sg citizenship. He's an honest biz man.

[@rodneychia2367]

Why? He already admitted he didn't want to retire here and clearly just wants the benefits of the citizenship like every other foreigner using singapore as a stepping stone

[@AoneVersi-g6l]

HE give up cause singapore govt cancel 2 times their permmit 😁, is diffrence when you indonesia chinese 16.000/year people become singaporean 🤣

[@marcslacker3713]

Eddy is awesome..Such a joy listening to him.

[@riccino27]

well said brother, is only other people's success then you are successful

[@oskar.01]

Bless You for That Interview !

[@callmemineee]

Moving to Singapore is my dream. Hope can be there soon🥹

[@ALESSIA20121]

Mine too 😢I just don’t know where to start

[@alanwong3937]

There is so much wisdom shared by this gentleman.

[@ricosubekti1450]

Bahkan orang Indonesia semua setuju pemerintahan kami sangat buruk. terlalu kaya sumber daya membuat mereka tamak. sedangkan Singapore adalah negeri yang awalnya hanya bergantung kepada pelabuhan. mau tidak mau mereka harus berjuang dan bangkit untuk menjadi seorang kaya.

[@AsmahHarun-l1m]

Semoga dengan Prabowo , Indonesia boleh berubah. Hapus korupsi nya dulu itu yg utama.

[@deckaextendo]

​@@AsmahHarun-l1m tbh, idk, i'm not really sure about that since the process of him becoming the president he is right now is considerably corrupt. Idk if you would consider modifying constitutional rules for your own personal gain is fine but me personally, I don't.

[@penguin6700]

My supervisor raised her voice and glared at me to reprimand me twice in the open staffroom in half a year. I still have to bear with it and go to work. It doesn't happen often but I can only try to avoid angering these superiors. Why do I put up with it? I need the income for my family. I think F&B industry and other industries are different. People in the F&B and retail industry have many choices so manpower problems are more I guess. Anyway, I feel so happy for Eddy. He worked so hard to achieve what he has. And I love Indonesian food!

[@cs-yf9uj]

I rarely leave comments when watching a KZbin video, but this video is really amazing. Eddy is very intelligent and wise as well. Great respect 👏🏻

[@Rixynator]

Ngl this is one of the best interviews.

[@stargazeronesixseven]

This is one very useful Life Advice by someone that being thrown into the gauntlet of fire in real life & emerged stronger & more experienced in order to benefit his families & societies better! Thank You So Much good brother Edy & Max for the opportunity to learn from others' real life experiences to navigate our own life wiser & be less stressful when doing them with our more realistic expectations & appreciation! 🙏

[@saifulbahar4756]

Very good experience sharing... very open... reality of life...

[@MichaelTanri]

This interview was awesome!

[@asuranrocks]

great guy, great interview

[@ekajayaputra2612]

I'm from Indonesia. I watch this video to improve my English skill. But this video give me more than my expectation. It give me life learning especially business, live motivation, and the way to see a happiness. Thank you Max & Edy for this video.

[@AsmahHarun-l1m]

I like this interview. Honest man, from zero climb to the top. What he had shared are mostly correct and relevant. If we only think of making money , we are not honest with what we are doing. We call it money face.!! Max .. have you tried eating in his restaurant. I think I have.

[@rudrabows]

Very inspiring, thanks max and Pak for sharing.❤

[@TesTes-ks8jr]

Hi Edi, i miss you😊. Saya kenal Eddie sejak dia buka ayam penyet di Lucky Plaza awal tahun 2000an. Sukses terus biznya, Bro. Mudah2an segera dpt IC warna pink nya, aamiin

[@firdaus125]

If he was Chinese Indonesian he would've gotten his SG citizenship 2 decades ago.

[@tokitoyotokitoyo]

Racist ketuanan cina xinjiapork

[@lorranlxcrrer1158]

hahaha probably true

[@tokitoyotokitoyo]

@@firdaus125 yes. To maintain their majority status as the chinese having the lowest fertility since independence.

[@sob80sup81]

Actually he is Indonesian Chinese, his surname tells it.

[@daphneteo9206]

I have a friend who is china chinese however still can't get PR status after trying for so long

[@LIEWKAHSHENMoe]

Singapore is the best country to live in. The country is very safe and the government is very caring.

[@JacksonWong-pw4zq]

go check top ten highest paid leaders in the world , no wonder cost of livig is so damn expensive

[@TheOperator-r6l]

Does not apply to many. Lot of us r staying overseas for most of the time. For me, thailand is the best choice if you are skilled in remote based work. Sg is not a home but a business center. But if u think sg is good for u, then good for u!!!!

[@Jimmyni-kk4em]

Nah its crap. Go literally any other country u can feel singapore is very bad

[@Jimmyni-kk4em]

​@@TheOperator-r6lThailand is a great place to live.

[@AlgoNudger]

No thanks. I dont like *Orwellian* 😊

[@ungu007]

I was at downtown east and i saw checking his new open store and checking the staff etc. Can see that he is quite positive and has passion in his business.

[@riefkyprabowo]

as Indonesian, i learn a lot from this Bapak-Bapak. Thx, Max.

[@mannnnnnn8]

true git... respect Bapak Edy

[@widyawatip2134]

brutal honesty is better than sweet lies. because its the bitterness of medicine that can cure you. 🌻👍

[@Kara-iu4mb]

@@widyawatip2134 nah he is daydreaming for 30 years in SG

[@shanicestella2226]

​@@Kara-iu4mb Typical Indonesian attitude that crazy obsession with praise , just for the sake to fattening overproud ego

[@HA-tv7xl]

This man has been living in Singapore for 30 years. A lot has changed in Indonesia since then. Moreover, he has applied for Singaporean citizenship twice, rejected. Essentially, he has 'converted,' and there’s no longer any 'Indonesia' in his heart. Clearly he is no longer Indonesian. It’s simply unfair to ask him about Indonesia and expect him to criticize it saying all bad things about Indonesia.

[@Kara-iu4mb]

Yes. Thats @max fault

[@Kara-iu4mb]

@c5x6xserx11z1uxse about what? Indonesia is not safe, the food is not hygienic, or the government? From a Chinese family who lives in Indonesia and is accepted as a citizen, can be rich because of Indonesian consumers, he is a very ungrateful person. If his ancestors did not go to Indonesia and make money in Indonesia, could he go to school in Singapore?

[@Kara-iu4mb]

@c5x6xserx11z1uxse about what? U mean about Indonesia is not safe, the food is not hygienic, or the government? From a Chinese family who lives in Indonesia and is accepted as a citizen, n he can be rich because of Indonesian food n indonesian consumers, he is a very ungrateful person. If his ancestors did not go to Indonesia and make money in Indonesia, could he go to school in Singapore?

[@lengho6294]

I like this Indonesian's comment about life n businesses

[@khoonhengchan7028]

Great story!

[@bruceweine830]

I only greet fellow Indonesian (who usually happy to be greeted) if I bumped into them in some place where it is unlikely to have Indonesians around like when I went to Galway in Ireland, Cordoba in Spain or Herculaneum in Italy, because people would not expect to meet many Indonesians there so they are more appreciative. You wont experience the same response from greeting fellow Indonesian in KL or Singapore

[@jenniferlow7273]

Such an awesome guy! God will bless you richly 🙏 D'penyetz is yummy, chilli is super 👍😋

[@bridgetchrista]

Very captivating Interview...even I am in healthcare profession, I have gained so much insights from this interview. Thank you for sharing...🙏🏿❤️

[@pelim1036]

What a level-headed man.💪

[@liveinfourseasons]

Wow, good to know and I thought Singapore it’s arrogant but I’m so happy to hear Indonesian people doing well in Singapore and yes! Singapore seems very safe place and solute to Bapak, insya’allah I hope I can come to your restaurant one day if I’m passing by to my home in BINTAN island. Like this video, keep up the good job ya Bapak dan keep healthy and family too 😊

[@CeciliaLim-sq5fj]

Singapore......feel so blessed and thankful ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@hollygibson1801]

Love this man, this is exactly the type of people you should interview not the Toronto born person you had on recently

[@MaxChernov]

How about diversity?

[@RejaDalimunthe]

Ade gw masih umur 27 tahun udah jd CEO di Singapura n Malaysia...kagak mau balik Ind*n3si4 n pusing, klo perusahaan Ind* beli barang harga 1 miliar aja ke perusahaan dia, udah banyak mintanya, minta jatah, komplen tiap detik dll..padahal negara lain klo beli produknya ampe 30 miliar..kagak banyak bacot.. kita emang begitu ya??? Ga punya manner banget oknum2 yg masa kecilnya kurang settled, biasanya yg ribet staf Ind*n3sianya yg masa kecilnya suram dan kurang uang..

[@admin8784]

Perusahaan jual apa bang?

[@mariaannainditahernawati7132]

yg terlihat byk bacot biasanya hanya disuruh pak boss besar yg minta apalagi jika melihat alat yg dibeli tdk spt ekspektasi saya pernah diposisi spt itu jadilah saya kayak dipingpong

[@missing22]

I can totally relate to this guy. Got cheated 3 x. Did everything on my own. Entrepreneur is a lonely journey. But I’m glad I stick thru it. Money did not change people like us. Money just change the people around us and how they treat us.

[@noditify]

Wow i couldn't agree more with him about his thoughts on lending other people money. I have the same exact thoughts too. Wishing him a blessed success no matter where he goes!

[@adibanikii]

I agree with Edy's perspective of the F&B industry in this current era. Too many young blood demanding more than what they can deliver. During our time, we can just go in the kitchen to learn to the best of our abilities so that we can come out and be better/stronger one day.

[@hollygibson1801]

Did we ever find out what his restaurant chain is called? Alsoi I agree about bacteria but if his friend was hospitilized that isn't just low level bacteria from playing in the garden. Food safety standards and washroom standards (washing hands properly) cannot be understated

[@MaxChernov]

Check out the description under the video

[@edyongkowijaya372]

D'PENYETZ :)

[@overgrey]

as Indonesian, I approve this

[@tonyquek6157]

My domestic worker went back to Indonesia for a break n her bag was stolen with her passport inside. Told her to report to the police n renew her passport but she was told by the immigration officer if she didn’t want a temporary passport then she has to passed him 2 million rupiah, if not he will only issue her a temporary passport on the eve of her departure. When she decided to renew her passport the immigration officer increased from 2 million to 2.5 million rupiah. 😠

[@dore3faso6sido]

Stolen in Singapore airport ? If stolen in Indonesia just renew passport, is easy.

[@Bethany_Wongso]

@dore Not as easy as you say. First, you’ll never get the appointment slot online, and you can’t make the booking via any immigration offices. Your only option is to engage an agent that will charge you around 2 million for non e-passport, while the actual price for non e-passport is 350k 🙄

[@ivyl3863]

Of course in Indo 😅​@@dore3faso6sido

[@dore3faso6sido]

@@Bethany_Wongso Agent ? It's easy just go to immigration office by your self. 1. Renew non electronic passport cost 350k for 2- 6 days process 2. Lost passport cost - fines 1 million - same day process 1 million Btw Losing a passport is a sign that someone is in trouble. The passport is usually in a small bag that is always carried with you so it cannot be stolen. The investigation into the matter reached data from Interpol, local police and others.

[@Bethany_Wongso]

@dore you can’t even get anything done at the immigration office without a prior online booking confirmation. This was the case for my family members, who were turned away despite explaining that no appointment slots were available on the system. To make matters worse, losing a passport is not treated as an urgent issue requiring assistance but is instead viewed as negligence on your part.

[@tiffanyyeoh5793]

very inspiring entrepreneur.

[@kuljeetpalsingh1302]

inspiring, good work max

[@apartparis]

Brave & hard work if Indonesian young business undertaker. Happy for him . Good choice for interview to take ordinary migrants who made it in Asia.

[@Kara-iu4mb]

He is not indonesian anymore. Lol

[@KettyD-t8m]

I think Indonesia its not that bad, many singaporean and american or ueropean retired in Indonesia. But people have different opinion, as Indonesian, i have been travel to southeast asian countries including singapore, and i still love INdonesia.

[@Kara-iu4mb]

He is chinese. He feels relate more to china or singapore. Maybe. Lol

[@maliq-perbawa]

and scared for diarrhea from indonesia hotel haha bullshit never heard of this. he bad mouthing indonesia while getting money selling indonesia food. bruhh

[@SabdoBagusIngAti]

Eddy is old gen , he did not updated the new wave that many foreigners wantvto retired in,imho😂😂😂

[@jacklim5973]

Pak Eddy Power!

[@AnDi-w6r]

Singapore only has 5 million population, while Jakarta has 10 to 30 million....so migration in Jakarta are more More than Singapore so yea it's about competition and more population more competition.....me i migrated from north maluccan to west papua Indonesia and it's not bad here,,, i dont know when we migrated to another country or region we will become successful compared to our homeland

[@MaxChernov]

The nature in West Papua is probably amazing?

[@AnDi-w6r]

@MaxChernov yup it's quite amazing here, bt it's just not as developed as Jakarta, Medan, Bali or Surabaya in terms of buildings, malls or things lk that, bt still it's pretty good here, we make good money, we live in quite good comfortable house and it's going great....... actually it's like you live in a small city, I've been living here since 2016, migrating from North maluccan my hometown.......we r very close to Raja ampat if you know the place,, btw i recommend you to go to jakarta and explore PIK2, it's very2 developed now you will probably like it and maybe you can interview some ppl there also....... Jakarta is now very2 developed and gonna be more2 beautiful again in the future,,,thx

[@mabelhertslet1523]

Edy is amazing. Indonesians always do well as they are very hardworking. Even in Malaysia they can make a small fortune by the time they return to Indonesia.

[@paulinlim5465]

Pls give this man & his family Sg citizenships. He's an honest biz man.

[@zulfiabdillah5466]

Apakah Singapura boleh memberi dua kewarganegaraan ganda

[@bagus853]

As someone with an Indonesian-Dutch background who grew up in Bali and now lives abroad, I’ve observed that it’s not uncommon for Indonesians to avoid greeting each other when meeting overseas. While this doesn’t apply to everyone, several factors might explain this behavior. Culturally, greeting strangers isn’t a widespread practice in Indonesia, and this habit may carry over abroad. Some Indonesians may feel uncomfortable or awkward initiating interaction, while others are focused on personal goals and less attentive to their surroundings. Fear of rejection or the perception of being intrusive might also play a role. Additionally, the sense of community, like the “kampung” spirit in Indonesia, may not be as strong overseas, and some may adapt to local norms where greeting strangers isn’t customary. Regardless, these tendencies vary widely, and understanding individual differences is key. Sometimes, a simple hello can go a long way in bridging these gaps.

[@JymSim]

It's not how deep you fall. what matters most, is how high you rebound!

[@solarups4083]

Hope any ICA officer seen this video, please grant the citizenship!!!!! We want positive mindset people like him.

[@mferyfirdaus]

Pemerintah indonesia harus melihat ini, segala urusan memang serba sulit dan rakyat dipaksa membiasakan diri.

[@Okashime]

betul

[@amyooi884]

Singapore good government ❤ Thank you so much for sharing. Was right..🎉

[@francisloh6110]

one of the many opinions and experience he shared is so true- do not overthink, just go ahead and do it. Start simple and small, just start a small affordable Indonesian restaurant . In other words do not over-plan. Just do it like Nike always say!

[@leeek4265]

Interesting views from this Indonesian resident here. 😊

[@teruterubozu45]

I’m one of those people who don’t greet fellow Indonesians abroad. I just do it instinctively. I question myself too. But the more I think about it, it’s not that I don’t want to greet them, I want to talk to them, but it’s the fear of rejection 😢