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Malaysia

Malaysia

Region

Asia • South-Eastern Asia

Capital

Kuala Lumpur

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The flag of Malaysia is composed of fourteen equal horizontal bands of red alternating with white. A blue rectangle, bearing a fly-side facing yellow crescent and a fourteen-pointed yellow star placed just outside the crescent opening, is superimposed in the canton.

The flag of Malaysia is composed of fourteen equal horizontal bands of red alternating with white. A blue rectangle, bearing a fly-side facing yellow crescent and a fourteen-pointed yellow star placed just outside the crescent opening, is superimposed in the canton.

Population
32,365,998
Area
330,803 km²
Time Zone
UTC+08:00
Top-Level Domain
.my

About Malaysia

Malaysia is a country located in Asia, specifically in the South-Eastern Asia region. Its capital city is Kuala Lumpur. With a population of 32,365,998, it ranks among the moderately populated countries in terms of population.

The country covers a total area of 330,803 km², making it a medium-sized country in terms of land area. With a population density of 97.84 people per square kilometer, it is sparsely populated.

The official languages of Malaysia include English and Malay.

The currency used in Malaysia is the Malaysian ringgit (RM), .

Malaysia is a member of the United Nations.

In Malaysia, vehicles drive on the left side of the road.

The country operates in the UTC+08:00 time zone.

Malaysia shares its borders with 3 countries: Brunei, Indonesia and Thailand.

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Coat of Arms

Coat of Arms of Malaysia

Quick Facts

  • Capital: Kuala Lumpur
  • Continent: Asia
  • Native Name: Malaysia
  • Demonym: Malaysian
  • Top Level Domain: .my
  • Calling Code: +60
  • Independence: Independent country
  • Start of Week: Sunday

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