What cultures and ethnicities are represented in Malaysia today?
True to the principles of ramuan, Malaysia is home to a mix of people, including more than 60 ethnic indigenous groups and the wider group of Malays. Today, the countrys ethnic composition is: 54% Malay, 25% Chinese, 7.5% Indian, 11.8% other Bumiputera (indigenous peoples), and 1.7% other. The countrys customs and traditions reflect its rich Pan-Asian influences.
