About Syafique Shuib
Syafique Shuib was born in Ottawa, raised in Rabat, Medan and Guangzhou. He is currently a writer based in Kuala Lumpur. He blogs on current issues, personal development and lifestyle at syafiqueshuib.com. He wants people to know more about Malaysia and Malaysians.
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October 21st, 2009
Malaysia: State government introduces ‘1Toilet' policy
Borrowing the branding of 1Malaysia, the state government of Terengganu recently introduces the ‘1Toilet' policy as a move for both teachers and students to share toilets to promote a sense of oneness. There were mixed reactions from the blogosphere regarding this topic
June 1st, 2009
Malaysia: Reshuffling in the education system
The government recently announced a reshuffling in the education system by requiring students sitting for the SPM examinations (Malaysian Certificate of Education) to take a maximum of ten subjects from 2010 onwards. Are Malaysian students ready for the change?
May 26th, 2009
Malaysia: Yuna Changes the Face of Indie Music
In recent years more and more independent musicians are gaining popularity thanks to social networking websites such as YouTube and MySpace. Meet Yuna from Malaysia. She is the talk of the local blogosphere for not only producing great music but also her wholesome image. She causes a stir, in a positive way, in the indie music scene for wearing the tudung, a scarf worn around the head by women in Malaysia.
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