SEPTEMBER 30 — When we talk about Malaysian culture, the first thing that pops into our minds is “Budi Bahasa Budaya Kita”.

Courtesy can be pretty much related to the slogan. However, the practices of Malaysians have become the irony.

Have we ever wondered that the catastrophe in our country is rooted by budi bahasa that is lacking? In my point of view, the act of practicing the slogan by every single one of us regardless our races or status would be the best remedy.

Things would be so much different if we, dear Malaysians, go back to our cultural root and apply “Budi Bahasa Budaya Kita” as the basis of our living.

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Economic turbulence wouldn’t have happened if we apply a system that in accordance with business guidelines.

There wouldn’t be any racial issues if there were respect among the races.

There is no such thing as filthy politics if both leaders and followers are mindful of their words and tolerate with collision of preferences.

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Something so simple could make a huge impact.

Now that everything is in chaotic state, I guess common courtesy is not that common after all.

* This is the personal opinion of the writer and does not necessarily represent the views of Malay Mail Online.