[VIDEO] ‘Mereka lagi ‘Melayu’ daripada kita’

A viral TikTok video showcases foreign university lecturers fluently speaking Malay. The lecturers, from Japan, China, and Thailand, teach Malay language and linguistics at their respective universities. The video highlights the comprehensive curriculum, including grammar, reading, speaking, listening, and Jawi script. Many students who study Malay pursue careers in government, embassies, or companies operating in Malaysia or Indonesia. The video has garnered significant attention and praise from Malaysians, some expressing admiration and even a touch of self-reflection on their own language proficiency.