Status of Malay Language in Federal Institutions
📌 The Malay language is enshrined as the national language under Article 152 of the Federal Constitution.
🗣️ The difference between an official language (used in formal business) and the national language is crucial; the national language is the supreme language encompassing all other facets (political, economic, cultural, scientific, technological, and unity).
🌍 Historically, Malay was one of only three languages (alongside Latin and Sanskrit) that served as a lingua franca over the last two millennia.

Malay Language vs. Historical Lingua Francas
🚫 Unlike Latin and Sanskrit, which became stagnant and declined (Sanskrit now mainly used in temples), the Malay language has continued to develop.
💡 Malay's growth stems from its ability to borrow foreign terminology over time, ensuring it remains relevant to modern developments.
📈 Malay remains the national language of Malaysia, Brunei, Singapore, and Indonesia, establishing it as one of the top seven international languages globally.

Malay Language as a Tool for Unity
🤝 The national language serves as the primary communication tool to unite all citizens, fostering a sense of national identity.
👤 Once designated the national language, Malay ceases to belong solely to the Malay ethnic group; it becomes the property and national language of all citizens (including Chinese and Indian communities).

Key Points & Insights
➡️ Recognize that the national language is the highest language status in the country, functioning as the language of unity ($\text{bahasa perpaduan}$).
➡️ The ability of Malay to assimilate foreign terms is why it has survived and thrived as a modern language, unlike Latin or Sanskrit.
➡️ Plan actively; the speaker quotes, "If you fail to plan, you are actually planning to fail" ($\text{Jika kamu gagal merancang, kamu sebenarnya merancang untuk gagal}$).
➡️ Master foreign languages while ensuring proficiency in the national language, as failure to plan for this dual mastery leads to negative outcomes.

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