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How a Malaysian coffee shop menu became latest political battleground

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A Malaysian Chinese-owned coffee shop chain, Oriental Kopi, is facing calls for a boycott following the omission of Malay language text from its menu. The controversy centers on the use of language in commercial settings, sparking broader public debates regarding race and national identity within the country.

Political parties have utilized the incident to appeal to the ethnic Malay majority ahead of the upcoming general election. The situation highlights the ongoing sensitivity surrounding cultural representation and linguistic standards in Malaysia’s multi-ethnic society.

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