Not to mention Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia is indeed a country with a very high cost-performance ratio for living and working. Chinese is almost widely spoken in Malaysia, and both Kuala Lumpur and Penang have a large number of Chinese families raising children for education. In terms of international schools, I personally believe that the quality in Malaysia is higher than in Thailand and Vietnam.

Regarding cost of living, let me put it this way: many Singaporeans drive or take public transport to Johor Bahru every week to eat, and during the New Year, many Singapore friends choose to celebrate in Johor Bahru. Many house purchases in Johor Bahru are made by Singaporeans, and the relationship between Johor Bahru and Singapore feels like that between Kunshan and Shanghai, or Yanqiao and Beijing.

Last year, I recommended many friends around me to go to Vietnam. Of course, now in entrepreneurship (specifically in the cryptocurrency field), I still think Vietnam is better, but for living, Malaysia's cost-performance ratio is very high. Those with sufficient funds can live in Kuala Lumpur, those wanting to save can live in Penang, and those who frequently travel to Singapore can stay in Johor Bahru. For those wanting to live by the sea, they can go to Malacca.

You need not worry about food and fruits in Southeast Asia; both Malaysia and Singapore have a large Chinese population, numerous Chinese restaurants, and plenty of barbecue. Walking in the main cities of Malaysia, it doesn't feel much different from being within China. The cost of cars in Malaysia is very cheap, fuel is inexpensive, taking a taxi is affordable, housing is low-cost, and labor is also inexpensive.

Malaysian durian is particularly noteworthy; if you are a durian enthusiast, you can go directly to the mountains to pick them. The durians sold on the mountains are of excellent taste and freshness. It's safe to say that 90% of what can be found in China can also be found in Malaysia, and the prices are reasonable. Malaysia also has its unique Nyonya cuisine, and there are many Indian and Pakistani friends in Malaysia, making Indian food quite common, especially among those seen sitting on the ground eating, who are mostly Pakistani workers.

In terms of medical care, Malaysia is also quite good. If you have complete insurance, you can go directly to international hospitals or private hospitals. The cost for medical examinations is very low, and many Singaporeans go to Malaysia specifically for check-ups.

I did some calculations myself; for a family of three, a monthly budget of $6,000 can allow for a decent life in Kuala Lumpur, living in an apartment in KLCC, hiring a maid, and sending children to school without any issues. If you want to save a bit, $4,000 can suffice without living in the city center or hiring a maid.

If living in Penang, the costs can be even lower; $3,000 can cover a normal lifestyle. However, I have heard that prices in Johor Bahru can be even higher than in Kuala Lumpur. The cost-performance ratio in Malaysia is indeed quite good.

Of course, Malaysia has some problems as well; it is not an immigrant country, and obtaining citizenship in Malaysia is very difficult. The Second Home program also has time restrictions, and the rules are frequently modified, which can even affect previous applicants. Additionally, the security in Malaysia is relatively poor, so it is best to avoid going out late at night. Religious awareness in Malaysia is strong, and care should be taken to avoid taboos; aside from that, there isn't much else to mention.

However, the flaws do not overshadow the merits. For those considering living in Southeast Asia, Malaysia is indeed a place with a very high cost-performance ratio, especially for those who are not proficient in English, as you hardly feel the language barrier in Malaysia. I believe this is something that Thailand and Vietnam cannot compare to.

I won't say much about Singapore, but Malaysia is indeed a good choice. Many friends used to spend winters in Sanya; if you have the opportunity, consider spending winters in Malaysia as well; the price difference isn't significant, and the comfort of living will be improved somewhat.

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