I am a Malaysian and never have any issue with Americans generally. It's the American foreign policies that make Americans look bad.

Malaysian here. I think we are mature enough to distinguish American and America. As long as you're respectful and understand Asian culture, you will be perceived as a such.

Singapore isn't all of South East Asia. One client isn't all clients. Move along

Correction for yr video. No we don't hate u the foreigner. We just don't like your leader, especially yr politicians..a bunch of hypocrite 😊

I'm retired and living out the remainder of my life here in the boonies of Thailand. I don't care about what native people think of my nor do I care about what expats think of me. Being an introvert has advantages. As long as people leave me alone, I remain happy. I hate cities, traffic, fancy hotels and restaurants. If I am expected to dress up to go somewhere, I don't go. I'm not wealthy by any means but I am comfortable and don't have to live on a budget.

I'm an expat with multiple citizenships and have lived in different countries for over 25 years. I also happen to be a Cultural Anthropologist. For centuries, the "issue of foreigners" as been a sensitive one. It's extremely important when moving to a new country, to respect local traditions, be kind and do what you can to integrate well. If foreigners are perceived as 'stealing jobs' from local people, driving up the cost of property and living for locals, and are being disrespectful of local people and culture - that is a powder keg of problems awaiting to explode. "Bad behaviour" is never welcomed. I also think that expat communities are really dangerous. When you cut yourself off in some rarefied world, misunderstanding and mistrust build. Embrace living in a new country beyond 'great weather and a cheap cost of living.' It's not always easy, but make an effort to learn a new language, live in places where you get to meet and make friends with locals. Honestly, if we learned to be good neighbors to everyone, we will have accomplished world peace. Thanks for bringing up this issue though. After Sweden I hope to move to Malaysia (and Japan), and I've been wondering when the tipping point of crappy American or otherwise 'disrespectful rich tourist' behaviour (American is one of my citizenships) would become a problem in the region.

I have a Malaysian wife and Malaysian children. After living in Malaysia over 14 years, I was never given any Malaysian PR (applied 8 years ago). Even the Spouse Visa has been becoming more and more difficult to renew (they keep adding documents to the list) and reduced duration of each visa from 5 years to 1-2 years now. So we left to Singapore as we have business in Singapore. Lived in Singapore for 3 years and our PR application got rejected too. We heard many of our Asian friends PR application has been rejected recently too. So, you are absolutely correct about settling down in SEA. But locals (Malaysians & Singaporeans) are very friendly and our group of friends including me felt no issue at all. I don't agree with this part of your statement.

I'm an American Expat. in Indonesia. Indonesian people treat foreigners very well. They like Americans and Canadians. Alhamdulillah, they treat me like a rockstar everywhere I go. If only Americans treated people the same way.

I don't have any information to confirm nor deny you claims about SE Asia. In the last 14 years I have lived in Latin America, SE Asia and Oceana. I got news for you, Latin Americans don't like foreigners either, unless they can make money off of you. I don't claim to be an expert but having lived with Colombianas, owned a business etc. in Latin America I just tell you that it's not because you are an American or a German or that for the most part; it's because they perceive right or wrong that you are rich and have more than them. 'Celosa' is the Spanish word for jealousy and it's rampant in Latin culture. Some countries like Colombia it is the root of danger often over time or can be instant. You just don't understand Latinos if you ignore this fact. Yes it is possible to own land in about 1/3 of Latin American countries with pretty good property rights. The rest of them? NO, don't buy land in those countries that don't offer equal rights to all owners foreign and domestic, that is the only thing to look for. I don't know of really any country in SE Asia that has any or strong property rights in land ownership. I am not talking about condos. All I wan to get across is that most nationals of most countries absolutely do not really like having you in their country not even Costa Rica. They do want your money, always. People will say I am wrong and that's fine. I've had may say and I've owned land and business in Colombia for instance. I had no legal problems, I just had problems with the attitudes of the Colombianos. I do want to experience El Salvador as not been there yet.

I don’t care about owning land. I come to learn and enjoy a peaceful life.

Immigrants from India are flooding into Canada at record numbers. there’s no mistake. They are heavily involved in the gang wars. We currently have going on here, as well as basically taking all the level entry jobs away from the youth of the area. There is a massive housing shortage and skyrocketing rents also linked they’re involved in numerous accidents as they are completely unskilled at that particular job. Hoping the conservative government gets elected in Canada, is the only way to curb this current Crisis

Over a 15 year period I have spent years of my life in Asia (mostly India) and South-East Asia (mostly Thailand) with long visits up to 8 months at a time, and I love it there. But the way they reacted during Covid and the level of government control in places like Thailand has made me very aware that in these times of growing totalitarianism (in the West, but really everywhere) that is not the place I want to be. We left Spain, which had a horrific lockdown with police in the streets checking that people were staying at home (and much more) and moved to Mexico. Asians have a strong collectivist culture and are not necessarily the kind of people that will stand up to tyranny. You only have to look at the social credit system and face recognition in China to see how bad this can get. Mexicans culture is very different in that sense. Much more awareness of how important freedom is.

In the Philippines there are 2 ways to become citizen. 1. Marry a filipino/filipina and much easy to file for citizenship. 2. When you are already staying long, you can file for citizenship through legislative options though a long process.

I just came back from multiple calendar months in SE Asia and this seems like a bit of an exaggeration lol .. I was treated great as a foreigner it’s all about how you operate as an individual .. There’s things to work around depending on where you go but it’s not impossible .. Maybe it’s a good thing people are sleeping on Asia .. Just found the channel and it’s definitely solid overall

South East asia is bang on by not selling land to foreigners. Has caused rampant property inflation in the West and that's one of the main reasons for living in S.E.A. A hotel room in Thailand can cost the same as what it did 17 years ago.

I think we can distinguish between US foreign policy and Americans per se. We are really quite compassionate and well informed and its not in our nature to be rude to foreigners. Welcome all , but yes our laws /path to residency is complicated.

Yes asia is not the same anymore, it’s not a ‘free to do anything without repercussions for western people’ as it was in the past. Good foreigners are treated well (as in any other countries), and bad foreigners are looked down upon.

Singapore: Prior to 2010, there were approx 24,000 PRs per year available... After that, it was cut in half or less available. Then, they are divided into allocations, based on your origins.. I have an EP, but I applied for my PR and I was rejected 3 times, so I gave up, and still an EP.. I suspect that the remaining PRs are reserved for the "desirable foreign investors...

I can see your point of view. As an American I still prefer investing in property in America. I have permanent residency in Mexico and the Philippines. Right now I don’t want to buy property in either country. I know that May change. Also gotta realize if Americans could easily buy property in SE Asia the prices would be very much inflated….

I have lived in a few different countries and it's true to say that different individuals who move to the same country will have different experiences and perceptions. I'm from the UK and was thinking about moving to the Philippines but I won't be doing that now because I can only own a condo. I also found the bureaucratic red-tape in the Philippines to be crazy. The scale and depth of poverty there was also depressing for me - especially considering how wealthy the bureaucrats are. That being said, most Filipinos are friendly and welcoming. I would still like to go back to the Philippines for a holiday and I would like to checkout 'Bitcoin Island', Boracay.

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The biggest problem is real estate speculation when foreigners buy property like in the USA the locals suffer Miami San Francisco and many other cities other countries are just trying to protect their local population weather Mexico or Thailand ects . Property rights aren't always guaranteed anything can happen anywhere just ask people who fled after their property was siezed.

You mentioned only Singapore & Malaysia but they are not the only ASEAN members. There are still 8 nations more in ASEAN.

No one can deny south east asia has economic power now. China and usa are putting industries there. 600 over million people.

I´m French and lived in SEA for 15 years before moving to South America where I reside now for 17 years. Loved my time in SEA, but I´ll die in South America as I feel like home here!

Thanks God i have already Malaysia permanent residents and I have too Indonesia permanent resident ,, hopefully people learning one country is never will be enough in this time of the world .

If you live in a foreign country, you need to be fluent in the local language to feel the connection. As a Khmer Canadian from Quebec, I'm fluent in English, French and Khmer. There are Americans or Canadians who are so fluent in Khmer that the locals treat them like one of their own.

I see a lot of good Americans but a lot of times you see the very few bad actors that ruin it for the rest. That is why I try to be respectful when I travel. Good thing I am Asian 😂😂😂😂

Living in any part of the world comes with its own unique set of advantages and disadvantages. We are sure to encounter the good, the bad, and the ugly aspects of a place. The key factor is whether the chosen location aligns with our preferences; that is what truly matters. No one should impose their choice of residence on us. If we find ourselves dissatisfied with a place, we have the freedom to move on, knowing that someone else will take our place. Different regions cater to diverse individuals, each with their own unique tastes and preferences. Instead of complaining, it is more beneficial to adapt and embrace the local culture, gaining a deeper understanding to smoothly integrate into society. Perhaps the issue lies within us; only through open-mindedness can we uncover the root of the matter.

Everything is fine, life is good in harmony.

Not to worry as foreigners has option to fly back to their home country unless they've surrender their citizenship.

Is there a negative vibe re Aussies as well in Singapore and Malaysia? If anyone is feeling generous, what about Cambodia too? TIA

I love Malaysia as well as the variation and quality of food there must be the best in the world. I love the laksa soup.

I wouldn't settle in SE Asia if I was young. ..or anywhere in Asia for that matter 23 years here btw. I can't wait to get tf out

Are you in the right paradigm? I agree totally that Boomers need more security, as times ahead appear super risky. But exiting the financial markets for something less risky, like real property, seems vastly more relevant. Boomer money in stocks, or bank deposits, or even pensions, WILL NOT be protected by moving to Paraguay or anywhere else. Whereas if you have a house, bought and paid for, even in a Shit Storm Central location like California, you may still be okay. Yes, you have to raise enough cash for a carton of eggs every week, and pick some fruit from your garden, but life goes on. But If derivatives crash the market, or your deposits get bailed in, or inflation decimates your pension, no matter what country your car is parked in, you will be living in it...

What changed since 2020 about Canadians and Americans? (The perception in SE Asia)

Im Indonesia yes of course im happy

no thanks.. so far south east asia still the most stable and safe compare with other region.. and no war in the last 30 years in the region (except civil war in myanmar).. peace amongs neighbor..

Watch this video from Surabaya City Indonesia. I am from Kuching City Sarawak-East Malaysia.

My heart still in Indonesia, wish could retire there, but now Canada-Turkiye for earning❤

Greetings from me as Malaysian. No offence please sir. How old are you sir if I may ask. Been travelling around the world all your life? Been got along very well anywhere I presume. Wish could meet U in person. Thank you sir. Live well.....and long.

Costa Rica here. Very free expensive county.

The undeserved reputation will only get worse. But I think as long as you're around educated Asians with money you'll get benefit of the doubt. I think, though, that immigration will become more and more difficult. But I honestly don't know a better place to be than SEA.

Other wise don't come, go to where you are comfortable.

I do not know Malaysia,but I know good the Cambodia and Thailand that are Buddhist country and I never had un issue.I rather stay in those countries then many others in the west.

Brazil is the best place there is my man!

The demographic of immigrants into SE Asia has changed. More HNW individuals from East Asia e.g. China, Korea, Taiwan, Hong Kong and Japan will move to SE Asia. These individuals don’t mind to purchase properties because of they have deep pockets and properties in their own countries are very expensive. Also, Muslims HNW individuals from developed countries e.g. the UK, Canada, the US, Australia and Europe are also going into SE Asia in droves especially Malaysia. It is basically easy for them to practice Islam in Malaysia. For the west expats purchasing properties for long term and not getting PR are a big “No, No”. May see big exit for this group to other continent e.g. Central and South America.

What about to retire in combodia old man from USA. Just live another 10 years maximum

I moved back to America ( but i have a long term visa to Vietnam) reason i left 1) no social security 2) no disability benefits 3) i cant own land4) polluted air,water,food 5) visa laws change like crazy so you cant settle down ( im white this is my wifes account ) vietnam used to be so cool and the people where getting richer until the government starting working with china ( now vietnam is super xenophobic and they are getting poor no foreign investors) and vietnam lost all its charm ( i miss 2004-2017 vietnam) vietnam is shiattt now honestly

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1 - different people, different needs 2 - government is not the people

Equatorial zone is safe zone

Any foreighner can buy a house in Malaysia costing 250 k USD.

The truth/facts more people have moved to South East Asian than South American countries, due to higher techknowledge and advanced economy, cost of living, dynamic cities/rich natures, safer for foreigners and stable governments, culture richness and opportunities.

Traveling in Southeast Asia I have been impressed with how uncritically public opinion there adopts the propaganda of Russia and China with respect to events in Ukraine and Israel. Any idea why? It seems anomalous given that Southeast Asian nations are otherwise unfavorable to Russian and Chinese imperialism when it directly affects them.

Another banger of video, Gerald! Thank you for steering me clear of SE Asia as I had thought about teaching ESL there as a backup plan some day. Your Latin American videos have been very helpful. I liked that you had shared your harrowing experience with road rage while you were in Mexico. I look forward to more of your videos about Paraguay, Argentina, and anywhere else in South America you choose to pitch.

Honest question. Why would anyone want to "settle down" in a single place??

Singaporean buying houses in Johor 😅

Asia changed. But you probably changed more than you think.

As a white American, my American Japanese wife refused to go to South East Asia when I had a job offer.

In life its people use people to get the comforts of life... Come with good $$$ and tell me story😊

we will be fine wherever we are as long as we don't live in a country at war

You got to be kidding in the usa i way homless

It's been my experience that the locals in Indonesia and Malaysia have a negative opinion of Russian and Australians!!

Interesting, but I don't think you can generalize every countries in SE Asia the same. Each country has different policies, culture and value.

The reality is China is the dominant country in Asia and when the expected war erupts between China and America,whose side will the rest of Asia take? Even is America wins which is not assured they will go home and leave behind deep resentment as happened in Europe.

People know everything he’s talked about already going in to sea

Maybe you guys should be sure not to relocate on emotion. Angry at America (or a girlfriend) then in time you get homesick and come home.

Go to the Philippines, you will be happy here... 🎉🎉😂😂

As a Singapore citizen, I think most Singaporeans wouldn't want foreigners to naturalize as Singapore Citizens unless they have a child that would be liable for military service or contribute to the country significantly through financial means. Alot of foreigners have National Service as their biggest 'Worry' about getting Singapore Citizenship and try to look for ways to dodge it for themselves or their children, but doing this is exactly why most Singaporeans don't think fondly of them naturalizing. It's seen as trying to reap all the rewards of citizenship without any of the civic duty that comes with it.

Singapore is the most expensive city in Asia unlike Kuching in East Malaysia one of the high income state in Malaysia...i'm sure you know how is life in Sarawak.

For the 2 fool's here, it's impact South east Asia and Middle East and Africa sure more because it was always hot without Winters, so for sur people will move because it becomes not liveable

Asia has gotten too expensive, restricted and racist toward white American men. It's the polar opposite of when I lived there three decades ago.... in the 1990s and early 2000s places like Thailand was a literal paradise for Americans.... Nowadays not so much. Yes, the lifestyle is still better than most Western countries, but there's better deals elsewhere.

You are right and vice versa, the problem is the same with the other countries and regions. Protectionism, biased and racial sentiments reign all over the world at this moment in time.

This is ridiculous. Malaysia and Singapore are like trying to date women in America. Those are two very developed Asian countries and I would never waste my time and money in those two Asian countries as a single man.

Who runs the government really does matter, doesn’t it? Being American, Canadian, Australian, UK, New Zealander, etc. isn’t as attractive to the rest of the world over the last several years, is it?

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Except singapore and brunei most asian countries have weak currencies. Buying properties may depreciate. However singapore and johor have SEZ. Special economic zone. So singapore expands their industries on johor land(abundance). Similar to hong kong and shenzhen.

Hard working black people deal with this everywhere

Brown and black skin people are perceived as less in Europe. Doesn't stop them going there.

people dont like is american goverment , not about american people .

You mentioned the probability of war in your video and sadly it could be a reality judging from the disturbing behaviour of those warmongering politicians in the west. They need to realize that the rest of the world just wants to live in peace.

South America and South East Asia are totally different places, in term of culture, food, living standards, costs of living and safety...... War in South East Asia? not sure how you can predict this, why there is no possibility of war in South America.

Because your think in western world and don't respect te people

Only 40% American hv International Passport

Good boys stay home Bad boys go to Pattaya.hhhhhhh😂😂😂😂🎉 take care

U want to live best nation..go to nation rule by king

Buy a yacht and live on it, Thailand gives 10 years (incl extensions) without exit. But I like to exit to taxfree Langkawi (Malaysia) case beer $10 (dark 7%) diesel $1.5/gallon, floozy Thai girls $15 a night.......

Bai bai

Tourist ok,permanent residence no!

muslim?

if u think latin america will embrace u with open arms and consider that region compared to s.e. asia ..... lol think again!

i know this is just some random joke & casual topic but SEA except the foolish PH will not going to side US in case of a war against our country. other SEA countries are well-aware of history (colonial up to WW2) & what US is up to

I like (sarcasm implied) how you (erroneously) lump in Canadians with Americans, even though we are totally different countries. I would also like to add that the arrogant, offensive way Americans view the world is very different than how Canadians view the world. Unlike the USA, we have never invaded a nation (we did it to you and won but we were provoked because you attacked first), we have never conquered an independent nation (at least not alone) nor have we occupied an independent nation (e.g., Japan, Germany, Grenada, ... you get the picture). We also don't have military bases around the world, thereby insinuating to the host country of who actually is in control of their country. I get your point ... many foreigners can;t hear the difference in the accent as so we sound the same. (Americans, however, speak very nasally and mispronounce their "T's" and their "D's" tend to be silent, e.g., "Tonawanda, NY becomes "Tonawanna, NY"), But, as a Canadian, I can pick out a yank at 50 meters as soon as they say hello to me.. And if they're identifying themselves as a Canadian (because of their shame at being labelled an American abroad), I immediately pounce on that and start quizzing them on what all Canadians would know -- from provinces territories and their capitals, to names of NHL teams (ice hockey), hockey stars, geography, history, political parties, political leaders, etc. Anything and everything that is Canada. After I have my 5 minutes with them, they instantly start regretting that they identified as a Canadian. So far, all of them have given up in the end and admit that they are yanks, not Canucks. And here's a tip for all foreigners. Ask anyone identifying as a Canadian, "Who won the War of 1812 in North America?" All Canadians answer "We did" ... while all Yanks answer "It was a draw." And you have them right then and there. You see, Americans can't admit they have ever lost a war. To them, even Vietnam was a tie ... LOL! In the War of 1812, the US invaded Canada (British North America at the time), with the intent of conquering Canada. In the end, the British had massive amounts of land in Michigan and New England while the Yanks had virtually nothing. If you invade a country with the intent of taking it over and you fail in that mission then, by definition, you have lost. But Americans can't admit this. Yanks tend to live in this fantasy world where they're the best and they can never fail at anything ... yet, the War of 1812 proves that they have. Canadians, on the other hand, know that, like all nations, we are sometimes great at things but we also have our shortcomings. Yes, Canadians are proud of their heritage and history, but not as the Americans with theirs. Yanks tend to be more arrogant, offensive and off-putting like: "Ra! Ra! Ra!' and chanting "U-S-A, U-S-A, U-S-A!" at all their sporting events and political rallies. Canadians have never shouted out "Ca-Na-Da! Ca-Na-Da! Ca-Na-Da!" to anything! And that's how we're different. I lived in Panama (another country the Yanks invaded). Once I identified myself as a Canadian instead of a Yank, their whole demeanour changed. They were friendly and courteous. But when they thought I was a Yank, they didn't even give me the time of day (even when I asked in Spanish). So please ... in future, do not lump us Canadians with you Yanks. We are VERY VERY different people. Besides which, we're better at (ice) hockey than you could hope to be! 😁🤣😂

It's normal that Canadians zre perceived in a bad way. Look what they do to those poor foreigners in Canada , they ban them from purchasing a property so why should they be well treated and welcome? That wouldn't be fair. They are so mean.

While climate change impacts the whole world, SE Asia, Middle East and Africa will get much more severe impact. Within the next 5 years, people will be trying to leave SE Asia much more than move there.