GEOGRAPHY THROUGH MAPS

Malaysia

Malaysia has two main geographical parts separated by the South China Sea: Peninsular Malaysia and East Malaysia on Borneo. This division strongly influences transport, ecosystems and regional development.

Fast Facts

  • East Malaysia includes Sabah and Sarawak.
  • Kuala Lumpur is the national capital; Putrajaya is the federal administrative centre.
  • Brunei and Indonesian Kalimantan adjoin the Malaysian part of Borneo.
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Part of Visualize CSE, an interactive geography atlas for UPSC Civil Services (IAS) preparation.