In a viral video shared on TikTok, a Bangladeshi man has expressed his belief that children from Bangladesh living in Malaysia have the potential to become members of the Malaysian Parliament in the future. This bold statement has ignited a heated discussion among Malaysians.

The man, whose identity remains unknown, pointed out the significant contributions of foreign workers to Malaysia's economy. He emphasized that Malaysia's prosperity, in part, is owed to the contributions of foreign workers, who work in Malaysian factories and engage in various labour-intensive tasks such as farming, drain cleaning, and waste collection.

"People from Bangladesh and other foreign nationals are hardworking. They work tirelessly and are skilled at making money, unlike some others," he asserted.

Furthermore, he predicted, "One day, Bangladeshi children will become members of the Malaysian Parliament. Remember, I'm saying that Bangladeshi children will become the Prime Minister of Malaysia. Mark my words."

The man did not stop there. He also criticized Ustaz Sophian, a figure known for causing disruptions in businesses owned by foreign nationals. He questioned why there haven't been similar actions taken against businesses owned by Indonesians and Thais in Penang, highlighting the presence of hundreds of such establishments.

"In Penang, there are hundreds of Indonesian and Thai-owned businesses. Why aren't they targeted? It's ridiculous. Thai people operate tom yam and grilled fish businesses (without permits). Why aren't they raided?" he exclaimed angrily.

The man's comments have generated mixed reactions from netizens. Many disagreed with his views, stating that such statements could negatively impact other Bangladeshi workers trying to earn a living in Malaysia.