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Barnama
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- Barnama
Chorsu Bazaar: The Beating Heart Of Tashkent
BUSINESS From Siti Radziah Hamzah TASHKENT, June 23 (Bernama) -- 'Malaysia, Malaysia! Come here, I will give you a discount!' – such was the enthusiastic greeting echoing from nearly every tea, nuts and spice stall on the upper floor of Chorsu Bazaar, one of Tashkent's most iconic and historic markets. The unexpected familiarity left me amused as I turned to my photographer, Fathin Suhaira Abd Rahim, and remarked that Malaysians must have built quite the reputation for their spending habits not just at home, but abroad as well. In Uzbekistan, it seems, that reputation has reached legendary status. Local traders recognise and welcome Malaysians at first glance, reflecting the growing presence and warm perception of Malaysian tourists in this Central Asian nation. What began as a friendly sales pitch quickly revealed something more telling: in Uzbekistan, Malaysians aren't just recognised, they're genuinely welcomed. Many stallholders could instantly identify us as Malaysians even before we spoke, often greeting us with warm smiles and enthusiastic offers of discounts. This immediate recognition underscores how Malaysian tourists have become a visible and valued presence in countries far beyond Southeast Asia. Whether driven by word-of-mouth among vendors or the steady stream of Malaysian tour groups, the perception of Malaysians as friendly, polite, and generous customers has clearly taken root. It reflects the growing number of Malaysian travellers exploring new destinations like Uzbekistan, and the meaningful people-to-people connections forged through simple acts of trade and hospitality.
Barnama
06-06-2025
- Barnama
Women Behind The Lens: Defying Odds To Capture Truth , Faith, Untold Stories
GENERAL A photographer with the Malaysian National News Agency (Bernama) Fathin Suhaira Abd Rahim (right) when she participated in a mission to rescue Malaysians who were victims of a fraud syndicate at KK Garden, also known as the 'Garden of Hell' - Credit: Fathin Suhaira Abd Rahim By Puti Iylia Maisarah Zol Azman KUALA LUMPUR, June 6 (Bernama) -- Crawling through dense undergrowth, thorny tree crevices, cornfields, and crossing rivers infested with crocodiles — these were challenges faced by a courageous lensman determined to capture images of a human trafficking syndicate's headquarters on the Thailand-Myanmar border. Fathin Suhaira Abd Rahim, 33, a photographer with the Malaysian National News Agency (Bernama), recounted the harrowing experience which took place in 2023 when she participated in a mission to rescue Malaysians who were victims of a fraud syndicate at KK Garden, also known as the 'Garden of Hell'. Since joining Bernama in 2017, Fathin has defied stereotypes in a profession often dominated by men, viewing each assignment as a platform to sharpen her skills and break boundaries. "I've been passionate about photography since I was a child. Every time I watch the news on television. I'd always wonder what happened behind the scenes of the news. That curiosity slowly nurtured my love for photography,' she said. A proud daughter of Kedah, Fathin isn't content with merely framing images through her lens. For her, each photograph is a visual narrative, a medium to uncover truths and highlight issues that resonate deeply within the community. Armed with a five-kilogram Canon R3 camera that rarely leaves her side, Fathin Suhaira proves that women, too, can command the world of photography, capturing powerful moments in the heart of the action. Addressing the stereotypes often attached to her profession, she said that photography isn't merely a job, it's a bold voice, a tool for advocacy, a medium to fight for the truth, and a platform to amplify stories and voices too often left unheard. "It's time to shatter the stereotype that this career is not meant for women, and stop belittling this field. I'm tired of hearing comments like, 'Oh, you're just a photographer, just taking pictures, it must be easy'.
