Khairul Aming (right) met with New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon who expressed appreciation for his cooking and video series he launched in the country. (Photo: X/Khairul Aming)
Kota Kinabalu: A prominent Malaysian influencer known for his culinary content recently took to X to share a significant milestone in his career -- getting praises from the New Zeakand Prime Minister for his cooking.
Khairul Aming posted on social media Tuesday about his meeting with Christopher Luxon who expressed appreciation for his cooking and video series he launched in the country.
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Khairul expressed his gratitude and excitement in posts that garnered millions of views,
“Today, Khairulaming and the Prime Minister of New Zealand met as a sign of appreciation from New Zealand for the cooking video we made there.”
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During their meeting, Khairul said he seized the opportunity to introduce the Prime Minister to a traditional Malaysian breakfast.
“We also exchanged on various topics such as tourism exchange between Malaysia and New Zealand, the export of halal meat and dairy products, nature preservation and the potential export of local SME (Small and Medium Enterprises) products to New Zealand,” he said.
He reflected on his journey, sharing a humble beginning.
“Eight years ago, I filmed my first cooking video while sitting on the floor. Today, I have the privilege of sitting next to the Prime Minister of a renowned nation. Keep hustling, you’ll be amazed at where life can take you,” he wrote.
The post included a video clip of the meeting, which has since sparked widespread admiration and interaction.
Among the responses, one X user, @pelabur_bijak, praised Khairul Aming for using his influence to promote Malaysia.
Another netizen, @localrkyt, acknowledged the significance of the meeting.
“Truly another level of influencer!” he commented.
Khairul’s post not only highlights the power of social media influence in fostering international relations but also serves as an inspiration to aspiring content creators.
His journey from filming in humble settings to meeting world leaders showcases the incredible opportunities that can arise from dedication and creativity.
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