That's right.
But all Abrahamic monotheistic religions are merely recent inventions. They only gained traction in some countries and regions because the ruling class made one the de facto national religion... political patronage does wonders for the legitimacy of a religion.
Malays should embrace their Polynesian, shamanic, animist roots. Living in harmony with nature, rather than trusting a man-made book.
A snippet of this heritage can be found in bomohs.
Hinduism, Taoism and Shinto are the closest links to ancient truth. No 'conversion' necessary. Free to believe or not believe, no one will persecute (or use passive-aggressive tactics) on you for being a disbeliever.