The Real Reasons Why Singapore Was Kicked Out of Malaysia

[@KT-yy7dw]

Singaporean here. Getting kicked out/expelled/quit/seperated, however it is lablled, is and forever will be the greatest blessing for Singapore. Thank you very much Malaysia

[@Hafiz-k8q]

troughout history, city states barely last 100 years. let's see who will have the last laugh in a couple of decades.

[@KT-yy7dw]

@ throughout History. No airline disappeared like mh370. Maybe Malaysia will become the same. Lol

[@gp10988]

@@KT-yy7dw Should thank the late Tengku Abdul Rahman

[@OKAY_07_Never_Quit]

@KT-yy7dw Even though I'm Singaporean, I wouldn't say it like that. The way you say it sounds like teasing.

[@مرتبتكن-توليسن-جاوي]

Yeah.. Most Welcome to one of the most expensive cities in the world and among the lowest in total fertility rate (TFR) in the world.

[@wongsiang1133]

Malaysia kicked out Singapore was a blessing in disguise where we witnessed a small red dot is so successfully whereas Malaysia is trailing behind with little improvements, Lee Kuan Yew has had done a superb performance in the administration 👍👍👍💪👌

[@kamrulz659]

No longer anymore.Now Msia is more attractive than singapore bcos Singapore is small, cant improve anymore in whatever fields😊

[@MrJermson]

​@@kamrulz659that sounds salty. A country must move up the value chain and cannot always depend on being cheap.

[@darylsam9208]

Too many cina ok 😂

[@stevenchiew4010]

Let’s work together for a better future. ❤

[@gazaneagles]

sure, husband and wife can run sovereign wealth together and get away with billions of losses - wake the hell up.

[@jasiusgaisah452]

Being expelled was a blessing in disguise.

[@FairToComment]

@@jasiusgaisah452 sg withdrew NOT expell

[@razmanrazali1914]

​@@FairToCommentBS, you were kicked out

[@potatopotato175]

@@FairToComment SG was expelled NOT withdrew

[@FairToComment]

@ ringgit 3.50 to sgd 1

[@razmanrazali1914]

@@FairToCommentWho cares? You were still kicked out🤣

[@danielting6242]

Kicked out or not, leaving Malaysia proves a great bless ing for Singapore. Sarawak should have followed suit then. We Sarawakians know why it did not.

[@freddie792]

Sarawakians through brain drain trend, have contributed significantly to peninsula development & KL

[@FairToComment]

@@danielting6242 NOT KICK OUT! Sg withdrew

[@reyland8439]

​@ThinkTalkListen i agreed. Imagine a foreigner telling history about other country. The title shoud be "why singapore withdrew...." To be honest, i felt ashamed to be Sabahans or Sarawakians under Malaysia.

[@razmanrazali1914]

​​@@FairToCommentliving in denial,keep telling yourself that kiasu wumao

[@FairToComment]

@ brave up! Don’t be shame! we are asians and must standup for each other against the west hegemony that is eroding our pride and culture with disrespect!

[@woilinang8430]

Who can stand this malay supremacy concept!!??...I take my hat off LKY of standing up to those bullies during those tumultuous time

[@shamshulanuar7718]

What a misleading concept. The Malays earn suoremacy in politics by winning elections... There is nothing to be embarrassed about that

[@alvinyong9370]

The progress singapore has made is unbelievable. Where else Malaysia once was called one of the 4 Asian Tigers. But sadly has fallen far behind.

[@مرتبتكن-توليسن-جاوي]

U will say the same thing if Malay is being majority immigrants in China..

[@Luthaniel83]

The Malays will support it of course.

[@ismailwan8413]

@@woilinang8430 British had valid reasons incorpoating "Malay supremacy" in the Constitution during Malaya independant in 1957. PAP LKW came into existence in 1959. Coming from a blind corner LKW questioning the Constitution upon joining Malaya Sabah Sarawak in 1963. Simple conclusion : Founder Tungku A Rahman did not accept LKW's concept and had to be detached from the mainstream.

[@lychan2366]

So far, the best in-depth public analysis of why Singapore separated from Malaysia on 9 August 1965. Well done!

[@danialroslan1531]

but he's wrong though. Singapore was the one that initiated the separation

[@lychan2366]

@@danialroslan1531 The truth is more complex than you've painted.

[@joseph-ge5om]

Great Answer I was in Singapore in 1965 for their independence

[@butterkhookies3092]

Malaysia chose race and religion over progress and development.

[@TridentAnnunaki]

Do u know every race has a place to stay? Caucasian or eurasian their home is at europe…Arab Jew Middle East…Chinese china…Malay archipelago sundaland…Indian India

[@carlodefalco7930]

@@TridentAnnunakiJews Israel 🇮🇱.. Islams . Saudi Arabia ., iscam claims iscam is sent for Arabs . Arabs are from Arabia only , not other Middle East , or Asian nations

[@YouKUMov]

@@TridentAnnunaki because Malay is colonized by British, and Uk allow it other race to come, you shall complain to your ancestors or uk

[@ExitTwo888]

​@@TridentAnnunaki a big thank you to malaysia for kicking singapore out. There is no bumiputra system in singapore. You work hard for your rice bowl.

[@Jenji9vl]

​​@@TridentAnnunakiAgreed as long as they pay the people to go back to their ancestral countries. Malays can't afford to.

[@HambalishahShah]

True in my heart I say is was a blessing from Allah went you say Singapore been kicking from Malaysia.. Why Singapore make it because of the leaders no corruption helpful to the people.. Thanks for kicking Singapore.. I'm proud to be Singapore.. Majulah Singapura

[@razmanrazali1914]

Is that why girls can't even wear hijab in school or govt workplace? Yeah, "blessing"..."majulah" kiasuland

[@ngrobert5054]

Can return to get master race

[@alvinyong9370]

What you said is true. Singapore has done really well to make sure the government is not corrupted.

[@razmanrazali1914]

@alvinyong9370 yeah, that's why your ministers are paid exorbitant fees

[@razmanrazali1914]

@@alvinyong9370 🙄yeah sure, that's why your ministers are paid such exorbitant salaries & perks

[@sjv9147s]

What a blessing in disguise for Singapore!

[@MultiWorld2000]

Malaysia in the 1960s was not stable due to several factors, including the confrontation with Indonesia, the communist insurgency, economic imbalances among communities, and Lee Kuan Yew's demands for equal treatment for all races. These issues created further instability, leaving Tunku Abdul Rahman with no choice but to let Singapore separate from Malaysia.

[@bell-xk5dd]

On the flip side, today Singaporeans should thank Tunku for kicking out Singapore 😂

[@MultiWorld2000]

​@@bell-xk5ddActually it is good for both young nations

[@FairToComment]

@@bell-xk5dd Sgd 1 = myr3.50 this is clear answer!

[@FairToComment]

@@bell-xk5dd malaria sian thank Sg for making them rich Sgd 1 = myr3.50 this is clear answer!

[@danielting6242]

@@MultiWorld2000 . I had much experiences during my service in the Sarawak Constabulary then under the British🇬🇧🇬🇧 and later the PDRM.

[@davidwongwantho96]

It's a blessing that S'pore is out of Malaysia's federation. Their insistence on Malay's dominance spells the doom and failure of Malaysia.

[@pastoryau2237]

They asked for it, and they got it: Malaysia is still a regressed third world country dominated by a corrupted political party with power to exploit their people. It will stay that way until a revolution takes it over.

[@alvinyong9370]

Singapore has Malaysia to thank. Over a million educated Malaysians left for Singapore.

[@ezekielhall7907]

Singapore should persuade all educated people in Malaysia to migrate 🇸🇬🇸🇬🇸🇬

[@Beyonder1987]

Malaysia is no failure. Malaysia is one of the wealthiest country o earth too

[@alvinyong9370]

@@Beyonder1987 using imagination and looking at Malaysia potential I agree with you. Malaysia can be wealthy. But looking at hard facts and statistics comparing it's economic performance to its neighbours and to the past historical data Malaysia has fallen behind badly.

[@lohti6399]

Not easy but Singapore survived. Israel helped secretly. Countries invested in Singapore because of confidence in LKY leadership.

[@huangerli7215]

Yes, correct, in Mr LKY leadership countries invested because of trust,,, now Mr lee ky is gone， everything is turning to be like India,,, will all these countries still trust sg? Big question matk

[@bell-xk5dd]

@@huangerli7215 You’re typing garbage…

[@MyMrGreedy]

Bull, Israel help out while surviving left over from US, stop smoking.

[@FairToComment]

@@lohti6399 Sgd 1 = myr3.50 this is clear answer!

[@yvvonelee5026]

No no no, they were Mexicans.

[@alangoh198]

We are so so lucky to be kicked out , Majulah Singapore 🇸🇬🇸🇬🇸🇬

[@jean-claudelol563]

I've been to Singapore. It's probably the best thing that could have happened to Singapore. It's almost a paradise. It is expensive but it is a beautiful place, very developed, very orderly, civilized, very diverse and very safe. Some of their laws seem extreme but maybe that is the price to pay for living in paradise.

[@nitishcarlin1926]

Singapore's separation is the best thing ever...When I visited the nation I was shellshocked, what an unbelievable beauty...

[@drottercat]

Shellshocked in Singapore? Oh my.

[@cht7564]

Before separation the Malaysian police who patrolled Singapore bullied local population and extorted people with trumped up offences. One Christmas eve when carollers were singing within their church compound Malaysian Riot Police from a nearby cantonment fired tear gas. Their military under a brigadier Alsagoff was belligerant to Singapore leaders. You should read Death of a Democracy (1969) by John Slimming about the militaty siding with rioters against Chinese civilians during the KL riots. Even today corruption there is endemic and systemic.

[@shamshulanuar7718]

No need to mislead.

[@YouSayIT]

@@shamshulanuar7718 it is history record

[@shamshulanuar7718]

No need to mislead.

[@shamshulanuar7718]

And you are being selective. You did not tell about Chinese procession that knocked Malay community in Kg Baru. Amnesia?

[@YouSayIT]

@ it is history

[@jasonlai1892]

Thank you Sir Stamford Raffles for founding Singapore. Thank you Mr Lee for dedicated your life for Singapore and making it work. Thank you Tengku Abdul Rahman for kicking Singapore out. Lastly i thank abba for letting me born in Singapore at the right time.

[@joseph-ge5om]

Never Kicked out they just left and declared Independance I was in Singapore with the British Military when it happened

[@irenegeorge9735]

Thank God Singapore 🇸🇬 is independent of Malaysia ❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@wakakabravo7998]

Despite all the disagreement, the separation happen smoothly without any bloodshed from both side. Im not saying tungku decision is the best but at the same time it is not the worst. Tungku could become a dictator and accusing LKY and his supporter as pro communist to disposed them just like how suharto did to depose any of his political rival in indonesia. In the end tungku choose not to do it because he know if that have been done malaysia will turn to be more chaotic. Dont forget that malaysia is facing communist insurgency and indonesia confrontation at that time. Early 60 is the chaotic era for malaysian. Even if tungku agree with LKY idea, other malay nationalist supporter will not and dispose tunku for different pro malay nationalist leader. Just like malaysia politic today where pro malay nationalist supporter vote for different pro malay nationalist political party instead of UMNO. As malay malaysia i personally support the malaysia for malaysia concept by LKY but most malay around wont. They prefer malaysia to be a homogenous country like japan, korea or gulf arab where only one ethnic group in charge. I believe that impossible based on our population, geography and economy. They view non malay as outsider and hope non malay slowly immigrate to other country or assimilate to be malay. Even if that happen, immigrant from different country will replace them. Let face it, multicultural community have been part of foundation in this region since malacca sultanate. It have been part of our history from beginning and will continue in the future.

[@shamshulanuar7718]

May i add here This concept of Malaysian Malaysia from Malay viewpoint is a facade for " Chinese Malaysia" concept. And I must say Tunku was so merciful. He could have locked LKY under ISA just the way the latter was known to do to his opponents On discovering that Tunku was about to expel Singapore ,The British High commissioner went to see Tunku on 8/8/1965 He proposed Tunku to lock LKY under ISA if that could helpTunkunto maintain Singapore within federation But Tunku was very upset when LKY incites the non Malay based political parties to unite against UMN

[@yvvonelee5026]

@@shamshulanuar7718 The actual straw that broke the camel back was LKY speaking proper Malay in Parliament, not those market type. As the speech goes into depth, Tunku and EW Barker were able to see most Malay MPs with their religious white cap sinking low in their seats and nodding in agreement. LKY could not finish his speech the following day because Parliament stopped.

[@RachelRaja-p8g]

Don’t you realise that Malaysia is in regression due to its Ketuanan Melayu Stand while Singapore has achieved Developed Nation Status without any natural resources because of it ‘Singapore for all races in Singapore stand! Racism practiced by the Malays is the main cause and reason Malaysia cannot develop as a Whole!😢

[@miles_tails0511]

In more rural part of Malaysia, the chinese lived in “new villages” while malay villages usually start with “parit”. As a Chinese who grew up in Malaysia, I barely see other ethnic groups as the schools are racially segmented too. After living in Singapore and being part of their community events for several years, interactions with other races come naturally. No Chinese supremacy, just speak English and speak to anyone. I think it’s better off for everyone.

[@wumingkkk]

I don't know which countries in Asia were not chaotic during the 60s lol. Almost every country is chaotic, regardless of whether it is embracing communism or the economy.

[@tkyap2524]

One uses race to gather support while the other uses the people to work as one.

[@Arthurkh9230]

Correction! Singapore was not kicked out. It was the Honourable late Mr Lee Kuan Yew who had the wisdom and foresight to pull out Singapore from Malaysia due to the toxic racism in Malaysia.

[@shamshulanuar7718]

No. Tunku kicked Singapore out

[@yks3432]

Who is the idiot tunku and razak who made malaysian a shithole? We need to dispel this lazy songlapers from history

[@مرتبتكن-توليسن-جاوي]

Don't expect more if you're immigrant..

[@Luthaniel83]

Whatever you studied is obviously wrong.... LOL i pity those who think that Singapore withdrew... Stupidity knows no bounds...

[@danialroslan1531]

@@Luthaniel83 perhaps before you mock someone, you should mind what you say before looking stupid. The separation was initiated by Singapore. Google Project Albatross Singapore. You're right though. Stupidity knows no bounds

[@PhilemonChan]

Good to see history in hindsight. It helps to understand a situation better.

[@YouSayIT]

When Singapore separated from Malaysia in 1965. The Federation of Malaya indeed would careless with the separation of their closest neighbor Singapore, as it is in their best interest to aim and has full exploit of the rich natural oil resources of the Borneo states. Without ardent and strong opposition from the Singapore politicians.

[@MisterHowzat]

"would careless with" What?!?

[@ezekielhall7907]

Rubbish

[@YouSayIT]

@@ezekielhall7907 Tunku Abdul Rahman dismissed the inaugural first Chief Ministers of Sabah and Sarawak, Tun Donald Stephens and Stephen Kalong Ningkan, respectively. Both leaders were strong advocates for their states' rights and autonomy, including issues related to oil rights, Continental Shelf , English as the official language of Sarawak and the Malaysia Agreement 1963 (MA63). Tun Donald Stephens, who later became known as Tun Fuad Stephens, tragically died in the Double Six Crash in 1976 ,killing everyone on board, this included several of his cabinet members and his son, Johari. It happens just right after fruitless negotiations of 5% petroleum royalty Stephen Kalong Ningkan was dismissed from his position in 1966 and faced political challenges, including being betrayed by his own party, eventually his party is deregistered . In contrast, Lee Kuan Yew (LKY) ended his political career on a high note, having successfully transformed Singapore into a prosperous nation. Collaborating with Malaya has been detrimental since the beginning

[@RedStickHistorian]

It worked out pretty well for Singapore; they are better off as an independent country.

[@theon9575]

Whatever its reasons, when Singapore got "kicked out" of Malaysia it was Singapore's Lucky Day‼ 😂 The rest is history.

[@kimphilley621]

Great history lesson. Today Malaysia seems to be much less so as to holding the Malay above the Chinese and Induan. Thriving economy, strong middle class etc. It would be nice to know how that came about

[@violinbite]

The people in SG are basically view more industrial and productive since then. Democracy indeed plays its role in SG across all races and the Malay group are also more thriving in SG than in Malaysia generally.

[@angeluscorpius]

From 8:45 - (paraphrasing): the expulsion of Singapore shocked not just Singapore, but the whole world. because it was unprecedented for a state to be ejected from a political union. Two questions: 1) What was the true intent of Tunku Abdul Rahman and the KL leaders in expelling Singapore (and Lee Kuan Yew)? and 2) Was it really an expulsion? Or was it a negotiated separation? I'll answer the 2nd question first. Tunku Abdul Rahman (TAR) had in early 1965 suggested that Singapore be "hived off" from the Federation. His proposal was for Singapore to be a "confederated" state instead of a federated state. This would mean that Singapore would have more autonomy, and KL would only be concerned with Foreign Affairs and Defence of Singapore. All other matters would solely be governed by Singapore, with no interference from the Federal Govt. Lee Kuan Yew (LKY) was intrigued by the proposal and authorised Goh Keng Swee to work out the terms of "hiving off" Singapore from the Federation. Goh met with Tun Razak (Abdul Razak Hussein), Deputy Prime Minister to negotiate this arrangement. BUT he (says he) persuaded the Malaysians that the only real solution was for Singapore to secede completely. Goh also said that the Malaysians did not need much persuasion, being of the same opinion that "Singapore must get out". Perhaps, they had a hidden agenda? Whatever hidden agenda the Malaysians might have had, we only have the narrative from Goh's "Albatross File" (sghistoryunauthorised.blogspot.com/2023/04/commentary-what-release-of-goh-keng.html). And the conclusion that separation was a negotiated process and by mutual consent. From the above, the readiness of the Malaysian leaders to "expel" Singapore relates to the first question: Why? Were there hidden agenda and stratagems? No country willingly allows a part of their union to secede. Singapore was relatively richer than the other states and contributed more than its fair share to the federal budget (5:07). Why was KL so ready to lose their richest state? Perhaps, because Singapore was seen as a non-viable state on her own? Without the backstop of Peninsula Malaysia, and her hinterland, Singapore was expected to fail economically, and then it would need to crawl back to KL and beg to be re-admitted and have no choice but to accept whatever terms KL would dictate. IOW, KL allowed Singapore to secede/separate because KL expected Singapore to fail and seek readmission later down the line. Except, Singapore not only did not fail, but succeeded. Wildly.

[@bell-xk5dd]

You gave a very accurate account. LKY wanted to stay with the federation but not GKS. GKS met up with the Tunku and it didn’t take long for the Tunku to kick Singapore out.

[@yks3432]

Its because the bumi scared of the intelligence and hard work of the chinese malaysian, they feel threaten and cannot continue to songlap. Instead now we got 1mdb and the songlap king bijan boy

[@dv84sure]

Yes Singapore succeeded wildly. First visit was 1979 (lived in Ipoh) and been to the red dot 100s of times since then, mainly because since 1996 been living / working nearby in Batam. For nearly 10 years I avoid staying in Singapore ... it’s gotten wildly super expensive. Thailand, Indonesia, and even Malaysia is not just FAR cheaper but all 3 have 1000s of places off the beaten path that are not just far cheaper but also much more fun to visit and Indonesia note I’m multilingual, Bahasa Indonesia / Malaysia ... and yes I know the differences. And can get around Thailand easily with the smattering of Thai that I studied long ago and till now try to keep up with a few that speak Thai here in Batam.

[@thiamoo]

@@angeluscorpius to answer your 1st question. Msia already had want they wanted. Sabah and Sarawak. If SG wanted to leave, they were very welcome to go. I don’t think Tunku could care less whether SG survived or not. For question 2, I agree it was more of a “negotiated” separation, that was more or less agreed behind closed doors before being publicly announced. The exact term used depends on who you ask. Msians would say SG was kicked out (expelled). Sgporeans say they left…..nobody likes to be kicked out, right？ 😅😅😅

[@angeluscorpius]

@@thiamoo wrote: "For question 1..." Brilliant! It takes a lot of intelligence to take the side of the conventional narrative. I will leave you to the comfort of your beliefs.

[@jcs838]

Its better that way compared to always fight in unreconcilable diffrerences which brings to more uncertainties, protest, unrest that takes toll to society and economy. All is better now, All is at peace.

[@tanchong307]

Malaysia thought that kicking out singapore will distory but the divine save singapore but now better than this call karma

[@Is_this_4_reelOU812]

A very fair, true, and compact report. Yes, Singapore was kicked out of Malaysia. Singaporeans don't like to face this because they think it is insulting. Even Lee Kuan Yew did not want to face it. But, like when you are excluded from a "club" or fired from your job, when one door closes another can open up if you embrace it. LKY seized the opportunity to make Singapore better than Malaysia and succeeded through law and order, anti-Communism, multi-culturalism, English as the business language, and meritocracy over favoritism/caste system. Singapore is land-poor but intelligent rich and it will continue to thrive for at least the next 60 years. Happy birthday Singapore, SG 60, SG GO!

[@passerby5]

Pretty good summary of the events leading up to the separation. A slight nitpick - over here in Singapore, the "PAP" is treated as an abbreviation, not as an acronym. We say, "pee-ay-pee", and not "pap".

[@mikethespike7579]

Imagine if a western country introduced a policy that prioritises one race over all the others. It would be internationally condemned and stamped as racist and maybe even fascist. Yet a lot of countries think of such a policy as natural for themselves. That said, I think Singapore dodged a bullet when it got kicked out. Malaysia would have been a constant drag on Singapore's financial development. It would have been wealthy, but nowhere near what it is today.

[@phillipgolden2180]

It looks to me from your explanation of what happened was that the split between SIngapoer and Malaysia was a win for both sides. Singapore s vision for the future was better but Malaysia was not ready to embrace it. The spit allowed Malaysia to observe the advantages of Singapore's system but change at a pace comfortable for them.

[@gsh-69]

Singapore got kicked out because the malay management of malaysia didnt agree with the late lee kuan yew's views on how to make a good country. They didn't want him to change the status quo. They wanted to keep their exclusive rights to their people.

[@YouSayIT]

Actually, the UK did not approve the separation of Singapore from Malaysia, After the separation from Malaysia, Singapore's leaders seek recognition and support for their newly independent status, including UK. The UK Parliament passed the Singapore Act 1966 to formally recognize Singapore as an independent sovereign state. So Lee Kuan Yew and the Singapore government did want the separation

[@HalfBlindAssassin-i5q]

singapore ...the only country to be given independence against its will

[@chiodh]

The Malayan politicians were too afraid of losing seats and therefore power ....such selfish minds that hurt future generations. They should answer to their peoples. Then again, people of Sarawak and Sabah don't even want to fight for their own rights, when they start to question their privileges (or lack of) in the federation

[@yks3432]

Sabah and sarawak need to dispel the songlapers in government before they can start thinking about future. First start by abolishing islam and bumi gay rights

[@mdnormatnor5226]

Which country gave Singapore independence? Federation of Malaysia Singapore previously had been under the sovereignty of the British Empire since the early 19th century. After gaining its independence from the British Empire in 1963, Singapore briefly joined the Federation of Malaysia, before breaking away for independent sovereignty in 1965.

[@thiamoo]

@@mdnormatnor5226 yes you are right. The British wouldn’t give SG outright independence. LKY was very shrewd indeed. Joining Msia was his way to outsmart the British. He was just biding his time to “take” SG out.

[@mikewong7281]

Look at Singapore and malaysia today.. what say u?

[@mengtan8347]

Malaysia Boleh. Time will tell.😅😅😅

[@teckkeeang4363]

Time already tell …. U don’t need another 60 years to tell

[@Macsalleh]

​@@mengtan8347Bolehland with crony and Ali Baba

[@Macsalleh]

​Bolehland with crony and Ali Baba

[@Macsalleh]

Bolehland with crony and Ali Baba

[@terryharris1291]

I served there 1981-1983 spent a lot of time in the Malaysian jungle .Having been based at Terendak Camp since 1961, 1 RNZIR relocated to Nee Soon Barracks on Singapore in December 1969. In 1971 the 28th Commonwealth Infantry Brigade Group would be disestablished and 1 RNZIR would come under the command of ANZUK Force. In June 1971 1 RNZIR would relocate from Nee Soon to Dieppe Barracks. In 1974 ANZUK Force was disbanded and 1 RNZIR became the Infantry component of the New Zealand Force South East Asia which it would remain a part of until 1989 when 1 RNZIR was redeployed to Linton Camp in New Zealand.

[@TheMuslimApologist]

Thank God that Singapork was expelled from the Federation. With the rise of global data centers, semiconductor manufacturing and AI R&D which multinational corporations are scrambling for resources from Malaysia, the Federation will only shine brighter in the years to come.

[@vincentraju2532]

The only country in the world that was kick out.

[@robertnoonan4953]

I was in the area in 1965 and the then-current thinking was that Singapore seceded voluntarily against the wishes of Malaysia. It may have been propaganda on Singapore's part or sour grapes on Malaysia's part but the result certainly justified the separation for Singapore.

[@johnnylim9060]

The result is obvious if Singapore is still with Malaysia .. look at Sabah & Sarawak with all the resources … Majulah Singapore !!

[@TonyWhite-x3c]

The reality is Malaysia needed to be a Malay governed state with a majority Malay population. With Singapore inclusion, this would not be possible as the Chinese population of Malaysia and Singapore together would have made this impossible to achieve. TAR orchestrated this for his own purposes. Singapore it has been a blessing in disguise.

[@gvibration1]

Why impossible?

[@TonyWhite-x3c]

@gvibration1 more Chinese people than Malay people in terms of political percentages.

[@gvibration1]

@@TonyWhite-x3c a very fundamental form of racism?

[@gvibration1]

@@TonyWhite-x3c that makes Malaysia's foundational core racial(/religious?).

[@TonyWhite-x3c]

@@gvibration1 correct from the outset. Islam as core politically supported religion and Bahasa as the government approved communication and education medium.

[@kengleetan63]

Kicked out? A blessing in disguise. After 60 plus yrs ,the outcome and answers are all there!😆😆😆🤣🤣

[@BarneyYau-bq7dx]

If LKY will allowed to lead Malaysia there will be no SG as a country but as a capital of Malaysia. Malaysia will become the most powerfull and rich country in SEA.

[@sharonchong631]

Sure! Here’s a response you could use: "Absolutely! Malaysia is truly a beautiful country with its rich culture, amazing food, and stunning landscapes. From the bustling streets of Kuala Lumpur to the serene beaches of Langkawi, there’s so much to explore. What’s your favorite thing about Malaysia? ❤️🇲🇾

[@mdnormatnor5226]

Did Malaysia kick out Singapore? In the face of irreconcilable differences,Singapore was expelled from Malaysia on 9 August 1965.

[@introvertlyadam]

Now Singapore is not a part of Malaysia. Therefore no preferential treatment. Save our resources. Singapore is just like any other third countries. Our government should design and promote policies that encourage the use of facilities in Malaysia. Cut the causeway, if necessary, and if it can make Malaysia more competitive. I love Malaysia.

[@Luthaniel83]

I am so thankful to be born in Singapore and that Singapore got kicked out from Malaysia. I am not a 2nd class citizen and enjoy a higher quality of life. If i were in Malaysia, I would not enjoy such privileges. Thanks for kicking us out ! LOL

[@JeffDaniel-n1s]

Sarawak should be kicked out but Malaya want Sarawak's Oil and Gas

[@YouSayIT]

When Singapore separated from Malaysia in 1965. The Federation of Malaya indeed would careless with the separation of their closest neighbor Singapore, as it is in their best interest to aim and has full exploit of the rich natural oil resources of the Borneo states. Without ardent and strong opposition from the Singapore politicians.

[@LeeSkJohn-sv8wi]

Sarawak should join Singapore. They will be much more prosperous now rather than being underdeveloped inspite of having huge oil reserves.

[@YouSayIT]

@@LeeSkJohn-sv8wi After the separation of Singapore from Malaysia in 1965, Stephen Kalong Ningkan continued to advocate for the rights and autonomy of Sarawak under the Malaysia Agreement 1963 (MA63). He was a strong proponent of Sarawak's interests, including issues related to oil rights and the use of English as the official language. Sarawak Emergency (1966): The Malayan leaders waited after the separation, they wanted to take over the Sabah and Sarawak Continental Shelf. They passed the following 2 Acts, Continental Shelf Act 1966 and Oil Mining Act 1966. However, they could not be enforced in Sabah and Sarawak. The then Prime Minister, Tunku Abdul Rahman, declare a state of emergency in Sarawak from September 14, 1966 to September 10, 1967 , aiming to remove Stephen Kalong Ningkan as Sarawak first chief minister , The disputes over oil royalties and control of natural resources. A ploy to get the consent from Sarawak to enforce Continental Shelf Act, 1966 over Sarawak territorial waters.

[@Luthaniel83]

I have been to Sarawak. It is actually a nice place and full of good hardworking people. But very under developed because all the money goes to the federal government and never come back to Sarawak for development. Sarawak should break away from Malaysia like how East Timor broke away from Indonesia.

[@guppydeen1319]

All the money used to Islamic conversion and free money for all Muslims .

[@azrinsaedi]

A successful example of two-state solution.

[@husni738]

You omitted the fact that 'Tanah Melayu' (Peninsular Malaya) achieved independence first. Subsequently, they invited Singapore, Sarawak, Sabah, and Brunei to join them as an independent nation, as these territories were still under British colonialism at that time. Had they not joined, their independence might have been delayed, similar to Brunei, which gained independence in 1984. Furthermore, if Tanah Melayu had accepted Singapore's political views, it would have undermined the original objective of Tanah Melayu's independence, which was to reject the concept of the Malayan Union

[@YouSayIT]

Tunku Abdul Rahman dismissed the inaugural first Chief Ministers of Sabah and Sarawak, Tun Donald Stephens and Stephen Kalong Ningkan, respectively. Both leaders were strong advocates for their states' rights and autonomy, including issues related to oil royalty, Continental Shelf , English as the official language of Sarawak and the Malaysia Agreement 1963 (MA63). When Singapore separated from Malaysia in 1965, the Federation of Malaya indeed would careless with the separation of their closest neighbor Singapore. As it is in their best interest to aim and has full exploit of the rich natural oil resources of the Borneo states, Without ardent and strong opposition from the Singapore politicians. Tun Donald Stephens, who later became known as Tun Fuad Stephens, tragically died in the Double Six Crash in 1976 right after fruitless negotiations of petroleum royalty. Stephen Kalong Ningkan was dismissed from his position in 1966 and faced political interference from the federal government, including being betrayed by his own party, eventually his party is deregistered . In contrast, Lee Kuan Yew (LKY) ended his political career on a high note, having successfully transformed Singapore into a prosperous nation. Collaborating with Malaya has been detrimental since the beginning

[@razmanrazali1914]

You wish kiasu wumao

[@razmanrazali1914]

LKY died as a racist loser

[@gsh-69]

If you take out selangor&kl, Penang & johor +malaca then malaysia does not have much. N9 does not have much only seremban nilah which is near to selangor border

[@razmanrazali1914]

@@gsh-69 U wish but we don't take out those states, & Perlis provides food

[@gsh-69]

@@razmanrazali1914 perlis got what bigger than Singapore beside Thailand but kampung perak still got ipoh taiping

[@FairToComment]

Silly not to understand that Sg withdraw from Malaysia and is not being kicked out. Your understanding is so poor and ought to be schooled.

[@kens7853]

is forced to withdraw.

[@shamshulanuar7718]

Singapore was kicked out.

[@FairToComment]

@ the sg dollar is three times ringgit! Force to withdraw?

[@FairToComment]

@ one sgd is more than three time ringgit. Kick out?😜😜😜😜

[@FairToComment]

@ sgd more than three times ringgit. Force to withdraw.think

[@thlim1460]

Malaysia had all the stars & planets aligned for its rise after the split in 1965. However, we’ve seen how Singapore had risen from the dumps from having practically NOTHING as compared to MALAYSIA which had EVERYTHING ! One can say that Malaysia & Singapore were born as twins but given the situation then in 1965 after the split, Malaysia should have advance much faster and higher than Singapore ! What happened ? We all know that Singapore with its MERITOCRACY had continued rising till today whilst Malaysia with its AFFIRMATIVE ACTION ( otherwise aka Aparteid ) had continued to go the other way. Instead of Rm : S$ should be 3:1 we’re seeing S$ 1 : RM 3 now. The Malaysian leaders , past & current, knew what had happened but chose to remain with its way of exploiting the ‘belief of Malays that their rights were protected from external threats by other races mainly the Chinese & Indians’ when in actual fact the leaders were just enriching themselves at the expense of the Malays. The non-Malays, with its reducing numbers, were NEVER relevant. One can safely say that Malaysia will continue with its downfall as long as the Affirmative Actions ( which should have expired in the 90s per the original Federal Constitution enforced in 1957.

[@quancs1598]

Chinese boss

[@ravindranaveeramali502]

Because they are very smart people.

[@ezekielhall7907]

Smart like Jho Low

[@peacepanda-g1w]

Lol

[@hongty2nups5]

Wow..., 1960s Malaysia kicked Singapore? Blame Malaysia, I don't ask why kick, Malaysia problem, not Singapore problem. 😮

[@mdnormatnor5226]

Was Singapore forced to leave Malaysia? On 9 August 1965, Singapore separated from Malaysia to become an independent and sovereign state. The separation was the result of deep political and economic differences between the ruling parties of Singapore and Malaysia, which created communal tensions that resulted in racial riots in July and September 1964.

[@Alozhatos]

After seperation, Tunku thought he can live in peace but 1969 Election happened, he’s still cannot live in peace. 1969 Kuala Lumpur Riot is a continuation from 1964 Riot from Singapore.

[@gp10988]

Ask Mahathir.

[@ezekielhall7907]

Ask LKY

[@BrianPatrick-s6b]

You miss out the most important point if you examine the demographics of malaysia back in 1965. Chinese plus other minority races in Malaysia almost reached parity in numbers with Malays in Malaysia. It was difficult and hard to justify a preferential policy for 50% of your population only...by kicking out Singapore with its predominantly chinese majority population....UMNO have a strong majority of malays left in malaysia and the number of malay votes to carry out any constitutional changes to favour 1 racial group.

[@shamshulanuar7718]

You missed one big event. Lee Kian Yew made alliance with non Malay based parties to challenge UMNO led Govt

[@tokitoyotokitoyo]

What about the Lee family keeps importing huge number of chinese into singapore just to maintain their 75% majority? Despite the C having the lowest fertility

[@BrianPatrick-s6b]

Same as Malaysia you can have long term visitor , foreign investor pass, malaysiab my second home but only 1type of person can become citizen right? BTW nothing wrong see western Europe when immigrants race and religion are not the same with natives...what you get o​@tokitoyotokitoyo

[@razmanrazali1914]

​@@BrianPatrick-s6bhey s2pid, everything wrong wt what chinese did.And Malaysia is actually giving citizenship to china nationals under dap tyrannical rule

[@razmanrazali1914]

​​@@BrianPatrick-s6bdoes china, hk, taiwan, even your kiasuland singapore allow ppl from Muslim countries to become citizens? Answer that kiasu wumao christian

[@hillarydeston]

When Singapore was kicked out of the Malaysian Federation, it renders the MA63 null and void. There for technically Malaysia ceased to exist with the expulsion of Singapore unless a new agreement was made to indicate the exclusion of Singapore in the Malaysian Federation. Either that or Singapore is still a part of Malaysia.

[@mdnormatnor5226]

Was Singapore a Chinese colony? Singapore had previously been established as a British colony since 1824, and had been governed as part of the Straits Settlements since 1826. The colony was created when the Straits Settlements was dissolved shortly after the Japanese occupation of Singapore ended in 1945.

[@FairToComment]

Mutual Agreement or Expulsion? - While the decision to separate was initiated by the Malaysian federal government, it was not a unilateral expulsion and has not officially taken place yet(i.e. the Separation Agreement was enforced but the expulsion was only an overwhelmingly Parliamentary vote as they feared the PAP dominance amongst other reasons. Singapore’s leaders, particularly Lee Kuan Yew, recognized that the relationship was no longer viable and agreed to the separation. - The separation was formalized through the Singapore Independence Agreement, signed on August 7, 1965, by representatives of both Singapore and Malaysia. Lee Kuan Yew went to the UK to negotiate the terms of Singapore’s separation from Malaysia because the British government was still a key player in the region’s political and defense matters. At the time, Malaysia (including Singapore) was part of the Commonwealth, and Britain had strategic interests in ensuring a stable transition. Why go to the UK: 1. British Involvement in the Malaysia Agreement (1963) - The UK had played a major role in the formation of Malaysia in 1963, and any legal or constitutional changes required British approval. 2. Ensuring International Legitimacy - By securing British endorsement, Singapore could ensure that the separation was recognised globally and that there would be no legal disputes over sovereignty. - On August 9, 1965, Singapore officially became an independent nation.

[@Ianlee1977]

After the split, we had nothing to lose going forward and everything to gain. We gained and kicked ass I think.

[@dlwy4934]

Malaysia also left the common currency agreement in 1973 between Singapore and Brunei, so double blessing as well. 😅

[@WorldAfterCovid19TV]

Now, Sabah kicking Malaya 1out but they refused to get out...

[@shamshulanuar7718]

No. Sabah is part of Malaysia. Who lied to you that Sabah wants to secede

[@yks3432]

@@shamshulanuar7718better if sabah get out so we can keep our oil money

[@shamshulanuar7718]

But I am sorry to dissapointyou. Sabah wants to stay within Malaysia

[@mdnormatnor5226]

​@@yks3432ok you think Sabah and Sarawak PPL will become rich?after separation from Malaysia😅

[@RUHappyATM]

@@shamshulanuar7718 Boreno is forced to remain.

[@qarljohnson4971]

Sadly this important historic topic is ruined by terrible writing, which has the stench of being compiled by Ai.

[@carlodefalco7930]

Why don’t Middle East Islams seeking better life , escaping persecution go to Malaysia, Indonesia , turkey , Saudi , Iran , other iscam societies live in .. why they demand ro live in western in democracies that are based on Christian principles. 🤔😳🤔🤷‍♂️👻🤗🤗

[@stephanielau1705]

Western nations offer free education & generous welfare system plus employment opportunities for their children. I don't think they would want to live in Asiatic countries as " minority " group. At least in Europe & N America, they're in the same Caucasian racial category.

[@ezekielhall7907]

Is Singapore's democracy based on "Christian principles" stated in its constitution?

[@ramaswamyadisesh6848]

would you want to go live in one of those Islamic countries? You have the answer

[@murugeshwar]

Singapore was not kicked out, Singapore didn’t want to be with Malaysia for better future. Pls don’t trick words in changing history

[@shamshulanuar7718]

Muruges Sorry to disappoint you. But Tunku kicked Singapore out. That 'is just a fact

[@murugeshwar]

@ thank you for your reply, but as far as I know from Brunei country, Singapore and Brunei Sulthan didn’t want to the Malaysian group. Bcz of that now both the countries are flourishing now. Thank you.

[@saidkahar5414]

No love lost

[@KKohl]

Malaysia lost an island which once belonged to the state of Johor n the king. The Johor king was very angry

[@KK-og9vs]

One angle is not mentioned. LKY wanted independence of Singapore all along. The British did not allow it in fear of Spore being run over by the Communist. So the British forced LKY to join Malaya to gain independence. After Independence, LKY masterminded the events that will get Singapore expelled and achieve his ultimate dream of having Spore all for himself. Need to dive in deeper into history to get that angle of the story.

[@shamshulanuar7718]

the British did not force Singapore to join Malaya to form Malaysia. LKY himself wanted to join in.

[@thiamoo]

@@shamshulanuar7718 well not to say forced. More like suggested 😅. Then LKY thought long and hard and said “great idea!” 😂

[@thiamoo]

@@KK-og9vs yes agree. LKY was very shrewd indeed. After that still had to show his “emotional damage”…..😅

[@mardhiyanasaedon8839]

Singapore are proud to be Singapore. Malaysia are also proud to let go singapore... not feeling missing at all...

[@felixaqturo713]

Singapore not kick out...They choose to administrative themself

[@whaley2365]

When a body is established in Justice, it paves the way to progress despite its challenges!

[@whaley2365]

While Injustice will gradually drain away the benefits bestowed on a body.

[@SamuelSeeToh]

Singapore was fighting for Malaysian Malaysia which was unacceptable to the majority.. So we had to go!!

[@jayjay18ization]

I don't think so Malaysia kick Singapore out ? Mr Lee at that time knows what will happen if they joint Malaysia? Just see now Singapore is the richest country in south east Asia ? Same Brunei also move out ?

[@thegloballens-101]

Tunku Abdul Rahman, Malaysia’s Prime Minister at the time, made the decision to remove Singapore from the federation in 1965 due to escalating political and racial tensions. Lee Kuan Yew and the Singapore government did not want the separation but had to accept it, leading to Singapore's independence.

[@Macsalleh]

Brunei is smart, Tunku A R try to lure Brunei to join so she can be King of Malaysia

[@YouSayIT]

@@thegloballens-101 Actually, the UK did not approve the separation of Singapore from Malaysia, After the separation from Malaysia, Singapore's leaders seek recognition and support for their newly independent status, including UK. The UK Parliament passed the Singapore Act 1966 to formally recognize Singapore as an independent sovereign state. So Lee Kuan Yew and the Singapore government did want the separation

[@elsieyong703]

Brunei rejected to join Malaysia..Smart move!!

[@YouSayIT]

​@@elsieyong703 Tunku Abdul Rahman dismissed the inaugural first Chief Ministers of Sabah and Sarawak, Tun Donald Stephens and Stephen Kalong Ningkan, respectively. Both leaders were strong advocates for their states' rights and autonomy, including issues related to oil rights, Continental Shelf , English as the official language of Sarawak and the Malaysia Agreement 1963 (MA63). Tun Donald Stephens, who later became known as Tun Fuad Stephens, tragically died in the Double Six Crash in 1976 right after fruitless negotiations of petroleum royalty. Stephen Kalong Ningkan was dismissed from his position in 1966 and faced political challenges, including being betrayed by his own party, eventually his party is deregistered . In contrast, Lee Kuan Yew (LKY) ended his political career on a high note, having successfully transformed Singapore into a prosperous nation. Collaborating with Malaya has been detrimental since the beginning

[@joseph-ge5om]

NOT EXPELLED they Left because Lee Quan Yew did not want to live under Muslim rule Both Malaysia and Singapore were stable because the British sent Troops to Malaysia and Borneo I Know I was in Kuantan and Labuan Island Singapore Leaving was the Greatest thing the Country could do

[@yokfin53]

The greatest asset of any country is the human asset. Natural resources are only useful if the human assets have vision and do not allow greed to fester.

[@leonghoongwai4983]

Two politicians own interest

[@weiyeongtan2695]

One statesman from commoner background while another pseudo statesman with aristocracy heritage.

[@shamshulanuar7718]

That pseudo PM whom you insulted refused all pressure to lock LKY under ISA So he may not a be pseudo after all. The very one who planted in your mind that Malaysia is a Malay centric is the pseudo

[@neelofafina3143]

So umno stifle Malaysia growth is it blessing or curse.

[@sharonchong631]

Sure! Here's a possible reply: "Looks like you're feeling some mixed emotions about Malaysia and Singapore! 😊🇲🇾 There's so much to appreciate about both places, right? Whether it's the vibrant culture in Malaysia or the modern vibe in Singapore, each has its unique charm. What’s on your mind? 😊

[@garethl738]

It’s like Arkansas kicking out New York City for being too liberal.

[@anuarsuhor7183]

such a pity missing are discussion on constitution of malaya and rulers factors!!!

[@mdnormatnor5226]

Why did Tunku Abdul Rahman expel Singapore?UMNO extremists called for the arrest of Lee Kuan Yew. Seeing no alternative to avoid further bloodshed, Malaysian Prime Minister Tunku Abdul Rahman decided to expel Singapore from the federation.

[@Cathrynne]

Imho, Singapore, Indonesia, Malaysia, Brunei should be one big nation to be totally sovereign with sufficient natiral resources to be used for local industries and manufactures needs, to be exported for profits and thus eliminate taxes imposed to citizens. Individual taxes is unlawful which is introfuced by the Rockefellers when feds created btw...

[@مرتبتكن-توليسن-جاوي]

Singapore and LKY were very fortunate because Tunku was not a dictator, while at the same time, the Malaysian government was very weak and unable to find alternative solutions, even by unfavorable means.

[@gazaneagles]

nonsense, Singapore was not kicked out, it was given away.

[@gayustambunan6250]

🎁🎁🎁

[@shamshulanuar7718]

Let call a spade a spade

[@RachelRaja-p8g]

If you choose to close your eyes and pretend to be blind…. Nobody can teach you truth!

[@samchan3240]

Singapore got independence from the British in 1963 after join malusia

[@gayustambunan6250]

@@samchan3240 My Boss say - Malu apa?

[@kamaruleffendi]

Actually before the merger Tunku personally did not want Singapore to join Malaysia

[@YouSayIT]

agree, When Singapore separated from Malaysia in 1965. The Federation of Malaya indeed would careless with the separation of their closest neighbor Singapore, as it is in their best interest to aim and has full exploit of the rich natural resources oil of the Borneo states. Without ardent and strong opposition from the Singapore politicians.

[@shamshulanuar7718]

London wanted Tunkunto take in Singapore. But Tunku was reluctant as he did not trust LKY . Besides Singapore is mainly Chinese To mitigate Tunku's objection,London offered Sabah,Sarawak ,Brunei too. But LKY behaving as if he was the supremo. He antagonised the Malays by creating a coalition with other non Malay based parties . This was viewed as challenging UMNO led govt

[@YouSayIT]

@@shamshulanuar7718 it is Tunkun to take in Singapore, and later it is also him to agree to separate

[@shamshulanuar7718]

Yup. Tunku expelled Singapore

[@YouSayIT]

@@shamshulanuar7718 Actually, the UK did not approve the separation of Singapore from Malaysia, After the separation from Malaysia, Singapore's leaders seek recognition and support for their newly independent status, including UK. The UK Parliament passed the Singapore Act 1966 to formally recognize Singapore as an independent sovereign state. So Lee Kuan Yew and the Singapore government did want the separation It is Tunku to accept Singapore in and agree to let go Singapore.

[@jeffreylo9203]

Had the expulsion of Singapore in 1965 negated the federation?

[@000pete9]

Not kicking out, disagreements, Brunei too got out of the federation. It's all water under the bridge, looking forward is the way not going back for the sake of talking.

[@pinyochangpertitum488]

The topic should be Why Singapore expelled Malaysia.

[@Alexdeeppurpledann]

Unlike some other countries that remain hostile after divorce such as india/pakistan, former yugoslavia, north/south korea, malaysia n singapore has maintain good relationship. Therefore it can be considered as a good divorce❤

[@josephyeo6966]

A more interesting question would be what if Sarawak and Sabah had gone on their own or with Singapore? No, SG would not want them and on their own, no chance.

[@robinindam6983]

Sabah also want quiet from Malaysia

[@nanocodethespectator2646]

TL;DR: Too many Chinese in Singapore when Malaysia wanted to unite Malay majority together

[@mardhiyanasaedon8839]

Malaysia never kicked out Singapore, but Singapore was arrogantly leaving Malaysia... Thus this was the most blessed decision for Singapore... Malaysia also always feeling blessed for letting Singapore go... No regret

[@vincentsaabwong877]

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