2. Why was separation inevitable? Economic reasons Delays in setting up common market Imposition of new taxes on Singapore Attempts to increase Spore’s contribution to the central government Political reasons Political rivalry Racial politics Effects of the Malaysian Malaysia campaign 3. Details of disagreements – Economic reasons Kuala Lumpur saw Singapore as an economic rival – implementation of common market was delayed as a result. Central government wanted to protect Malaysian industries, it imposed new taxes on Singapore. This hindered Singapore’s efforts to industrialise.
KL proposed Singapore increased its contribution from 40% to 60%. Singapore feared this would cripple its economy. 4. Political reasons – impact of the elections on the r/s betw PAP and the Alliance 1963 state election in Spore PAP won 37 out of 51 seats contested. The Singapore Alliance (made up of UMNO, MCA and MIC) did not win any seat. Alliance leaders in KL were upset with the outcome. 1964 Federal Election in Malaysia PAP took part, aim to build a Malaysia not based on racial lines, equal opportunities for all. Alliance leaders took offence, felt it challenged rights of the Malays
Racial Politics – Effects of the anti–PAP campaign UMNO embarked on an anti-PAP campaign using the Malay press, esp Utusan Melayu. Criticised PAP for not looking after interests of the Malays in Singapore. Exploited resettlement of Malay families in the Crawford, Kampong Glam and Rochor areas. Meetings were held betw PAP and Malay reps regarding education, employment and housing for Malays. Tension grew as matters did not improve. Led to the racial riots in 1964.
The Essay on The Importance of Racial Harmony
Singapore is a bustling metropolis. It is also one of the world’s most prosperous countries with strong international trading links and a per capita GDP comparable to that of the leading nations of Western Europe. However, the nation has also suffered from a turbulent history. Hence, the government has taken several steps to safeguard the present social security and stability of the nation. One of ...
6. PAP’s Malaysian Malaysia campaign PAP campaigned for a Malaysian Malaysia, where everyone has equal rights and opportunities. October 1964 The Singapore Alliance stated that they would reorganise themselves to win enough votes in the 1967 Singapore state election to form a new government. 7. Events and implications May 1965 PAP brought together four other Malaysian opposition parties to form Malaysian Solidarity Convention (MSC).
Aim for a Malaysian Malaysia where everyone would be treated equally regardless of race or religion. PAP greatly angered UMNO leaders, some even called for the arrest of Lee Kuan Yew. 8. Threats to Singapore’s peace Internal threat – 1964 Racial riots 21 July 1964 More than 25,000 Malays gathered at Padang to celebrate Prophet Mohammed’s birthday. Speeches were made by Malay leaders, some criticised PAP for ill-treatment of the Malays.
A policeman was assaulted in a procession in Geylang. Rest started attacking Chinese. Clashes between Chinese and Malays broke out in different parts of Singapore. 9. Continuation of racial riots Curfew was imposed and only lifted on 2 nd Aug 1964. 23 people were killled and 454 people injured in the riots. Sept 1964 – Another race riot occurred 13 people were killed and 106 were injured.
10. External Threat – The Indonesian Confrontation Indonesian trade embargo – Singapore’s trade declined and some people were unemployed. However Singapore was not severly affected as trade with other countries continued. Violence and disruption of peace Indonesian agents set off bombs – innocent people were killed and properties damaged. By March 1965, 29 bombs had been set off in Singapore. A voluntary Vigilant Corps was set up to help defend Singapore. Confrontation ended in Aug 1966 when new Indonesian government took over.
11. Separation 7 Aug 1965 Tunku Abdul Rahman announced that Malaysia will “expel” Singapore. 9 Aug 1965 Lee Kuan Yew announced attainment of full independence. Singapore became a Republic Head of State – the President Legislative Assembly was renamed Parliament, members known as Members of Parliament. 12. Challenges ahead Economic – No natural resources and industries were not well-developed. Defence – Singapore had to build up its own defence force to take over from the Malaysian and British military forces. Housing – Steps had to be taken to meet the housing needs of its growing population.
The Term Paper on Freedom of speech from the perspective of mass media, to what extend it has been practiced in Malaysia?
Introduction Mass media are means of communications (as newspapers, radio, or television) that is designed to reach the mass of the people1. Besides playing the role to inform individual with news, the media together with a sound legal system and an independent judiciary is part of a triumvirate that is essential for a well-functioning democracy2. In a democratic system of government, mass media ...
