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Singapore is often presented as the only modern example of a country that gained independence after it was expelled by another state. This followed Malaysia's decision to throw it out of the Federation, in August 1965. But just how accurate is that depiction of their separation?
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It is generally accepted that most countries will do everything possible to retain control of territory, even in the face of considerable resistance from the area in question. Few states willingly give up land. However, the general view in international relations is that there is one notable exception in modern international politics: Singapore's apparent expulsion from Malaysia, in 1965. Coming just two years after Singapore had joined neighbouring Sabah and Sarawak as the new entrants to the Federation of Malaysia, it was widely seen as an important step towards regional security and political stability. However, tensions soon emerged between the two entities. Led by the two prime ministers, Tunku Abdul Rahman and Lee Kuan Yew, this eventually led to the decision that Singapore would have to leave the Federation. But rather than a unilateral move to expel Singapore, as many often believe, the story is in fact a little more complex. More to the point, at the time many saw Singapore's separation from Malaysia and independence as a temporary move. Both sides held open the door for eventual reunification.
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0:00 Introduction and Titles
0:42 Singapore and State Expulsion
1:26 Singapore: Location and Demographics
2:07 Origins and Growth of Singapore and Malaysia
5:09 Singapore’s Union with Malaysia
6:46 Singapore’s Independence from Malaysia
9:56 Singapore-Malaysia Reunification?
11:15 Was Singapore Expelled by Malaysia?
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