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National Day, sometimes known internationally as Singapore Independence Day, is a major public holiday in Singapore which commemorates an independent and sovereign Republic of Singapore.
The proclamation declaring Singapore’s independence was announced on Radio Singapore at 10:00 am on 9 August 1965. Simultaneously in Kuala Lumpur, the Tunku announced the separation to the federal parliament.
Observed on August 9, the yearly affair marks Singapore’s independence from Malaysia. The city dresses for the occasion with flags lining the buildings, patriotic songs pervading the...
On 9 August 1965, Singapore separated from Malaysia to become an independent and sovereign state.1 The separation was the result of deep political and economic differences between the ruling parties of Singapore and Malaysia.2 Even before the proclamation of the formation of the Federation of Malaysia on 16 September 1963, leaders from both ...
Jan 10, 2018 · Every August, Singapore’s skies light up with fireworks to commemorate National Day on 9 August, the day that Singapore was declared an independent and sovereign state in 1965. A fairly young country by global standards, we trace Singapore’s history from its early beginnings as a British colony to a short-lived merger with ...
Between 1960 and 1963, Singapore's national day was celebrated on 3 June to commemorate the day in 1959 when Singapore attained self-government. 19 This was followed by 31 August 1963, the date when Singapore declared de facto independence, the choice of date being that celebrating the independence of the Federation of Malaya.
The National Day Parade (NDP) is an annual celebration of Singapore's independence. It is also a platform for Singaporeans from all walks of life to come together to celebrate the nation's milestones and achievements while rallying ourselves in preparation for the future.
On 31 August, Singapore declared its independence from the United Kingdom, with Yusof bin Ishak as the head of state (Yang di-Pertuan Negara) and Lee Kuan Yew as prime minister.
Proclamation of the Republic of Singapore, Singapore, 9 August 1965. Collection of the National Archives of Singapore. This landmark document proclaims Singapore’s separation from Malaysia and its beginnings as an independent and sovereign republic.
Aug 9, 2015 · The city state celebrates its independence day in style every year, but this year's SG50 events were billed as the country's biggest ever celebration, with months of build-up in shops, schools...
