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Safeguarding of Singapore's independence after 1965 - Coggle Diagram
Safeguarding of Singapore's independence after 1965
Security challenges
Konfrontasi
Sukarno opposed Malaysia
Malaysian & Commonwealth vs Indonesia
Many attacks from Indonesians (bombings)
Terrorism
Communist
Malayan Communist Party
State of Emergency, many acts of terrorism
International
Hijacking of boat Laju
Attacks on shell oil refinery
Vietnam War
Communist movement to fight the French
North Vietnam (communist)
US supports SV, giving military
South Vietnam (not communist)
Withdrawal of British Military
British forces all left by 1976
Left Singapore to only 2 battalions
Caused low defence numbers
Overcome security challenges
Deterrance
Scare away others
Introducing NS
Grow SAF into a good defense force by 1970
Get equipment and supplies
Strengthen Military Cooperation
Buy, train and learn from UK, AU, MY, US
Diplomacy
Develop strong relationships
Establishing diplomatic relations with other countries
Good bilateral relations
Recognise SG's independence
Cultivate as much friends as possible
Joining Organisations (UN & ASEAN)