Politics & Government

United Kingdom grants self-governance to Singapore

The United Kingdom agreed to Singapore's self-rule, marking a significant step towards the island's independence. On this date, formal agreements were reached to progress Singapore's political autonomy. This agreement was part of a larger trend of decolonization occurring across Asia, as former colonies sought to govern themselves post-World War II. The self-rule was an important milestone in Singapore's journey towards full independence, transitioning the administration's powers locally while still maintaining ties to the UK.

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