1965
| Currency Rate to USD | 2.8 |
| GDP Per Capita (USD) | 326.4 |
| Population (millions) | 9.1 |
| Urban Population Percentage | 27.6% |
Formation of Malaysia Era
For everyday folks in Malaya/Malaysia, this era was full of hope, political energy, and uncertainty. The lead-up to Merdeka (Independence) meant rising political organisation, negotiations, debates about citizenship, race, language.
Konfrontasi Era
For many Malaysians, Konfrontasi brought anxiety along the borders, especially in Borneo; small raids, ambushes, sabotage, and political tension impacted daily life.
Cold War
After WWII, the world splits into blocs—capitalist West led by U.S., communist East led by USSR. People everywhere feel the pressure: fear of nuclear annihilation, propaganda, ideological influence in media and education, proxy wars in Asia, Africa and Latin America.
MacDonald House bombing
On 10 March 1965, a bomb exploded at the MacDonald House in Singapore, killing three people and injuring dozens during the Indonesia-Malaysia Konfrontasi.
Battle of Plaman Mapu
The Battle of Plaman Mapu, fought on 27 April 1965, was a significant engagement in the Indonesia–Malaysia Confrontation, where a small British force successfully repelled a large Indonesian assault, marking a turning point in the conflict.
Separation of Singapore from the Federation of Malaysia
The separation of Singapore from the Federation of Malaysia on 9 August 1965 marked the end of a brief and contentious union, driven by political, economic, and racial tensions, leading to Singapore's unexpected independence and the reshaping of both nations' trajectories.
Opening of the National Mosque of Malaysia
The opening of the National Mosque of Malaysia on 27 August 1965 symbolized the young nation's unity, modernity, and peaceful progress eight years after independence from British rule.
Opening of Subang International Airport
The opening of Subang International Airport on 30 August 1965 marked a pivotal moment in Malaysia's post-independence infrastructure development, replacing the outdated Sungai Besi Airport and establishing the nation as a modern hub for international air travel in Southeast Asia.
Election of Sultan Ismail Nasiruddin Shah as Yang di-Pertuan Agong 1965
Sultan Ismail Nasiruddin Shah of Terengganu was elected as the fourth Yang di-Pertuan Agong of Malaysia in 1965, serving a five-year term that began on 21 September 1965 and played a crucial role in the nation's early post-independence stability amid regional conflicts and domestic challenges.
Battle of Bau
The Battle of Bau, fought on 21 November 1965 in Sarawak, Borneo, was a key engagement in the Indonesia-Malaysia confrontation.
1965 Southeast Asian Peninsular Games
The third edition of the Southeast Asian Peninsular Games (SEAP Games) was held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, from December 14 to 21, 1965, featuring competitions in 14 sports among six nations and marking Malaysia's first time hosting the event.
