1971
| Currency Rate to USD | 3.1 |
| GDP Per Capita (USD) | 407.2 |
| Population (millions) | 10.4 |
| Nasi Lemak Price | 55 cents |
| Teh Tarik Price | 22 cents |
| Urban Population Percentage | 29% |
New Economic Policy Era
After racial riots in 1969, the government launched the NEP to reduce poverty and economic disparity, especially among Malays and indigenous folks.
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.
1971 Kuala Lumpur Floods
The 1971 Kuala Lumpur floods, triggered by intense monsoon rains in early January, caused the Klang, Gombak, and Batu rivers to overflow, leading to widespread inundation across Malaysia's capital.
Restoration of Parliament, 1971
The Restoration of Parliament in 1971 ended nearly two years of emergency rule in Malaysia following the 1969 racial riots, reconvening the Third Parliament and initiating reforms like the New Economic Policy to address ethnic tensions and economic disparities.
Signing of the Five Power Defence Arrangements
The Five Power Defence Arrangements (FPDA) was signed on 16 April 1971 by representatives from Australia, Malaysia, New Zealand, Singapore, and the United Kingdom, creating a consultative mechanism for the external defense of Malaysia and Singapore in response to the British withdrawal from Southeast Asia.
Universities and University Colleges Act 1971
The Universities and University Colleges Act 1971 (AUKU) was enacted by the Malaysian Parliament to regulate public universities and colleges, centralizing control under the government amid post-1969 race riots and rising student activism, while fostering higher education growth but sparking controversy over restrictions on student freedoms.
Launch of the New Economic Policy, 1971
The New Economic Policy (NEP), launched on 11 July 1971 by the Malaysian government, was a major affirmative action program aimed at reducing ethnic economic disparities and promoting national unity following the 1969 racial riots.
Founding of The Star
The Star, Malaysia's prominent English-language newspaper, was founded on 9 September 1971 in Penang amid the nation's post-1969 race riots recovery, serving as a vital platform for community reporting and national unity in a multi-ethnic society.
17th Commonwealth Parliamentary Conference
The 17th Commonwealth Parliamentary Conference, held in Kuala Lumpur from 13 September 1971, symbolized Malaysia's reintegration into international forums after the restoration of parliamentary democracy following the 1969 race riots and a period of emergency rule.
Southeast Asian Peninsular Games 1971
The 1971 Southeast Asian Peninsular Games, held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, from 11 to 18 December, featured athletes from seven nations competing in 15 sports, highlighting regional sportsmanship and Malaysia's hosting prowess amid geopolitical tensions.
