1960s - 2000s
National and Global City
Singapore's identity has always been defined by its economic success. The challenge today lies in developing global citizens who are attuned to the demands of the 21st century.
1960's
SELECTED IMAGES FROM 1960's
Singapore's first national day
On 9 August 1966, Singapore marked the first anniversary of its independence with the inaugural National Day Parade held at the Padang
Singapore separates from Malaysia and becomes independent
On 9 August 1965, Singapore separated from Malaysia to become an independent and sovereign state
1970's
Selected Images from 1970's
HistorySG
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Toa Payoh housing estate was selected as the Games Village of the 7th Southeast Asian Peninsular (SEAP) Games that was held in Singapore from 1 to 8 September 1973
Benjamin Sheares becomes second President of Singapore
Henry Sheares was elected the second president of the Republic of Singapore by parliament on 30 December 1970, and was sworn into office on 2 January the following year
Selected Images from 1980's
1984 Parliamentary General Elections
The 1984 parliamentary general election was held on 22 December to elect 79 members of parliament (MPs). The election date was set after parliament was dissolved on 4 December.
Changi Airport Officially Opens
Benjamin Changi Airport, located at the eastern edge of the island, is Singapore’s international airport. It replaced Paya Lebar Airport in July 1981
1990's
Selected images from 1990's
Ong Teng Cheong is the first elected President of Singapore
Ong Teng Cheong was the fifth president of the Republic of Singapore and the first to be popularly elected by the people in the 1993 presidential election
Goh Chok Tong becomes Prime Minister of Singapore
Goh Chok Tong was formally sworn in as the second prime minister of Singapore on 28 November 1990
2000 - Present
2006 Parliamentary General Election
The 2006 parliamentary general election was held on 6 May. It was called after parliament was dissolved on 20 April
Lee Hisen Loong becomes Prime Minister of Singapore