Nationalism and de-colonisation in Singapore.
March 30th, 2024 | 
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The name PJ Thum may not be strange to readers, maybe not the younger generation.
Following the liquidation of the Communist United Front after 1963 there followed a vacuum of nationalist manifestation.and out of this undercurrent patriotic rejuvenation emerged a group of powerful crusaders headed by a dynamic commander PJ Thum to seek justice for the deprived and down-troddened in such an all embracing cataclysm that rattled the powers that be to the core.
I first knew PJ Thum as an Oxford undergraduate writing his thesis for a doctorate degree and gave him an interview to enable him to do it. After that I never heard from him until recently when he appeared to present me with his tome the Nationalism an decolonisation in Singapore.I think the book is a whit highbrow in view of the litany of academics who featured in the book but it nevertheless does not detract from the magnificient comprehensive narratve of Singapore's history and security even to the extent of some revolutionary incident quite remote to be remembered.
PJ showed exceptionally remarkable insight into Singapore history, especially on the Chinese students' resistance against national service and the colonial intrigues behind the foundation of Nanyang University which Special Branch had predicted would be a major security problem. As it turned out the Special Branch was spot on when it had to deal with NU students' agitation and rioting inspired by pro-communist elements. Nu had the full support of the Chinese community but lukewarm response from non-Chinese and English-educated Chinese.
I think PJ, like most Western historians, may nor be able to capture the pivotal role of Lim Chin Siong in the anti-colonial struggle efficiently to show His dynamic personality which could have changed the history of Singapore. The MCP Central Committee issued an October Resolution in 1951 to form a second front to complement its armed struggle and Lim Chin Siong emerged out of the blue to become the undisputed commander of the Communist United Front. He would fit into the most outstanding freedom-fighter with a charisma that mesmerized the Chinese masses. Lee Kuan Yew was simply no match in any electorial contest with Lim Chin Siong. Lee even introduced Lim as the future prime minister of Singapore to his guests at a social gathering. This was where God intervened and it was Special Branch with the imprimatur of Chief Minister Lim Yew Hock who put paid to the political ambition of Lim Chin Siong and his communist allies and prevent Singapore from coming under communist rule.
This PJ narrative is worth the pleasure reading by Singaporeans to just think how near they were to come under a communist regime.
Yoong Siew Wah
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If it is true, the Special Branch did a good job.
Thanks to the Special Branch.
All CCP supporters must be arrested and thrown into jails.
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Sg has zero nationalism. No, it has negative nationalism.
De-colonisation? A change of colonial master. Some elite are so so happy and grateful to serve tea.
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Ours is spelt as nationaLee$m?
The old nationaliSm is gone some 20 years ago.
Who to point finger?
AnyONE wanna Kee-chiu.
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What nationalism when foreigners are imported by the millions to take over the country and share its reserves and wealth…and when foreigners are imported to take over key and well paying jobs from Singaporeans?
And Singaporean sheep can only baa and baa and baa.
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Got rid of Lim Chin Siong because he was an upfront communist. How about LKY? Wasn’t he a veiled communist who changed his skin like the chameleon to show he was a democratic? By taking away the mother tongues of the Chinese and forcing Mandarin onto the Chinese, wasn’t LKY like the Communist, social engineering the people?
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Putin and Xi are real nationalists. They are busy and take great pride in leading their people. They have no time to count money. The non-nationalist politicians are counting money.
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Some of Your female supporters are shameless, low class and act like ten flew over the cuckoo’s nest.
Even in front of their own children also purposely talk loudly. Like the fat cunt at IKEA.
The MaLAY ONES ALSO. Like Blk 366 clementi. BODOH
You need to spray insect repellent at them.
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Would you consider Singapore leaders visiting Beijing as CCP supporters?
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SRFR is the biggest CCP agent/supporter. He’s shouting hard to get political support for a China company. He’s shouting harder than China FA.
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One must be careful of the influx of foreigners into Singapore. Especially those from India. Losing jobs to these people is only part of the story. With their sectarian tendencies, like hatred against Muslims, once they become the majority,they will show their true colors. Also, if they monopolize financial and military power, this republic is doomed.
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The influx of foreigners, especially those from India is especially worrying. And the job issues which many Singaporeans are facing is just the beginning. Once they become the majority, given their treatment of Muslims and minorities back in their homeland, there can only be trouble ahead. We must vote wisely in the coming GE, for if financial and military power rest in these newcomers hands, we are doomed!
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Our great PAP is there for business purposes and are open about it.
Unlike your demoncracy Europe/U$, while the U.S. and European allies banned the import of Russian oil and natural gas after Russia invade Ukraine, they secretly import it behind the scene.
https://energypost.eu/deadly-loophole-third-countries-are-refining-russian-oil-and-exporting-it-to-eu-and-g7-perfectly-legally/
This is the hypocrisy of you Opposition demoncracy.
Goodness me.. Opposition are so simple minded and gullible.
You are good canon fodder for CIA to use and dump.
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Goh Meng Seng,
You are a coward like SINGAROAR who ran away from my questions.
Can you don’t be a coward and answer my 3 questions first ?
https://www.tremeritus.net/2024/03/30/how-many-persons-to-fix-a-light-bulb/
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This anti-China anti-Chinese is most likely not a ccp agent. Nobody will pay him for that. He’s just plain stupid and become a cannon fodder in the US minefield.
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Ma talks nationalism.
我這次訪問大陸11天，讓臺灣的年輕人深刻瞭解中華歷史文化，認識到即使我們和大陸的政治制度不同，生活觀與價值觀也不一樣，但我們都是炎黃子孫，同屬中華民族，這是我覺得這次最重要的收穫。我也希望臺灣的年輕人，拋開意識形態，認識到臺灣與大陸的歷史與文化連結，不是政治切得開的。更重要的是，兩岸的中國人可以和平處理爭端，只要有共同的政治基礎「九二共識」，兩岸就可以繼續對話。
昨天與習近平先生會面，他認真聽取臺灣年輕人的意見，也誠懇一一回覆，表達大陸推動和平發展，共創兩岸福祉的決心，我覺得這對兩岸交流是很正面的訊息。習先生也表達對花蓮震災的哀悼，我覺得這也是非常好的，我們未來會持續推動兩岸青年交流，讓臺灣人更平安，更幸福。
T$ai talks traitorism.
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Serbia is “proud” of its ironclad position on Ukraine conflict, President Aleksandar Vucic has said. Serbia will not be blackmailed into adopting the Western line regarding the Ukraine conflict and imposing sanctions on Russia, President Aleksandar Vucic said on Thursday.
Belgrade has traditionally maintained close ties with Moscow and has striven to remain neutral since the hostilities between Russia and Ukraine broke out two years ago. Vucic has said on numerous occasions that his government has come under pressure from Western powers to place sanctions on Moscow.
“The position we expressed eight days after the conflict in Ukraine began is still valid today. Serbia is proud of its position,” Vucic told journalists on Thursday, when asked if he had faced demands from French President Emmanuel Macron during a visit to Paris earlier this week.
Even a relatively small country refuses to be a US crony, and US expects China to follow its orders?
Was Singapore pressurized to sanction Russia, or did they do it voluntarily?
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@ China Nationalism:
Yes, good time for you to migrate to China.
Tech: Sorry, China has NO migration policy for ANY nationality, period.
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How about applying for permanent residency ?
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Not sure if below info credible or not ? Maybe interested parties check with China embassy.
Documents you need when applying for the permanent residence permit are:
Your valid passport.
Your visa.
Two passport photos.
Completed application form for the permanent residence permit.
Resume.
Proof of clean criminal record.
A health certificate.
https://visaguide.world › asia › tem…
Obtaining a Temporary Residence Permit in China – Visa Guide
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You should be the first to apply. You need to check whether your advice (go China) is feasible.
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