Singapore 61th Anniversary of Independence

From 1965 to 2026, Singapore has gone through an extraordinary journey to become one of the world's most prosperous and stable nations.

Historical Timeline

1819

Raffles established a British trading post, laying the foundation for modern Singapore.

1942-1945

Japanese Occupation during WWII brought major political and social changes.

1959

Self-government achieved; Lee Kuan Yew became the first Prime Minister.

1965

On August 9, Singapore became an independent sovereign nation.

1980s-1990s

Economic boom, becoming one of the Four Asian Tigers.

2000s-2020s

Established as a global city, a hub for finance and shipping.

2026

Celebrating the 61th anniversary of Singapore’s independence and looking forward to the future.