Why was it necessary to form Malaysia?

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The discussion surrounding the Malaysia Agreement 1963 (MA63) reveals that many in Sabah and Sarawak focus on the terms of the agreement rather than the historical necessity of forming the Federation of Malaysia. This conversation highlights the complexity of regional identities.

WHEN the present generation of Malaysians in Sabah and Sarawak talk about the Malaysia Agreement 1963 (MA63), they talk mainly about the terms and conditions of entry of Sarawak and North Borneo (Sabah) into the Federation of Malaysia. Seldom have I heard about why it was necessary to form that federation. After more than half [...] The post Why was it necessary to form Malaysia? appeared first on Borneo Post Online.