How stupid can you get? SG never stood with Mandela and ANC and couldn't even bothered to help the fight against apartheid?
Singapore is always on the wrong side of history until it's too late and everybody remembers that.
We're known to be selfish and backstabbers.
How you want SG to fight against apartheid? Send SAF troops to South Africa? Anyway, to educate you, I took it upon myself to gather the below info. Read it and hopefully, you can be smarter. Do your research, dumbo!
The Singapore government supported the anti-apartheid movement, notably by condemning apartheid and encouraging sporting sanctions against South Africa at the
1971 Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM), which took place in Singapore and produced the
Gleneagles Agreement. Singapore also did not establish diplomatic relations with South Africa until 1993, after apartheid had ended, reflecting its opposition to the system.
Key Actions and Events
- 1971 CHOGM:
Singapore hosted the 1971 Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting, where the Declaration of Commonwealth Principles was agreed upon, explicitly opposing apartheid.
- Gleneagles Agreement:
At the 1971 meeting, the Gleneagles Agreement was signed, a commitment by Commonwealth leaders, including Singapore, to discourage sporting contact with South Africa.
- No Diplomatic Relations:
Due to its opposition to apartheid, Singapore did not establish diplomatic relations with South Africa until 1993, when the apartheid system was being dismantled and eventually ended.
The Singapore government supported the anti-apartheid movement and recognized the African National Congress (ANC) as a legitimate representative of the South African people. They condemned apartheid as a system of racial oppression and advocated for the end of racial segregation in South Africa.
Singapore Government's View on Mandela and the ANC
Support for Anti-Apartheid Movement
The Singapore government has historically supported the anti-apartheid movement, recognizing the struggle against racial segregation in South Africa. This support was aligned with Singapore's own values of racial harmony and equality.
Diplomatic Relations
Singapore established diplomatic relations with South Africa after the end of apartheid in 1994. The government acknowledged Nelson Mandela's leadership and the African National Congress (ANC) for their roles in dismantling apartheid and promoting reconciliation.
Economic and Political Engagement
Post-apartheid, Singapore has engaged with South Africa economically and politically. The government views South Africa as a key partner in Africa, emphasizing cooperation in trade, investment, and regional stability.
Legacy of Nelson Mandela
Mandela is celebrated in Singapore for his commitment to peace and reconciliation. His leadership style and emphasis on forgiveness resonate with Singapore's approach to governance and social cohesion.