Lee Kuan Yew opposes Australian troop move from Malaysia
Singapore Prime Minister Lee Kuan Yew said Australia would have been better off keeping troops in West Malaysia rather than moving them to Singapore. He argued the Malaysia position was more sensible militarily and politically and would have given Australia greater influence over regional security.
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Need for Cooperation in regional security amid riots
British Defence Minister Healey told Canberra reporters that regional riots highlight cooperation needs. He said unrest would not affect planned defence exercises involving Britain Australia New Zealand Malaysia and Singapore. His VIP jet touched down as authorities faced airport closure threats.
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Britain Eyes Regional Defence Steps Amid Malaysia Talks
In Kuala Lumpur discussions Healey signals a forward move in regional security. The UK considers lightly armed troops and joint cooperation to bolster presence in Malaysia and Singapore, with an emphasis on refurbishing Britain's defence image and avoiding permanent joint commands.
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Australia Could Move Troops To Singapore Says Mr Lee
Mr Lee said the Australian decision may aim to reduce troop exposure to risky situations and project minimum risk and maximum influence by shifting battalions to Singapore. He noted Singapore would benefit from more battalions and that the region’s stability hinges on how the Vietnam conflict is resolved and on education and social programmes to deny Communist influence.
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Singapore PM warns Australia may not return to status quo
Lee Kwan Yew told an International Centre Foundation luncheon that Britain’s withdrawal from Southeast Asia and closing bases ended any chance of returning to the old order. He warned Australia would unlikely rejoin a stable regional balance if it pulls out, stressing Britain’s decision altered influence and regional dynamics.
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Singapore PM warns Australia New Zealand over Singapore security
Singapore Prime Minister Lee Kuan Yew warned in Sydney that if Australia and New Zealand pull their forces from Singapore, Singapore would have to make other arrangements and would not rely on America. He spoke as guest of honour at an Australia Malaysia Singapore Association dinner, stressing national interest and independence in regional security.
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