HumanitiesArea StudiesHistoryAsian HistoryAsian StudiesSocial HistorySouth Asian HistorySurvey Research
Deals with the historical background related to the racial problems in Malaysia and Singapore, and the efforts made by the government to minimize communal differences. Discusses superficiality of Malaysian ethic harmony, citing economic unrest and problems of currency. Describes Penang riots and their political aftermath. Cites growing criticism of the Tunku and the Alliance Party with the approach of National elections. Gives a history of the political opposition, and discusses the possibilities of success for a new party in opposing the Alliance Party