North Borneo Self-government Day is observed on 31 August commemorating the day in 1963 when North Borneo, now known as Sabah, gained self-government from British colonial rule. This event was a significant step toward the formation of Malaysia, which occurred later that year on September 16, 1963, when Sabah, along with Malaya, Sarawak, and Singapore, joined to form the Federation of Malaysia.
Self-government allowed Sabah to exercise greater control over its internal affairs, laying the groundwork for its participation as a state within the newly established federation. The day is an important part of Sabah's history, reflecting its journey towards self-determination and eventual inclusion in Malaysia.
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