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Republic of Singapore Independence Act 1965 s 3

s 3 Transfer of sovereignty and jurisdiction

3. The Yang di-Pertuan Agong of Malaysia shall with effect from Singapore Day cease to be the Supreme Head of Singapore and his sovereignty and jurisdiction and power and authority, executive or otherwise, in respect of Singapore shall be relinquished and shall vest in the Head of State.

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