...Singapore I. Introduction Singapore officially the Republic of Singapore, is an island city-state located at the southern tip of the Malay Peninsula. The population of Singapore including non-residents is approximately 4.86 million. Singapore is highly cosmopolitan and diverse with Chinese people forming an ethnic majority with large populations of Malay, Indian and other people. English, Malay, Tamil, and Chinese are the official languages. Singapore is a parliamentary republic, and the Constitution of Singapore establishes representative democracy as the nation's political system. In 2009, the Economist Intelligence Unit ranked Singapore the tenth most expensive city in the world in which to live—the third in Asia, after Tokyo and Osaka. The 2009 Cost of Living survey, by consultancy firm Mercer, has ranked Singapore similarly as the tenth most expensive city for expatriates to live in. II. Body Singapore has a highly developed market-based economy, an export driven economy hugely dependant on export of goods to other countries. The economy depends heavily on exports and refining imported goods, especially in manufacturing. The manufacturing industry is well-diversified with significant electronics, petroleum refining, chemicals, mechanical engineering and biomedical sciences manufacturing sectors. Gross Domestic Product: Singapore has one of the highest GDP per capita in the Southeast Asia. Singapore is proclaimed as one of the four Asian Tigers because...
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...Singapore Singapore is located in Southeastern Asia, islands between Malaysia and Indonesia. “There are wide income and wealth differences, but the country is more differentiated by ethnicity than by class. All the ethnic groups have experienced upward occupational mobility. There is an intense focus on education. Good marks are a sure path to good positions with good wages. In this respect, Singapore is a meritocracy” (Leone,2014). The crime rate in Singapore is very low, the reason being is because they still enforce the death penalty and they still impose caning as punishment. Singapore is a republic with a parliamentary system. The head of state is the president, who is elected for a fixed term of six years and the cabinet is the executive organ of the state, and execution of government policies is carried out by ministries and statutory boards. Older people ideally are treated with respect, but wealth and status may supersede age distinctions. A social superior or an authority is treated with much formality. There are great differences between formal and informal events, situations, and places. In social interaction, a certain physical distance is kept, especially between men and women. Food rules of the ethnic groups are always respected (Sierra, 2014) Singapore is located in Southeastern Asia and they speak many varieties of languages. Some of the languages they speak are English, Malay, Tamil, and Standard Mandarin. English is the most common language there and...
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...1. About the country Singapore is a member of Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) and Asian Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) and it is an island country of the southern tip of the Malay Peninsula in Southeast Asia. Singapore has a strategic location for Southeast Asian shipping routes and also it is separated by the Straits of Johor from Singapore and Indonesia’s Riau Islands by the water side a decade ago. This country has highly development free market economy in which the economy is open and corruption-free. And the chief of state is the President and the head of government is the Prime Minister. 2. Political Characteristics In Singapore politics have been dominated by the People's Action Party (PAP) since the general elections of 1959, when Lee Kuan Yew became the first prime minister of Singapore. Foreign policy analysts and several opposition parties, including Workers' Party of Singapore and the Singapore Democratic Party (SDP) have argued that Singapore is one of state. This facto single party has led Freedom House to consider Singapore as not an appropriate electoral democracy. Singapore left the Common wealth in 1963 to join the Federation of Malaysia but was expelled from the federation in 1965 after Lee Kuan Yew disagreed with the federal government in Kuala Lumpur. Former Supreme Court of Singapore’s legal system is based on English common law, but with substantial local differences. Despite this , in the most recent parliamentary elections in...
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...Singapore: The Cultural Aspects Within ANT101: Introduction to Cultural Anthropology Instructor: Ronald Bolender Elena V. Parker June 12, 2011 The Cultural Aspects of Singapore I. Introduction II. The Primary mode of Subsistence III. Kinship A. Marriage B. Family IV. Social and Political Organization A. Religion B. Race C. Culture V. Conclusion Singapore: The Cultural Aspects Within The Singapore Culture consists of various ethnic backgrounds. They are alike in some ways and different in others. The culture consists of different organizations that describe the many aspects related to its culture. I hope to learn more as I continue my research of the Singapore culture. I think that I will find it quite similar to that of the American culture. Singapore was a part of the British Malaya for many centuries. The British came to an island and set up a port and colony, in the year 1918. For over two centuries the British ruled Singapore and its port. During this time Singapore attracted many migrants. Singapore became a republic, independent nation, after World War II. It remains the same today. The Singapore Population is made up of Chinese, Malays, Indians, Caucasians, and Eurasians. Singaporean culture is best described as a melting pot of mainly Chinese, British, Malay, Indian cultures; A reflection of its immigrant history. Despite rapid industrialization, the majority of Singaporeans celebrate the major festivals...
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...Laser Diagnostic Instruments (LDI) is an Estonian company, operating in the area of research, development, manufacturing and application of laser-based instrumentation. By the decision of a group of scientists in 1991 to apply their knowledge of lasers and electro-optics to practical commerce solutions, LDI offers analytical sensors to address environmental, industrial, and bio-medical issues, together with a range of software products that control measurements and handle data. LDI main products and services are based on novel laser, electro-optical and photonics technologies aimed at the real-time data assessment. Company developments and products quickly received worldwide recognition and the scientists' achievements have been acknowledged by prestigious international awards. The principal applications of LDI products and services are based on different technologies for each segments: o Laser induced fluorescence (LIF) is the technology that provides users with the tools to conduct broad and accurate environmental surveys of both water and ground in stressed environmental zones, which makes LID products specially suitable for oil spill response operations and others, like pipeline monitoring and leak detection. o Spectral Fluorescence Signature (SFS) is a very sensitive and selective tool to monitor many industrial processes on site and in real time, especially to ensure that products and processes start safe, meet standards, and remain safe at critical points throughout...
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...International Logistics Specialized Aspects of Singapore Central Washington University Tien Nguyen Tuyen Do Dat Phan Global Supply Chain Management Professor Ozden Bayazit May 22, 2013 1. What are the rough dimensions of the country in miles? * 271.8 sq miles (703.96 sq km) 2. What is the population? What percentage lives in the 3 largest cities? * 5,076,700 people (City Population, 2010) * The percentage lives in the 3 largest regions: +North East: 747,216 (14.72%) +West: 893,739 (17.60%) +Central: 929,082 (18.30%) 3. What is the predominant language? How widely used is English in business? * Official language: Malay (14.1%), English (23%), Standard Mandarin (35%), Tamil (3.2%) (Singapore: history, geography, government, culture and trade, 2012). * English is used widely in most business, especially international trade * There are 2 types of English: +Standard Singapore English (SSE): business, school& formal speaking. +Singapore Colloquial English (Singling): informal speaking. 4. What are the principle cities and political divisions which would have an impact on transportation? * Singapore is itself a city-state. * Principle towns: * Toa Payoh * Ang Mo Kio * Choa Chu Kang * Bedok * Tampines (City Population, 2010) 5. What are the principle products for the country (top 3-5 in each of the following categories) - Overall (produced in the country): * Electronic integrated...
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...Tourism background in Singapore Tourism is at its rapid expanding stage. Being in the 21st century, most of people are traveling and visiting attractions all around the world. There are seven continents on earth and these continents constitutes of many states and even tiny islands that can be considered as a tourism destinations and attractions. Where it is accessible, there will be tourists. Singapore has one of the largest service sectors in tourism. For Singapore to take this advantage as a tourism destination, it has contributed 3% of Singapore's GDP which has generated a sum of US$ 9.4 billion in 2007. As one of the most popular countries in Asia, Singapore has been growing rapidly for the past few years. With the help of the tourism industry, it has strengthened the infrastructure developments, in addition of various events and the countries strategic location in the heart of region. This shows how much the role of tourism industry can play in Singapore's economy. To ensure that tourism remains a key economic pillar, a bold target, Tourism 2015, was unveiled in the year 2005. The objectives of Singapore is to triple the tourism receipts to US$ 30 Billion, doubling visitor arrivals to 17 Million, and creating an additional 100,000 jobs in the services sector by 2015, according to "Opportunities in Singapore Tourism Industry (2007-2009)". Having all these advantages, the negatives are also a factor to look at so by doing this research; I will have a better view on the...
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...Part I The founding of Singapore is a journey which is comprised of many ups and downs. Many characters and groups played a part into the creation of this country. There were also events that took place which led to the alteration of other’s decisions. One of the major factors that contributed to the founding of Singapore would undoubtedly be the contributions and efforts put in by Sir Stamford Raffles. “In 1795, at the age of 14, Raffles found employment at the British East India Company (EIC) in Leadenhall Street as a temporary clerk.” As an employee of the EIC, Raffles’ performance was exceptionally good. With his efforts and hard work recognised by his superiors, he was eventually appointed as Assistant Secretary to the newly-established Pinang Presidency in 1805. Being an intelligent and ambitious person with great diplomatic skills, Raffles had a personal desire to expand the British trade empire through the development of the EIC. Therefore, competing with the Dutch to gain the upper hand of the trade in the Eastern Seas was a crucial stepping stone towards his goals. He recognised that gaining control over the Straits of Melaka would be essential to boost their trading activities and the overall reputation of the British Empire as a world-leading trading nation. Hence, he frequently initiated “attempts to counter Dutch influence in Sumatra and expand British presence elsewhere in the Eastern Seas”. However, the well-intentioned Raffles faced opposition from carrying...
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...the process of nation-building in Singapore Xing Siyuan As a “young” country established in 1965, Singapore has been beyond success over the last 20 years in both economic and educational field. However, there seems less to be thought as local history in Singaporean school due to its short past. Knowing about the past of one’s own country is a really important part of nation-building for any country. Singapore is no exception. It can work at the very beginning that Singaporean without knowing the past can develope their country fast and good. But for a country to have continues vitality and vigilance. “Knowing this history(how Singapore succeeded against the odds to become a nation) is part of becoming a Singaporean. It is the backdrop which maks sense of our present, it shows what external dangers to watch out for, and where our domestic fault lines lie...our young must understand Singapore’s unique challenge, constraints and vulnerabilities.”[1] As the prime minister Lee Hsien Loong said, not knowing Singapore’s history make people apathy and lack of willingness to meet challenges, especially for the young generation that had never go though the hard time. “I thought our people should understand how vulnerable Singapore was and is, the dangers that beset us, and how we nearly did not make it.”[2] Lee Kuan Yew, regard as father of Singapore, also state the importance of knowing the past to the future of national building of Singapore. Learning the history of our country...
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...Religion in Singapore Singapore’s government has been applauded for its approach to attracting business and fostering social harmony, while simultaneously censured for being too restrictive and even dictatorial in its approach to public policy. Media coverage on the topic of religion in Singapore has been varied in both its tone and the sources from which it is derived; news media stationed outside of Singapore’s boundaries have depicted a largely positive view of interfaith relationships, while domestic media outlets have stressed the unrest caused by religious divisions amongst Singaporeans. Historically, Singapore was known as a port-city with an “entrepôt” style economy, primarily due to its proximity to major South Asian, commodity-exporting countries. Today, Singapore’s favorable tax laws continue to make it a central figure in the South Asian economic landscape. Singapore is a country of roughly 5.5 million people and, due to economy and geography, is a culturally diverse city-state. Primarily Chinese, Indian, and Malaysian peoples comprise Singapore’s citizenry, with western businessmen representing a small sliver of the population and a large portion of the country’s wealth. Religious diversity within Singapore remains high; an estimated 83% of the population subscribes to a religious belief system. There are five predominant faiths within the country, with no one comprising more than 30% of the population. In aggregate, members of Buddhism, Christianity, Islam...
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...In 1963, Malaysia was formed when the federation of the eleven Peninsula states was joined by Singapore, British North Borneo (renamed Sabah) and Sarawak (Marshall Cavendish Corporation, 2008). Yet, Singapore was expelled from it after two years to become an independent country. Although both of them belong to the same geographical area which is ASEAN, the acronym for Association of South-East Asian Nations, they seem to be different in their development levels (Association of South-East Asian Nations, 1967). It is undeniable that these two countries are sharing several similarities since they are located relatively close to one another. However, there is still a difference in many aspects. These similarities and differences will be apparent with the comparison based on geography, language, education and political system. From the geographical point of view, Malaysia and Singapore are neighbors because Singapore is the islands between Malaysia and Indonesia. Both of them are located in South-East Asia and having the same climate which is tropical (Central Intelligence Agency, 2013). The situation is absolutely different when it comes to their physical geography. Most of Malaysia is covered by forests and mountains as it consists of a large area of land which is about 330,000 square kilometers whereas Singapore is covered by a small area of land which is approximately 700 square kilometers. In addition, the highest mountain in Malaysia, Mount Kinabalu, is 4100 meters above...
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...General Information about Singapore Background and brief history 1819: Sir Stamford Raffles founded Singapore as a British trading post. Mid-1860s: Singapore became a major port-of-call for ships plying between Europe and East Asia, thanks to the opening of the Suez Canal in 1869 and a new technology: the steamship. The country continues to look for ways to exploit new technologies to ensure its survival and well-being. Around 1900: Before the close of the 19th century, Singapore enjoyed unprecedented prosperity and trade expanded eightfold between 1874 and 1913. It attracted immigrants (the first foreign talents) from around the region. 1941: The peace and prosperity ended when Japanese aircraft bombed the sleeping city in the early hours of 8 December. Singapore fell to the Japanese on 15 February 1942 and was renamed Syonan (Light of the South). It remained under Japanese occupation for three-and-a-half years. 1945: Singapore reverted to British administration when the British forces returned in September, but not to the home they had left. The seeds of nationalism had been sown by the Japanese, who had demonstrated that an Asian power could overthrow a Western colonial power. 1948: When the Communist Party of Malaysia tried to take over Malaya and Singapore by force, a state of emergency was declared in June. The emergency lasted for 12 years. Some of the tactics used to defeat the Communists (such as hamletting, where villagers are placed...
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...Singapore Culture Vera Brickey Anthropogist 101 September 20.2011 Instructor:Michael King This report will therefore bring you through the changes that had taken place in Singapore’s labor market from the past to present. I will touch on a few crucial aspects leading to these changes, namely, globalization, technology advancement, and education. Last but not least, I will also comment on the strategies some employers had adopt on ensuring their continuing success. Singapore is a small island country in Southeast Asia. It lies at the southern tip of the Malay Peninsula near the meeting of the South China Sea and the Indian Ocean. Singapore consists of a large island and more than 50 smaller islands. The large island, which is also called Singapore, covers about 250 square miles (650 square kilometers). The other islands have a combined area of about 20 square miles (50 square kilometers). About half are uninhabited. Singapore was originally settled by Great Britain in 1819 as a port of call. The British used Singapore to extend their territories in Indonesia. It remained under British rule until 1941 when Japan bombed and captured Singapore. After three years of Japanese rule, British forces returned to the island. By this time Singapore was longing for self-government. Singapore realized its need for independence in 1959 holding its first general election. The new, independent Singapore was voted into the United Nations in 1965. On December...
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...LKY (Rong Xuan): -stares awkwardly at the headlines of a newspaper nearby that reads “Singapore is out”- Sigh...I guess this could not be prevented. Perhaps it was fate that we had to separate and fate for Singapore to be independent, a chance for us to prove ourselves to the world. Even so, it really saddens me that this merger no longer exists and that Malaya and Singapore are no longer one people, one country. I think that one of the most important factors was the racial tension between the people. I mean, how is one country to prosper if its citizens cannot get along? GKS (Sining): Yes and I think that the racial riots in July 1964 evidently displayed the severity of the racial tensions between the Malays and the Chinese. s National Organization). They tried to create a social hierarchy where Malays were superior to all other races. For instance, there are spots which are specially reserved for bumiputeras, who are the indigenous people of the Malay Archipelago, in post-secondary learning institutions. This evidently is not fair to the other races and is an obvious show of prejudice and discrimination. We cannot exactly blame the people for being upset, resulting in riots. JA (Yanqi): Hey! What do you mean it is UMNO’s fault? I am not one to mince words. There was strong, valid discontent among the Malay population on the way Mr Lee had treated them. To take my speech out of context and to suggest that I (and UMNO) instigated the riots is not fair reporting. In case you...
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