The Social Organization of Singapore

Singapore has a highly developed market which has historically revolved around extensive exports trade, in other words an export driven economy hugely dependant on export of goods to other countries.

One of Singapore's key principle is to maintain a stable environment in Southeast Asia. Threats of terrorism is taken very seriously. By having economic, political and cultural ties, Singapore is able

Globalization is the tendency of investment funds and businesses to move beyond domestic and national markets to other markets around the globe, thereby increasing the interconnectedness of different markets. It not only increases international trade but also cultural exchange. Globalisation touches all aspects of a nation, be it economic, political, or sociocultural. The main objectives of globalization include – incorporating all the people from different worlds into a single global society which improves communication and persuades foreign companies to invest in the country which will bring revenue and improve the economy (Scholte, 1997). The country that will be discussed in this essay is Singapore which is a wealthy city state in south-east Asia with a population of 5,888,926 as on July 2017(est). Once a British colonial trading post, today it is a flourishing global financial hub and known as one of Asia's economic "tigers". Singapore has perfectly embraced a capitalist economy where the state is controlling all the stakes in companies. Also, because of the highly free market there are more than 7,000 different business companies in Singapore and the Port of Singapore is the busiest since the opening of Suez Canal which helps to increase import and export. The major success of Singapore is because of its strategic location and natural harbour from which 40% of the world maritime trade passes (BBC Report, 2017). With a GDP of $297 billion (2016 est.), Singapore has

Singapore faces two very crippling issues that are unlikely to be solved internally within the next few years, and as such are left with little choice but to rely on our foreign friends. Let’s look a little deeper.

However, the development of Singapore’s society cannot be predicated on pure economics alone. Even though globalization has enabled Singapore to fare well in economic development, however, termed the perils of success, globalization has brought about undesirable

Singapore has a capitalised mixed economy. Having strong international trade links, Singapore possesses one of the most open economies for international trade and investment. Singapore offers foreign investors a pro-business environment, excellent infrastructure, highly-skilled and cosmopolitan labour force, and a robust legal/judicial system. These competitive factors have set Singapore apart from other locations, winning several accolades including: §

1) Curbing Singapore growing population during early economic development is arguably the main factor leading to Singapore lower birth rate. This argument has been supported by Asher (2008) saying Singapore has experienced below-replacement

Nonetheless, the impact of the crisis on Singapore was much less severe, and this report seeks to

The Singapore economy has experienced one of the highest rates of growth in the world over the past three decades(Ramkishen S. Rajan, 2009). The figure below indicates the national income like GDP and labour market during 2006 to 2009.

Founded as a British trading colony in 1819, Singapore later joined the Malaysian Federation in 1963, but separated two years later and became independent. Over the years, Singapore has grown its international trading links becoming one of the most prosperous countries. Singapore has been compared to the leading nations of Western Europe when it comes to its per capita gross domestic product (GDP). Singapore has one of the world’s busiest ports when comparing most tonnage handled. After officially gaining sovereignty in 1965, the People’s Action Party (PAP) has dominated Singapore’s politics. With a large amount of government-controlled companies in the local economy, and its powerful position, Singapore’s government has maintained a clean, corruption-free image. With their dealings with communists during the early years the PAP’s governing philosophy is best described as a Socialist Democracy. Maintained by the paternal guidance of the PAP, came Economic growth and political stability. Even though bureaucrats not politicians administer Singapore, meritocracy is power, which is gained through performance, skill, and loyalty to the policies of the nation. The Constitution of Singapore is the Supreme law. With the constitution for the three organs of the state (Executive, the Legislative, and the Judiciary), It lays down the fundamental principles and framework for them to operate.. The only way the constitution can be amended is with the approval of more than two-thirds of

Although the majority of citizens were poor and uneducated, and Singapore itself possessed no natural resources, Lee felt that Singapore’s people were the only resource needed for the country to succeed and he began reordering the life of the people drastically. Singapore radically improved as a country during the times when Lee Kuan Yew was the prime minister; their per capita GNP has now surpasses their previous invader, Great Britain. It is now one of the world’s largest oil refiners as well as the world’s center of industries. Singapore transformed from simply a rusting harbor to the world’s center of finance within such a short period of time. For instance, back in 1965, Singapore was ranked the same as other countries such as Chile,

The purpose of this report is to analyze opportunity and challenges for the association of Southeast Asia Nation (ASEAN) to promote trade and economic integration in the region.

About two hundred years ago, Raffles arrived at a small fishing village in Melaka Strait, took charge of it and started a new generation. Now, this small fishing village is named Singapore and became one of the most globalized countries in the world. Raffles, the adventurer in 1819, is still an iconic hero in Singapore’s social memory. This paper will interpret the founding of Singapore in 1819 as a result of four main factors: Raffles’ ambition as a clerk of the East India Company, the Anglo- Dutch competition, Malay policy and Temasek’s revival as a trading emporium in 14th

About two hundred years ago, Raffles arrived at a small fishing village in Melaka Strait, took charge of it and started a new generation. Now, this small fishing village is named Singapore and became one of the most globalized countries in the world. Raffles, the adventurer in 1819, is still an iconic hero in Singapore’s social memory. This paper will interpret the founding of Singapore in 1819 as a result of four main factors: Raffles’ ambition as a clerk of the East India Company, the Anglo- Dutch competition, Malay policy and Temasek’s revival as a trading emporium in 14th

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