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    Introduction: The National Multiple Sclerosis Society In Singapore The National Multiple Sclerosis Society is a non- profit organization that supports MS related research and provides programs for people with MS and their families. Multiple Sclerosis is an auto- immune disease. It is a chronic and often disabling disease that attacks the central nervous system. The mission statement of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society is to end the devastating effects of multiple sclerosis. The funds

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    Singapore was also renowned known for its strategic location within South East Asia and capturing the base would provide a significant boost in capabilities of naval invasions to other islands (Bergland, 2014, Online). Taking over Singapore would have crippled the Allies’ offensive capabilities within the South East Asian and Pacific regions while Japan could proceed to

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    Japan has a parliamentary government with a constitutional monarchy. The head of government is Prime Minister Yukio Hatoyama. The Prime Minister is elected by the legislative branch . The chief of state is Emperor Akihito. The emperor does not have any power. He is simply a symbol for Japan. The cabinet is led by the Prime Minister. The cabinet includes the ministers that the Prime Minister has appointed. The Japanese legislative branch or parliament includes a House Of Representatives and

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    enforcement will enable the society as a whole to shape up the language proficiency in the Malay language. In 1979, a report from the Special Cabinet Committee chaired by Dr. Mahathir Mohamad (Mahathir’s Report), who was the Minister of Education at that time (later become a Prime Minister since 1981), was finalized after a six-year study. The objectives were to achieve national unity in a multiethnic society besides increase the sense of patriotism, to produce skilled manpower for national development and

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    In the past few decades, Japan has experienced a rapid growth with various problems associated with urbanization. Japan has also been facing declining birthrate, aging population, poverty, and overcoming deflation. Urbanization has enabled economic growth but it has contributed to climate change, pollution, congestion, and the growth of slums. Also Social and Economic development cannot be achieved without addressing global warming and other environmental issues. Due to these problems, Japan has

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    Coin 5 * Reference List 9 Integrated Resorts: Two Sides of a Coin Concerns over the social costs aside, the Integrated Resorts will certainly benefit Singapore, economics professor Winston Koh tells Challenge. - By Susan Tsang Since the government first mooted the idea of Integrated Resorts (IRs) in Singapore, the topic has generated heated discussion, with those opposed fearing the social costs while others were keen to have theme parks and casinos within a convenient distance

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    The Fall Of Singapore was a devastating loss for the British Empire in WWII. As a result of this battle repercussions were felt by Australia. The Fall Of Singapore occurred on the 15th of February 1942, it was the end of the Malayan Campaign, which started on the 8th of December 1941. This campaign lasted for 68 days and left a significant legacy for everyone involved and many others. (Daily Mercury, 2012) In order to fully understand the fall of Singapore and how it affected Australia we must first

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    Competency, bureaucracy and public management reform: A comparative analysis Make sure I read before completing essay, very relevant! Also last seminar presentation (governance, NPM) Compare Public Management Reform in the UK with Singapore. What does the comparison tell you about the factors that shape public management in each country? Introduction Governments around the world are moving from outmoded tradition towards managerial modernity in attempt to get their public sector organisations

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    that led to cultivation of Singapore as a nation. The Japanese Occupation

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    potentially dilute national identity. However, Singapore has taken a firm stand, and opposed such laws. This essay will explore both the advantages and disadvantages of dual citizenship, but contend that dual citizenship poses more as a threat than a benefit to Singapore’s society. Due to the influx of permanent residences, the demand for the consent

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