Prime Minister of Singapore

Helmrich, 2015, p.n.g). Lee Kwan Yew is the Leader of Singapore, informally known by his initials LKY, was the first Prime Minister of Singapore, ruling for more than three decade from 1959 to 1990. He was the leader to bring independence to the Singapore from Malaysia in 1965; it was 9th August 1965, morning at 10 a.m., 90 words that changed the life of the people of Singapore and Malaysia, (Yap, n.d.). The voice was from the Singapore Prime Minister LKY. ‘‘Whereas it is the inalienable right of a people

an entrapment exercise in 1993. Being a conservative society, Singapore has doled out harsh punishments against the Lesbians, Gays, Bisexuals and Transgender (LGBT) community. ‘Singaporeans are [also] disallowed from even speaking in public places about homosexual-related issues” (Oswin, 2008). This essay not only seeks to analyze the film, but also, use the Gramscian theory of hegemony to examine the challenges faced by the Singapore state government in promoting their ideas of a heteronormative

an entrapment exercise in 1993. Being a conservative society, Singapore has meted out harsh punishments against the Lesbians, Gays, Bisexuals and Transgender (LGBT) community. ‘Singaporeans are [also] disallowed from even speaking in public places about homosexual-related issues” (Oswin, 2008). This essay not only seeks to analyze this film, but also, use the Gramscian theory of hegemony to examine the challenges faced by the Singapore state government in promoting their ideas of a heteronormative

Leadership Critique When talking about greatest leaders in our daily lives, I always tend to look for characteristics of the Great American President Abraham Lincoln, Singapore’s first prime minister Lee Kuan Yew in people who are touted to be leaders. In reality, it is very difficult to find people who are inspired by these great legends and follow their principles without any aberrance. Talking about Leadership in workplace, it is bit different. It is all about the leader how he gets his work

General Culture and Business Etiquette The culture in Singapore could be described as authoritarian, pragmatic and rational due to the types of cultures that reside there. Although the main business language is English, there are some important customs to take note of before traveling to, or doing business with, Singapore. The main cultural traditions in Singapore are linked to India, China, and Malaysia, and Singaporeans are known to be loyal business partners with a strong trade foundation in

Civil Liberties Singapore suffers from several constraints regarding freedom of speech, which directly impacts the atmosphere of the country’s political and civil systems. Freedom House scores their civil liberties at a 32 out of 60. Domestic newspapers, radio stations and television channels are owner by companies linked to the government and it is rare that a newspaper publish critical content involving the government due to general support of state policies (FreedomHouse, 2015). Although the

During World War II, Singapore was conquered and occupied by the Japanese Empire from 1942 to 1945. British Military Administration was formed to govern the island until March 1946. Much of the infrastructure had been destroyed during the war, including electricity and water supply systems, telephone services, as well as the harbor facilities at the Port of Singapore. There was also a shortage of food leading to malnutrition, disease, and rampant crime and violence. High food prices, unemployment

SINGAPORE Table of Contents Introduction3-4 The Education in Singapore5 School grades6 Top Universities 7 Scholarship 8 Government Scholarship9 Private funds9 The government of Singapore10-11 Ministries and responsibilities of ministers12 Culture and truism 13-15 language16 religion16-19 art20-21 The economy in Singapore21-22 budgeting and planning22 Labor23 Foreign labor23 Trading partner24 Currency, trade and investment regulation 25 Financial Center Development25 Singapore’s

INTRODUCTION In Singapore, the government exercises political power through laws within the country known as the constitution. The body of people within the government sets and administers the public policy. Under the article 4, the constitution is stated to be the supreme law. If it is supreme, no laws enacted by parliament should breach the constitution. Its main function is to protect and guard fundamental liberties of its' citizen; collectively referred to as freedom of speech, assembly, and

of World War Two such as the failed Malaya campaign, the fall of Singapore, the bombing of Pearl Harbour and the stretched resources of Britain, led to Australia developing a more independent foreign policy however, independent of Britain. The changing of alliance between Britain, Australia and the United States of America has led to a substantial impact on shaping Australian society and where Australia are today. The fall of Singapore and the Malaya campaign brought the war extremely close to Australia