In the heart of Asia lies Singapore – a bustling, world-class city-state that has made waves around the world for its business excellence, connectivity to the rest of the world, and innovation.
With its high standard of living, political stability and cosmopolitan outlook, Singapore is the ideal place to work, live and play.
Where Life is Good
Singapore is a republic in Southeast Asia of 710.2 sq km, approximately one degree north of the equator. The island is safe from natural calamities and the climate is tropical all year round.
The signature trait of Singapore is its multi-cultural makeup. Its people are made of Chinese (76.8%), Malay (13.9%), Indian (7.9%) and other races. This diversity also translates into a unique mix of religions, languages, cultural traditions and cuisines. The successful integration of the different segments of population has created a quiet respect for each other. In Singapore, it is not uncommon to find a mosque next to a temple, and mixed marriages reinforcing social cohesion.
Where Life is Good
Singapore is a republic in Southeast Asia of 710.2 sq km, approximately one degree north of the equator. The island is safe from natural calamities and the climate is tropical all year round.
The signature trait of Singapore is its multi-cultural makeup. Its people are made of Chinese (76.8%), Malay (13.9%), Indian (7.9%) and other races. This diversity also translates into a unique mix of religions, languages, cultural traditions and cuisines. The successful integration of the different segments of population has created a quiet respect for each other. In Singapore, it is not uncommon to find a mosque next to a temple, and mixed marriages reinforcing social cohesion.
The standard of living is high in Singapore. This is evident even by just walking around the city. Spanking new shopping malls and towering skyscrapers trace the Singapore skyline, while people travel on clean streets and a modern public transport system.
According to a 2004 survey by the Political and Economic Risk Consultancy (PERC), expatriates expressed positive sentiments about living here, especially with regards to healthcare and educational services. Among its other attractive attributes are safety, cleanliness and efficiency. The Mercer Quality of Living 2009 also ranked Singapore top for quality of life in Asia.
A Playground for Global Talent
A Playground for Global Talent
The business climate in Singapore is marked by robust trade and investment, providing professionals and investors a strong platform for working and doing business. Global citizens feel right at home in Singapore, with over 7,000 MNCs operating here. Singapore offers a stable base where companies can consolidate their knowledge and competitive advantage, leveraging their positions to seize opportunities and drive their expansion into the emerging markets of Asia.
The major industries in Singapore are electronics, oil and gas, financial services, shipping and chemicals, just to name a few. The Singapore government seeks to maintain its competitiveness by diversifying into value-added activities in the manufacturing and services sectors, as well as identifying and investing in new growth sectors, such as clean technology and biotechnology.
The major industries in Singapore are electronics, oil and gas, financial services, shipping and chemicals, just to name a few. The Singapore government seeks to maintain its competitiveness by diversifying into value-added activities in the manufacturing and services sectors, as well as identifying and investing in new growth sectors, such as clean technology and biotechnology.
About one in four skilled workers in Singapore come from overseas. To work in Singapore is to join an international workforce that is highly skilled and proficient in English and often one other regional language. The government and corporations also believe in training, offering continuous opportunities to boost the qualifications, productivity and skills of the labour force. All these factors make Singapore-bred talent highly valued and sought after, especially in the light of a global economy.
Source: http://www.contactsingapore.sg/why_singapore/overview/
Source: http://www.contactsingapore.sg/why_singapore/overview/
