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Singapore: Economy

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The World Bank classifies Singapore as an upper middle income country. Singapore's economy grew in the 1960s when leaders opted to emphasize industrialization as a major component of the country's emerging businesses.

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Singapore: The Future (1:27)

Nowhere in the world do so many ethnic and cultural backgrounds live in peaceful coexistence than in Singapore. The rapidly modernizing nation is poised to be a strong leader in Southeast Asia.

Singapore: Industry (1:54)

Singapore's main industries are rubber, fishing and tourism. The soil is not very fertile -- consequentially, most of its food is imported.

Singapore: Architecture (1:44)

In the late 1980s, an effort was begun to stop the rapid expansion of modernization in architecture. The remaining historical landmarks were restored to their previous grand states and again became important fixtures in the history of Singapore.

Singapore: Economy (0:54)

The World Bank classifies Singapore as an upper middle income country. Singapore's economy grew in the 1960s when leaders opted to emphasize industrialization as a major component of the country's emerging businesses.

Singapore: Education (0:40)

Education is not mandatory, but 87% of the population can read. Free education is offered in grades K - 12.

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Singapore: A South Asian Success Story (20:01)

Singapore has the highest standard of living in Southeast Asia, guarantees all of its citizens a place to live and has virtually no crime. This program explores how Singapore's government has worked to achieve these optimal conditions for its... More »

Singapore: The Future (1:27)

Nowhere in the world do so many ethnic and cultural backgrounds live in peaceful coexistence than in Singapore. The rapidly modernizing nation is poised to be a strong leader in Southeast Asia.

Singapore: Industry (1:54)

Singapore's main industries are rubber, fishing and tourism. The soil is not very fertile -- consequentially, most of its food is imported.

Singapore: Architecture (1:44)

In the late 1980s, an effort was begun to stop the rapid expansion of modernization in architecture. The remaining historical landmarks were restored to their previous grand states and again became important fixtures in the history of Singapore.

Singapore: Economy (0:54)

The World Bank classifies Singapore as an upper middle income country. Singapore's economy grew in the 1960s when leaders opted to emphasize industrialization as a major component of the country's emerging businesses.

Singapore: Education (0:40)

Education is not mandatory, but 87% of the population can read. Free education is offered in grades K - 12.

Singapore: Food (0:47)

Food is another multicultural aspect of Singapore. A variety of Asian and Western foods are found in the markets and restaurants.

Singapore: Religion (1:30)

Numerous outside influences established Singapore. The English and the Chinese were primary contributing groups.

Singapore: Culture (1:34)

Many cultures come together in Singapore. Three quarters of the population are Chinese.

Singapore: Government (2:01)

Singapore ranks first in protection of its citizens. There are no homeless and little crime due to the country's strict laws.