5. Why is there greater diversity in Singapore now?

Why is it important that Singapore have an immigration policy that encourages people to come to Singapore?

• To maintain the racial balance between the different groups in Singapore.

• To ensure that Singapore have sufficient manpower to attract companies to set up here

• To help Singapore cope with an ageing population.

• To allow Singaporeans to have jobs that belong to the higher socio-economic status.

• To prevent customer base from shrinking, keeping Singapore attractive to companies selling products in Singapore.

How does our immigration policy contribute to the diversity in Singapore?

• Foreigners will come to Singapore for work.

• Singaporeans will have to compete with foreigners for jobs.

• Immigrants will bring to Singapore a diversity of cultures, practices and customs from their countries of origin.

• Singapore is encouraging people to immigrate here in order to prevent our workforce from shrinking and avoid brain drain.

What are some of the economic opportunities available in Singapore that attracts immigrants as well as MNCs?

• The people in Singapore are exposed to diversity from a very young age and are welcoming to foreigners.

• Singapore is the least corrupt country in the region, with clear and strict laws on business dealings.

• Singapore is a safe country that ensure the safety and well-being of immigrants and their family members.

• Singapore has an efficient electronic administration system, simplifying the process of establishing a company, registering for taxes, and submission of various forms online.

• There are many employment opportunities for immigrants because many business operate here, offering immigrants the chance of jobs that they may not have in their home countries.

How does the availability of economic opportunities in Singapore lead to greater diversity in Singapore?

• Singaporeans are migrating to other countries and this allows people from other countries to work in Singapore.

• Singapore ensures that foreign workers come only from specific countries.

• Workers cannot stay here permanently and that will ensure that there will always be different kinds of people in Singapore.

• Different types of foreign workers are attracted to Singapore to fulfil different economic opportunities available.

What are the different economic opportunities available in Singapore for foreign workers?

• Domestic workers

• PMET positions

• Political offices

• Retail positions

• Banking and finance industries

What are the features about Singapore’s social-cultural environment that appeal to immigrants?

• Singapore's education system

• High speed internet

• Community support

• Safe environment

• Nature

How can Singapore’s social-cultural environment lead to greater diversity in Singapore?

• With community support available in Singapore, workers from abroad will feel that it will be easier to adjust living in Singapore.

• Immigrants will want to work in Singapore as they feel that their families will be safe here.

• Workers from abroad feel that Singapore's currency will allow them to lead a comfortable life.

• Foreign workers with children will feel assured that their children will receive a high standard of education in Singapore.

What are some examples of community support available in Singapore for workers from abroad?

• The Myanmar Club

• Filipinos at Lucky Plaza on weekends

• Singaporean families

• Australian and New Zealand Association

• Self-Help Groups in Singapore