“SINGAPORE THROUGH MY EYES”
S ingapura
I sland
N ational Pride
G arden City
A mbitious
P arliamentary republic
O lympic sensation
R acial Harmony
E xcellence
Singapore is the smallest country in South East Asia, with only a 4.9 million population and an area of 704 km2 . It was once a Malay fishing village named Singapura, the “Lion City”.
In 1819, Sir Stamford Raffles founded Singapore and established a trading post on the island. Singapore achieved its independence in 1963 and has developed into an energetic young nation.
Though we are small, we have made big names in the world. SIA, Temasek Group and Creative have all proven to be our national pride.
Singapore is famed as a “Garden City” with its beautiful scenery and cleanliness. The luxuriant greenery is not an overnight miracle, but over 40 years of perseverance and determination.
As a safe and organized country, tourism is an important industry in Singapore. Last year, we had our own “mission impossible” by successfully organizing our first “F1 Night Race”. The amazing light effect and the tremendous sound from the race were simply unforgettable.
Singapore is a shopping and food paradise with our annual “Great Singapore Sale” and “Food Fair”. The reliable and advance medical service is also one of our nation’s pride.
As an ambitious nation, we have come this far by remaining competitive and is rated one of the most business friendly economy in the world.
Singapore is parliamentary republic .We are fortunate to have our government as one of the most politically transparent ones in the world. Our good leaders with broad vision are leading the country to allow us to enjoy peace, harmony and wealth.
We had won our first medal in the Olympics. Everyone is overwhelming with excitement as Singapore will be hosting the first Youth Olympic Games in 2010. I believe that this “Olympics Sensation” will make us into a more health conscious nation.
If New York is like a “Big Apple”, then Singapore is like a “Big Rojak”, nicely blended in terms of races, religion, culture and food. As a multi- cultural nation, we have Chinese, Malays, Indians and Eurasians. Racial harmony is the key factor of Singapore’s prosperity today. Almost everyone is bilingual and our unique “Singlish” distinguishes the Singaporean from other nationalities.
During this year’s International Friendship Day, I learnt about ASEAN and Singapore being a member of ASEAN. I learnt the importance of maintaining a close and good relationship with our neighbouring countries.
Though we are facing global economic recession, we have faith to sail through the tough times and strive towards EXCELLENCE !
I would like to take this opportunity to express my gratitude to my lovely country,
S ingapore.
I love you.
N urturing me,
G lowing bright.
A spiring me,
P olishing fine.
O h, my country, Singapore
R efining me
E very moment I remain
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