Book launch – Hard Choices: Challenging the SG Consensus
The political and policy consensus that the PAP government has maintained over five decades of independence appears to be fraying. The assumptions that underpin Singaporean exceptionalism are no longer accepted as readily as before. Equally, the challenges that Singapore faces defy easy answers. This collection of essays suggests...
SG needs to address its treatment of migrant workers
Bangladeshi migrant workers gather to demand overdue pay. (Photo: Vivek Prakash/REUTERS) (21 April) Unrest is spreading among Singapore's migrants over working conditions. How can a country of millionaires justify failing to act? Faced with low wages and poor working conditions, Singapore's migrant workers are beginning...
Filipino group awakens anti-foreign anger in S’pore
116th Philippine Independence Celebration (22 April) A group of migrant Filipino workers recently criticized online for an event they were organizing in Singapore to celebrate Philippine Independence Day has rekindled discussion about the city-state’s relationship with foreign workers. The Pilipino Independence Day Council...
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- PAP mandate strong on Strong hailstorm strikes China’s Xi’an causing airport roof leaks, hundreds of cars destroyed
- PAP mandate strong on Strong hailstorm strikes China’s Xi’an causing airport roof leaks, hundreds of cars destroyed
- Light The Way on A False Analogy That Insults the Intelligence of Singaporeans
- Ownself Praise Ownself on 我们是否该重新思考国防开支的优先顺序？
- Liar on Strong hailstorm strikes China’s Xi’an causing airport roof leaks, hundreds of cars destroyed
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