National Service In Singapore
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National Service In Singapore
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Author : Shu Huang Ho
language : en
Publisher: World Scientific Publishing
Release Date : 2018-11-29
National Service In Singapore written by Shu Huang Ho and has been published by World Scientific Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2018-11-29 with Political Science categories.
National Service (NS) is one of Singapore's foundational public policies. First implemented by the British in 1954, amended in 1967 to provide a means to defend a fledgling independent nation, and codified into its present form in 1970, NS is a key pillar of Singapore's defence. Its significance, however, goes beyond defence. With over 1 million male Singapore citizens and permanent residents having served NS, and consequently involving many more — family members, friends, employers and colleagues — in different ways, NS is deeply woven into Singapore's political and social fabric. This volume brings together a range of scholarly perspectives on NS which explore its past, present and future in four sections: The history of NS, NS in practice, debates on NS and an international perspective. Comprising chapters by individuals from varied backgrounds, National Service in Singapore offers a broad account of one of Singapore's oldest public policies.
Defending The Lion City
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Author : Tim Huxley
language : en
Publisher: Allen & Unwin
Release Date : 2000-12
Defending The Lion City written by Tim Huxley and has been published by Allen & Unwin this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2000-12 with History categories.
Surrounded by larger and more populous nations in the heart of the Muslim Malay world, Singapore has been acutely aware of its vulnerability since separating from the Malaysian federation in 1965. Singapore's government has met its defense needs with characteristic determination, building powerful, well-equipped and highly-trained armed forces based on a relatively small professional core and much larger numbers of conscript and reservist citizen soldiers.
A Soldier At Heart
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Author : Winston Choo
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2021
A Soldier At Heart written by Winston Choo and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2021 with Generals categories.
""Don't be a coward. What are you afraid of? Never mind if people do not take favourably to what you have to share. Just be honest and truthful, don't embellish but humbly present your story." This was how Winston Choo convinced himself to write this memoir. As a boy, all he wanted was to be a soldier. Never in his wildest dream did he imagine that he would, one day, have three stars on his shoulders. He tells how he was groomed by Dr Goh Keng Swee to lead the Singapore Armed Forces - and yet had to surmount hurdles within both the military and civilian administration. He relates how he shaped the structure, values and culture of the SAF by focusing on people and esprit de corps, and taking a strategic yet pragmatic approach. After 33 years being a man of war, he found himself once again handpicked, this time to be a man of peace - first in the diplomatic service, then as Chairman of the Singapore Red Cross. His novel experience of being ADC to President Yusof Ishak and his astute dealings with the military around the world for the SAF ensured his success in making friends for his homeland. Stricken with cancer, but ever disciplined and never ready to surrender, Winston Choo shares what keeps him soldiering on"--Publisher's description.
Serving Singapore My Journey
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Author : Veluthevar Kanaga Rajan
language : en
Publisher: World Scientific
Release Date : 2019-11-12
Serving Singapore My Journey written by Veluthevar Kanaga Rajan and has been published by World Scientific this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2019-11-12 with Biography & Autobiography categories.
This book by a pioneer generation civil servant is a fascinating and an engaging account of Singapore's spectacular development from a sleepy backwater village to a first world State within a single generation and defying, in the process, all odds against its survival. This story is unique in many ways and starts right at the beginning when Singapore became a self-governing State in 1959, the same year the author entered the civil service. The author's involvement and participation in the detailed planning of pioneering policies, the strategies adopted and their implementation at the ground level by many front line ministries and institutions, in which he has served for more than four decades, have given him a unique hands-on experience and observations derived in working from the inside — in areas ranging from slum clearance to representing the State overseas. The story also details how the cooperation between an honest and visionary leadership and the citizenry created an effective professional, proactive and productive public administration, which excelled in service delivery at home, and enabled the State to punch above its weight globally, overcoming at the same time many political, economic and security challenges, amongst others, and always ever mindful that nothing in the scheme of things can be taken for granted. The success achieved and the many lessons learnt therefrom have universal application and had attracted global interest.The story is very well illustrated with compelling and illuminating insights and richly complemented by the author's anecdotal observations throughout.
Perspectives On The Security Of Singapore The First 50 Years
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Author : Barry Desker
language : en
Publisher: World Scientific
Release Date : 2015-07-22
Perspectives On The Security Of Singapore The First 50 Years written by Barry Desker and has been published by World Scientific this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2015-07-22 with Political Science categories.
Perspectives on the Security of Singapore: The First 50 Years explores the security of Singapore in the last 50 years and its possible trajectories into the future. This volume brings together the diverse perspectives of a team of academics with different expertise, ranging from history to political science to security studies with a common interest in Singapore. The book is further boosted by the recollections of key civil servants involved with foreign affairs and defence, such as S R Nathan, Peter Ho, Bilahari Kausikan and Philip Yeo.
Beating The Odds Together
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Author : Mattia Tomba
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2019-11-08
Beating The Odds Together written by Mattia Tomba and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2019-11-08 with Political Science categories.
2019 marks the 50th anniversary of Singapore and Israel's long and fruitful relationship. From Jewish contributions to the economic, political and social development of early and modern-day Singapore, to current-day collaborations between both countries in the fields of science and technology, the Lion City and the Start-up Nation have forged strong and indelible bonds. Written by eminent Singaporeans and Israelis, the articles in this volume trace the growth and development of Singapore-Israel bilateral ties over the past five decades and celebrate the mutually beneficially relationship between the two countries.
Managing Diversity In Singapore Policies And Prospects
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Author : Mathews Mathew
language : en
Publisher: World Scientific
Release Date : 2016-05-11
Managing Diversity In Singapore Policies And Prospects written by Mathews Mathew and has been published by World Scientific this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2016-05-11 with Social Science categories.
Singapore society is increasingly becoming diverse. During the first few decades of nation building, policies were designed to homogenise aspects of Singaporean society while enshrining principles to allow restricted amounts of diversity. Fast forward to the present, and fifty years after independence, the number of areas where diversity is profoundly apparent remains copious, and its manifestations more varied.This book provides an updated account on the tensions posed by diversity in Singapore and how this is being managed, primarily by the state through policies and programmes but also by communities who attempt to negotiate these tensions. Such an enquiry is crucial especially at this juncture when the nation is finding ways to embrace the different forms of diversity brought about through external impetuses, as well as manage internal reactions from the various communities. The book chapters highlight important considerations if Singapore's diversity management strategies will hold promise for the future.
Constructing Singapore
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Author : Michael D. Barr
language : en
Publisher: NIAS Press
Release Date : 2008
Constructing Singapore written by Michael D. Barr and has been published by NIAS Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2008 with History categories.
Singapore has few natural resources but, in a relatively short history, its economic and social development and transformation are nothing short of remarkable. Today Singapore is by far the most successful exemplar of material development in Southeast Asia and it often finds itself the envy of development in Southeast Asia and it often finds itself the envy of developed countries. Furthermore over the last three and a half decades the ruling party has presided over the formation of a thriving community of Singaporeans who love and are proud of their country.
Critical Issues In Asset Building In Singapore S Development
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Author : S Vasoo
language : en
Publisher: World Scientific
Release Date : 2018-06-19
Critical Issues In Asset Building In Singapore S Development written by S Vasoo and has been published by World Scientific this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2018-06-19 with Business & Economics categories.
Singapore's progress as an independent nation and the uplifting of its people's livelihood have been made possible by stable social and political conditions. A more important factor in driving these positive changes lies with people-centric leadership. One can contrast the case of Singapore with societies led by self-serving leaders whose lack of honesty and integrity brings about immense social and economic hardships to various communities. When people suffer under undesirable circumstances, they often migrate to seek better future for themselves and their families.This book reveals how Singapore's governance grounded on the principle of asset building facilitates the country's growth and development. Policies being discussed in this volume include multi-culturalism, accessible housing, social mobility for low-income families, water resource management, and national conscription.Highly relevant for students, policy makers and the general public interested in socio-political and economic development issues, this unique piece of work not only gives readers a documentary account of what has been undertaken to empower and assist citizens in the last 50 years or so, but also prompts them to reflect on Singapore's future trajectory.Related Link(s)