Dr Tan See Leng responds to PSP Leong Mun Wai’s CECA concerns with facts and reasons
Addressing the unhappiness surrounding the CECA, Dr Tan See Leng said the heart of the matter is how, we as a small country devoid of any natural resources remain open to global talent to create opportunities for Singaporeans, while managing the attendant social repercussions. Singapore has a good Singaporean talent pool, but our pool is […]
PM Lee: Our network of FTAs has benefited us enormously.
In a social media post yesterday, PM Lee reiterated the importance of our network of FTAs in creating investments and opportunities for our businesses, and jobs for our people. He also thanked the dedicated officers who spent years negotiating our FTAs and helping Singapore grow its links around the world. In his post, PM Lee […]
Crucial to play our cards right, seize opportunities for future generations of Singaporeans: Tan See Leng
Singapore remains an. attractive investment destination for many global businesses in the midst of this pandemic but only if we are seen as remaining open and connected to the world, Manpower Minister Dr Tan See Leng said. This is because almost all the multinationals in Singapore today serve markets beyond Singapore. Singapore is now at […]
Racism and xenophobia will be normalised if we are not careful: Shanmugam
Racism and xenophobia will be normalised if we are not careful, Law and Home Affairs Minister K Shanmugam said in Parliament (11 May). “Singapore is 725 square kilometers of rock. We have to make a living by being open to the world. We will fail if we allow racism and xenophobia to become prevalent, and […]
On Foreign Talent: My Side of the Story Working in a recruitment firm
As someone who works in a recruitment firm, I work with many MNCs on their recruitment needs. Trust me, we want to hire Singaporeans. Why wouldn’t we take care of our fellow countrymen/women? Unfortunately, the sad truth is that as companies look to cut costs, more are looking for combined skillsets and experienced individuals with […]
Protect the Singaporean Core: There is much value in our Singaporean workers.
I was introduced to Mr Leicester Chua from i-vic International some time back by a friend, “You have to meet this gentleman, he has so many ideas and it was just a pleasure chatting with him.” I got to know that the company has tried its best to hold on to its Singaporean workers amidst […]
Kirsten Han just happened to be at the protest? Don’t be fooled!
Kirsten Han just happened to be there when the protest took place outside MOE? Don’t be fooled. Parents should be wary of people like Kirsten Han. She is smart to keep herself safe and free, video recording the protest and providing a commentary while the students get arrested. Of course, she knew the students would […]
Myths about Meritocracy in Singapore. A response to Chua Mui Hoong’s article on meritocracy
It is misguided to think we are grappling with low-income workers or inequality because of meritocracy.
Every country in the world is grappling with the same.
Cancel CECA and return jobs to Singaporeans? Won’t happen. It’s competition in a digital world.
In a digital world, the competition for jobs is not a localized competition. So change your mindset and make yourself relevant to the entire world.
Singapore must remain open, but not blindly open, says Tharman at Singapore Summit
To remain successful and to stay competitive as an economic hub, Singapore needs to remain open to the flows of people besides being open to trade and investments. Staying open to the flows of people, however, does not mean staying ‘blindly open’ to foreigners.