Singapore - Where passion is made possible
Singapore is much more than the sum of its numerous attractions. It’s constantly evolving, reinventing, and reimagining itself, with people who are passionate about creating new possibilities.
It’s where foodies, explorers, collectors, action seekers, culture shapers, and socialisers meet and new experiences are created every day.
Don’t stop at finding out what you can do when you visit. Let our Passion Ambassadors show you what you can be when you’re here. Because we’re more than just a destination.
Singapore- a must visit
Whether you’re an insatiable foodie, a lover of the arts or an irrepressible daredevil, Singapore’s endless possibilities are certain to fuel the fires of your passion. Here’s a peek into what the Lion City has in store for you.
Thrills, spills and nonstop action
From high-flying thrills to up-close encounters with the creatures of the night, Singapore is filled with activities that’ll have you channelling your inner action hero.
To soar high on adrenaline, hop on a cable car and make your way to Sentosa. This island resort’s dizzying array of attractions include the world’s largest wind tunnel for indoor skydiving, movieinspired rides at Universal Studios Singapore™ and Mega Adventure – Singapore, home to Southeast Asia’s steepest zip wire.
Adrenaline seekers who’d like to walk on the wild side should also pay a visit to Singapore’s award-winning Night Safari, the world’s first nocturnal zoo, home to
over 2,500 animals from 130 species. Paradise for foodies
Eating is said to be a classically Singaporean past-time, and it’s not difficult to see why. The Lion City is home to a constellation of Michelin-starred restaurants, ranging from Japanese fusion dishes at Beni to French cuisine at Odette.
Besides internationally acclaimed establishments, our city’s diverse culinary landscape is best exemplified in its local hawker culture. To sample true-blue hawker eats, drop by Chinatown Complex Food Centre, a sprawling hawker centre that houses over 260 food stalls amidst the world’s most affordable Michelin-starred meal—liao Fan Hong Kong Soya Sauce Chicken Rice and Noodle..
Passion all-year round
Singapore’s status as a global metropolis means that visitors get to enjoy a thrilling annual line-up of art festivals, music extravaganzas and sporting events. No matter the time of the year you’re visiting, you’re bound to find a festivity to fuel your passion.
Sports fans hoping to experience adrenaline rushes on the pitch, field and the racetrack can look forward to the HSBC Singapore Rugby Sevens, the International Champions Cup Singapore and the legendary Grand Prix Season Singapore respectively. If you’re in the mood to dance, be sure to time your trip to coincide with much-beloved dance parties like ULTRA Singapore and Zouk Out.
Singapore’s strategy through economic challenges is to help companies and workers adjust to the new realities in a targeted manner and transform the economy for sustainable growth.
WHY IT MATTERS
As an open economy that is heavily dependent on trade, Singapore cannot expect to be insulated from the challenging global environment. Rather the nation believes it is important to “be clear about the causes of the illness” in order to “deliver the right medicine”.
WHAT CAN SINGAPORE DO?
Trade and Industry Minister Chan Chun Sing has said it is the job of the Government to help local enterprises grow, so as to create better jobs.
Capitalise on existing strong business fundamentals
Mr Chan believes that Singapore needs to build on its strengths to distinguish itself from its competitors. These strengths include having a stable, pro-business environment based on the rule of law, a progressive regulatory environment which promotes innovation, a stable tripartite partnership between government, unions and employers, a skilled workforce and good connections to markets in Asia and beyond.
Diversify and deepen access to markets
Mr Chan has also stated that Singapore must work with like-minded countries to explore new areas of co-operation that can bring about mutual benefits such as in the digital economy, which he said will allow Singapore to transcend its conventional constraints in geographical size and location.
Innovation
Innovation will allow businesses to compete on the quality of ideas, standards and the trust mark, rather than on price alone. Mr Chan cited the development of the Jurong Innovation District as part of Singapore’s ambitions to become a hub for advanced manufacturing. “It will enable companies to collaborate with researchers to develop new products that can push the boundaries of manufacturing,” he said.
Helping enterprises expand beyond Singapore
Mr Chan also said that it was the job of the Government to help local enterprises grow, so as to create better jobs. “We are also helping more companies to scale up and penetrate markets beyond Singapore. This is the reason why MTI launched the Scale-up SG Programme, to help our local promising enterprises,” he said.
Remaining relevant
Singapore needs to be attuned to shifts in global supply chain patterns and distribution networks, Mr Chan said. “No matter where they shift, we must seek to plug ourselves into the global trading system,” he said. “We don’t just wait for people to trade with us and through us, we aim for people to trade on our platform.”
He also said that existing industries such as agri-tech, precision medicine as well as autonomous vehicles and smart mobility are being transformed.
NOTABLE QUOTES
Besides addressing economic challenges, Mr Chan also spoke about trends in global politics, and Singapore’s own brand of governance.