The document summarizes how Marina Bay in Singapore serves as a model for the country's governance principles in sustaining growth in the 21st century. It highlights four key factors: 1) anticipating change and staying relevant by building attractions like Marina Bay Sands to improve the economy, 2) leadership being key to making decisions that benefit the country, 3) rewarding work to increase competitiveness, and 4) creating opportunities for all citizens regardless of abilities. Marina Bay Sands transformed Singapore into a tourist destination through its facilities and landmarks.
2. The Question
• Explain how Marina bay serves as a
model to the Principles of Governance
deployed to help Singapore sustain it’s
growth in the 21st Century.
3. 1st Factor: Anticipate change and stay Revelant.
• The government was able to anticipate
future obstacles that Singapore had to
overcome.
• Thus, they improvised on many aspects
of Singapore.
4. What the government did
• The governmentbuiltmanyfacilities such as the Casino, the MainaBa Sands and so on.
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5. • Here are some examples of the facilities
that are offered to all in Marina Bay
Sands.
7. 2nd factor- Leadership is key.
• For the country to prosper, we must have good
leaders.
• They have to do what benefits the country, not
what is popular among fellow citizens.
• An example is the building of the casino. When
the government first announced this proposition,
many people were against it, as they believed it
would bring many social problems. However, the
government knew that the casino would play a
big part in helping Singapore prosper.
8. 3rd factor- Reward for work, Work for Reward.
• As mentioned before, the construction of MBS
created many job opportunities for people.
• The government rewards people based on their
achievements and skills.
• This encourages people to work harder for a
better life.
• By doing this, the government is actually
increasing the competiveness between
Singapore and other countries, as there will be
more talented people in the country.
9. 4th factor-A S take F or E ve ryone , O p p ortu nitie s F or All
• The Government will create opportunities for
Singaporeans, regardless of their abilities, to realise their
full potential. It will not only develop Singapore as a land
of opportunity, but also diverse opportunities. It will
create more avenues for Singaporeans to pursue their
interests in fields that contribute to Singapore's
development as a vibrant and balanced society e.g.
sports, arts and culture. However, while ensuring ample
opportunities for everyone, the Government cannot, nor
should it guarantee equal outcomes.
10. • For example, to discourage citizens from entering the
casino, a high entrance fee is required for all residents.
Only foreigners were granted free access.
• This proves that the government listened to the citizens
feedback and pleas, and did their best to improvise and
meet the citizen’s needs.
