This document discusses Singapore's involvement with the United Nations (UN) and how international relations have benefited Singapore. It notes that Singapore was admitted as the 117th UN member, which allowed it to gain international recognition as a sovereign state. Singapore has also served as a non-permanent member of the UN Security Council. The UN helped Singapore's economic and social development when it first gained independence. Overall, international relations and cooperation with the UN have helped Singapore develop relationships with other countries and monitor global issues.