SS3.2.2 ePrinciples of Governance

Topic: Singapore: Nation in the World/Governance in Singapore

How is governance practised in Singapore? What are the guiding principles of governance?

Review: Singapore: What are the challenges of being a nation?

• National Security: Diplomacy & Defence
• Economic Survival: Industrialisation & Trade
  
• Social Cohesion: National identity & inter-ethnic relations
  
• People's Needs: Education, Healthcare & Housing

Understanding goals: What are the principles of good governance
Read Social Studies Textbook 3 pp. 32-39.

• Incorruptible Leadership (Leadership is key)
• Pragmatic & Forward-looking government (Anticipate change)
  
• Meritocratic Policies (Work for Rewards)
  
• Fairness & transparency in decision-making (Opportunities for all)
  

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