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Singapore
Founded in 1819 as a British colony, Singapore joined the Malaysian Federation in 1963, however the country quickly severed ties and became independent (Central Intelligence Agency). Singapore has subsequently become one of the world’s most prosperous economies building strong international trade links with its GDP rivaling that of the leading nations of Western Europe (Central Intelligence Agency). In this paper I will provide an in-depth discussion of Singapore and its distinct cultural characteristics which have resulted in it becoming a powerhouse in the world’s economy.
Flag and Coat of Arms
Singapore’s national flag is the most predominant symbol of its statehood (About Singapore). Its national flag reflects the ideals beliefs and values that its people stand by as a nation amidst their rich and diverse make-up (About Singapore). The flag is red and white with a crescent moon and stars (About Singapore). Red stands for universal brotherhood and equality of man (About Singapore). White symbolizes pervading and everlasting purity and virtue (About Singapore). The crescent moon represents a young nation on the ascendants, and the five stars depict Singapore’s ideals of democracy, peace, progress, justice and equity (About Singapore).
The coat of arms is a symbol that represents Singapore’s status as a self-governing and independent state. (About Singapore). It was launched on December 3 1959, and unveiled together with the national flag and national anthem (About Singapore). It consists of a shield emblazoned with a white crescent moon and five white stars against a red background, supporting the shield is a lion on the left and a tiger on the right (About Singapore). There is a banner below the shield inscribed ...

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Main Industries and Products
Singapore’s main industries and products are electronics, chemicals, financial services, oil drilling equipment, petroleum refining, rubber processing and rubber products, processed food and beverages, ship repair, offshore platform construction, life sciences, and entrepot trade (Central Intelligence Agency).
Most Interesting Aspect
The most interesting aspect of Singapore is how its diverse multi-racial population is able to mesh and with one another with no racial division’s or conflicts existing between each ethnicity such that they do not just coexist but create a seamless diffusion (Culture of Singapore). This is evident as the celebration of many different traditions is enjoyed by all and not just the group in which the traditions are practiced (Culture of Singapore).

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