The Book
About
Singapore was an accident of history, an improbable nation that succeeded beyond anyone’s imagination. Today, it is hailed as an economic miracle, achieving a first world living standard in record time and on its own terms. This year, Singapore celebrates 60 years of independence.
A group of Singapore enthusiasts has come together to make sense of this miracle and ask questions about its endurability. As the founders and pioneers give way to technocrats in the digital age of AI, how much of the old is still relevant? Young Singaporeans consider themselves citizens of the world, but would they still be loyal and hold dear to the values that made Singapore what it is?
Through personalities that have contributed to its unique success, commentators and critics, this book takes stock of a people and their way of life. What is the secret sauce of Singapore’s success? What must change for it to stay relevant and remain special? Without natural resources, Singapore sees its people as its most precious resource, but who is the new Singaporean?
At 60, Singapore relooks at itself and (re)defines its existence and aspirations.
“Every time someone asked us about Singapore’s secret sauce, we stumbled. So we made this book to finally answer, fully and from the heart.”
— BIANCA CHEO
& FIONA LEUNG
(Co-Producers of RDSG)
Beyond parades and policy, this SG60 edition captures the unseen architecture of a nation: its people. Through 26 striking portraits of Singaporeans across generations and sectors, this book reimagines not just how far we’ve come, but where we must go and who we must become, if we’re to remain extraordinary.
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(Re)Defining Singapore
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Singapore was an accident of history, an improbable nation that succeeded beyond anyone’s imagination. Today, it is hailed as an economic miracle, achieving a first world living standard in record time and on its own terms. This year, Singapore celebrates 60 years of independence.
A group of Singapore enthusiasts has come together to make sense of this miracle and ask questions about its endurability. As the founders and pioneers give way to technocrats in the digital age of AI, how much of the old is still relevant? Young Singaporeans consider themselves citizens of the world, but would they still be loyal and hold dear to the values that made Singapore what it is?
Through personalities that have contributed to its unique success, commentators and critics, this book takes stock of a people and their way of life. What is the secret sauce of Singapore’s success? What must change for it to stay relevant and remain special? Without natural resources, Singapore sees its people as its most precious resource, but who is the new Singaporean?
At 60, Singapore relooks at itself and (re)defines its existence and aspirations.
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Format: Hardcover / Paperback
Length: 280 pages
Language: English
Publisher: World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd