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What was the main reason behind Singapore's push for an export-oriented economy?
What was the main reason behind Singapore's push for an export-oriented economy?
- To address the tension between Chinese and Malay populations
- To reduce reliance on foreign imports and promote self-sufficiency
- To counteract the impact of colonial legacy and establish economic independence
- To reject import substitution method and boost economic growth (correct)
What was the significance of subsidized housing and investment guarantees in Singapore's economic strategy?
What was the significance of subsidized housing and investment guarantees in Singapore's economic strategy?
- They were intended to promote social equality and integration
- They sought to bridge the wealth gap between Chinese and Malay populations
- They were designed to reduce the cost of living for factory workers
- They aimed to attract and retain a low-wage and disciplined workforce (correct)
What was the primary objective of Singapore's public housing investment?
What was the primary objective of Singapore's public housing investment?
- To provide affordable housing for factory workers and promote industrial growth (correct)
- To address the housing needs of the Malay population after decolonization
- To create a diverse and inclusive living environment for different cultures
- To establish a modern and historical landscape for religious and national identities
What was the outcome of Singapore's 1968 laws aimed at factory workers?
What was the outcome of Singapore's 1968 laws aimed at factory workers?
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How did Singapore's landscape contribute to the formation of religious and national identities?
How did Singapore's landscape contribute to the formation of religious and national identities?
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