Lee Kuan Yew inherited Singapore in 1965, and brought about one of the greatest social changes seen in the modern world over such a short period. Within twenty years, the people were housed and employed, the streets were clean and businesses began to migrate to this new bastion of hope in otherwise corrupt Asia. Of course, all political enemies - Chia Thye Poh to name but one - were kept out of the picture.

Is Singapore Sterile and Dull? The Minister for Finance and Foreign Affairs, George Yeo, said: 'We have to pursue this subject of fun very seriously if we want to stay competitive in the 21st century'. Having said that, the perception of the individual is all that matters. In the searing heat I ran up the 36 flights of stairs today, in an attempt to feel less guilty about all the beer from last night. Within 2 hours, I was drunk again. I don't percieve Singapore to be dull.

Sinagpore, as the taxi driver bitterly referred is a Fine Country. Litter, spit, yadda yadda yadda and you will be fined.
- posted by Daniel @ Saturday, April 17, 2004