Overview

Singapore, city of the lion, is plebiscited by expatriates who feel easily at home while living in the heart of Asia. Living conditions are very comfortable, with a mix of western influences and of vivid traditions (Singapore ranks 1rst amongst Asian cities for its quality of life- ECA 2008). The City-State is a mosaic of cultures with Malay, Chinese, Indian and Western festivals all the year round, with a Formula 1 Grand Prix since 2008, and enjoying an increasingly bustling cultural life. Life is peaceful and secure. The frameworks are excellent, and professional opportunities attractive. Singapore moreover is a fabulous platform wherefrom multiplying travels across the region.

Geographical situation:

• Area: 693 km2

Government

• Republic of Singapore
• President: Dr Tony Tan
• Prime Minister: Lee Hsien Loong - People's Action Party (PAP)
• Capital: Singapore
• National day: August 9th
• Symbol: the Lion (force, courage and excellence)

Economy

• Currency: Singapore dollar (S$ ou SGD)
• PIB: 161.347 Millions $
• PIB/hab: 48.900 $
• Growth rate: 1,2% (2008); 7,7% (2007); 8,2% (2008)
• Growth estimates 2009: -2 à -5%
• Unemployment rate (2008):2,3%

Population

• Population (2009):4.657.542 inhabitants
• Foreigners represent 30,9% of the active population.

Languages

• 4 official languages in Singapore: English, Mandarin, Malay and Tamoul. Malay is the national language. English is the business language. Mandarin is the mother tongue for a large proportion of Singaporeans with a chinese origine (3/4 of the population).

Religions

• Buddhism, christianism, Hinduism, Islam, Taoism

More information on the country:

• Statistics
• Statistics Singapore
• World Health Organization
• Contact Singapore a government website to attract talents in Singapore. Resources on job search websites, recruiting firms, company directories. links to the Straits Times, the most famous daily newspaper. Career fairs calendar. files entry by profile: Students/ Young professionals/ Experienced professionals/ Investors/ Overseas Singaporeans/ employers.