The formation of the international immigrantsociety in modern Singapore

Abstract

In exploring the formation of the international immigrant society in modern Singapore, we delve into the intertwiningfactors that have shaped its unique social structure. We begin by examining the historical context, tracing the waves ofmigration that have influenced the nation’s identity. We then consider the effects of Singapore’s immigration policiesand how they’ve opened avenues for diversity. Moving forward, we dissect the influences of multiculturalism, which arevisibly ingrained in everyday life in Singapore. Lastly, we examine the economic drivers that make the city-state attractiveto immigrants. Throughout our analysis, we highlight the key roles of the government’s promotion of multiculturalismand its strategy to attract talent, affirming these as major contributors to the richness of Singaporean society...