One of the reason why i chose Singapore as a place to study is because Singapore is considered as a safe and clean country. I personally think Singapore is still safer than Korea as the crime rate in Korea is higher than Singapore but i would not say it is a safe country because i see the room for improvement from my daily life in Singapore. I think Singapore should work actively on installing CCTV cameras. In Korea, CCTV cameras should be intalled in all the elevators and stairs in every buildings, schools, apartments and houses by law. It is strictly controlled under the government so wherever I go in Korea, i can find CCTV cameras easily but in Singapore, i still see some places without CCTV cameras. In my condo, there is no CCTV camera in elevator. This is very dangerous because there is no proven evidence to track the murderer. Even if there is murderer roaming out freely in Singapore, it is very hard to catch him without CCTV records.
Singapore is very famous as a clean and safe country among many foreigners coming to Singapore. I really hope Singapore to remain as a country where people can stay without worries about their safety. Singapore is changing its landscape and demographics very fast and this brings along new challenges in security climate.
As a result,I think community involvement in security and safety efforts is very essential in our neighbours safe.The citizens of Singapore also should be more vigilant and take actions such as reporting suspicious charaters. Every actions done by individuals can help to deter and detect crime.
Tuesday, 12 July 2011
Prabhu's review on the article
Nowadays Singapore crime rate is increasing, a total of seven bodies found in various reservoir such as from Bedok, Serangoon and etc. According to the police report it’s identified to be a man’s body, it is said to be an unnatural death and this issue have caused a major impact among Singaporeans. The reservoir is currently undergoing desalting and the 5% of water is not being used for water supply. So the residence would have been drinking the water even before the body was found, wouldn’t this make us feel very uneasy!
The police have to look at this case very seriously as the murderer is roaming out freely in Singapore and we don’t know who might get murdered next. So everyone must take serious precautions in order to be safe. Personally I would suggest the PUB should install a CCTV camera in order to prevent this kind of incidents, so no one dares to go near to the reservoir to commit this kind of murders.
Widia's Comment
It seems that a body was found at Serangoon Reservoir recently and this is the seventh body found within seven weeks. This is indeed puzzling as there are human bodies found in different water bodies in Singapore within such a short period of time. Just last month, a body was found at Bedok Reservoir. These bodies will pollute waters and it is most worrying that we, Singaporeans, are consuming this water. The body was not found on the day and time it was thrown. The body would have decomposed over time and bacteria from the body would have seeped into the waters. The residents nearby who do not know of the body, would be happily consuming the water or use it for their everyday routines. Water in Singapore used to be certified as safe for consumption but in no time, it will no longer be with such cases occuring more often than usual. Even though water goes through a filtration process before reaching homes, how sure is it that the waters are 99.9% free from bacteria especially after being exposed to decomposing bodies? Perhaps it is time that the police force look into this matter and start stepping up their security. They could install cameras nearby the water bodies so that they are updated 24/7 with the things that occur around the area. They have to start taking action before they lose the trust from the public. For this case, Serangoon Reservoirmeets the demand of 5% of the Singapore citizens. 5% may be a small figure but it still just as important. Not forgetting that Singaporeans, are known to be "kiasu", it might be much harder to gain their trust after they have consumed polluted water.
David's comment
After reading this article, it made me feel disgusted. This is not the first time this incident occured. I can't believe that this is the seventh body found in 7 weeks. On a average, it's about 1 death every week. What has happened to the citizens of Singapore? Is murder really a popular trend now? Do we really have that much of people to kill? Singapore is already under going an ageing population. This case has been classified as unnatural. They say Singapore is a safe country, but is this still true? First we have have floods, now we have rising numbers of muder cases. Also, the body was found in Serangoon reservoir and Serangoon and Punggol reservoirs makes up 5% of Singapore's total water supply. This is very disgusting..
Body found in Serangoon Reservoir
AsiaOne
Tue, Jul 12, 2011
Tue, Jul 12, 2011
The body of a man has been found at Serangoon Reservoir Tuesday making it the seventh body discovered around Singapore in seven weeks.
The Straits Times reported that the body was spotted floating near Block 122, Sengkang East Way at about 2.45pm by a Public Utilities Board (PUB) cleaning contractor who was making his rounds.
The Straits Times understands it was only slightly decomposed.
The Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) said it was alerted to the incident at 3.12pm.
According to news reports, a fire engine, two fire bikes and an ambulance were deployed to the scene.
Identification documents found on the dead man indicate he was Chinese and in his 50s. Police were in the midst of contacting his family yesterday, and have classified the case as an unnatural death.
The PUB said in a statement that Serangoon reservoir is currently undergoing desalting and the water is not being used for water supply.
The new 4.2km Punggol Waterway, opened on July 3, 2011, connects the new Punggol and Serangoon reservoirs and runs through Punggol housing estate.
Punggol and Serangoon reservoirs are the 16th and 17th reservoirs in Singapore and will meet about 5 per cent of Singapore's total water demand.
The reservoirs will boost water supply by increasing Singapore's water catchment area to two-thirds of Singapore.
The creation of these reservoirs also provide an opportunity for waterfront living and more recreational options for residents.
Tuesday, 5 July 2011
Widia's comment
Mr S.R Nathan has served the country for a long time and it is indeed about time we make way for a new Head Of State. In my opinion, Mr Nathan has done well in ruling the country as we have become a successful city-state in a short period of time as compared to most countries. I also look up to his humble character as he is aware of negative remarks from the public directly or indirectly and he was not taken aback by them at all. Instead, he continued doing his best to serve the nation and our people. Not only that, he was willing to step down given his current age. This shows that he knows his capabilities well and make good use of them. I hope that the new president will be just as good as him or maybe better for the good of our country.
David's comment
Though president S.R Nathan will not be contesting in the upcoming presidential election, after ruling Singapore for 12 years, he deserve huge credit for taking up such a major role. He has gain my outermost respect. He have definitely carried the burdens of Singapore. Our president informs that we face a future in which the challenges to our leaders will be different from those in the past, but every bit as substantial. We must choose our leaders wisely. Leadership is key in Singapore, as our leaders must be forward looking and have have those key qualities in them. Only then, we can truly lay the hands and future of Singapore to them..
David's comment
Though president S.R Nathan will not be contesting in the upcoming presidential election, after ruling Singapore for 12 years, he deserve huge credit for taking up such a major role. He has gain my outermost respect. He have definitely carried the burdens of Singapore. Our president informs that we face a future in which the challenges to our leaders will be different from those in the past, but every bit as substantial. We must choose our leaders wisely. Leadership is key in Singapore, as our leaders must be forward looking and have have those key qualities in them. Only then, we can truly lay the hands and future of Singapore to them..
Minjung's comment
Minjung’s comment
The next President Election will be held soon by August 31. President S R Nathan will not be contesting in the following Presidential Election because he believed he would not be able to undertake heavy responsibilities and physical demands of the position of Head of State. I want to emphasize that he really had tried to do his best as Head of State in all his duties, whether constitutional, ceremonial or community – related. He served as the President of Singapore over the past 12 years and Singapore’s economy has improved so much during the 12 years. I think Singapore is one of the fast growing countries in the world and it has been providing a good environment for many foreigners to settle down to spend their lifetime. I believe President S R Nathan has contributed so much to Singapore to achieve its development. I hope the next President of Singapore selected in the following election will be someone who shows wisdom and integrity in looking after the interests of Singapore.
Prabhu's review on the Articles
The mostly talked about subject right now among everyone is the upcoming presidential election, currently the president of Singapore is Mr Nathan, mention in the news he would not run as a president another term.as he believe that undertaking the indefinitely heavy responsibilities and physical demands of the position of head of state would be difficult as he would like to stand down. Mr Nathan has tried his best as a Head of State.to contribute to the society whether it is constitutional, ceremonial or community-related. He has also accepted the criticisms, as he said that it was expected.
According to the aritlcle Mr Nathan shows sincerity in his work and he is honoured to be our president and he will cherish the memory of the association with them and the deep affection they showered on his wife and him. Mr Nathan will be remembered by every Sigaporeans for his contribution and sincerity he showed towards Singapore!
President S R Nathan will not contest upcoming election
President S R Nathan will not contest upcoming election
AsiaOne
Fri, Jul 01, 2011
President S R Nathan will not be contesting in the upcoming Presidential Election and will step down as President of the Republic of Singapore once his current term ends on September 1.
In a statement issued on Friday, Mr Nathan said he believed he would not be able to undertake the heavy responsibilities and physical demands of the position of Head of State. He will not seek a third term in the next Presidential Election, which must be held by August 31.
Mr Nathan, 86, has served as President for two six-year terms. He was first sworn in on September 1, 1999.
In his statement, Mr Nathan said that it was an honour to serve as the President of Singapore, and over the past 12 years, he said that he had tried to do his best as Head of State in all his duties, whether constitutional, ceremonial or community-related.
He wanted Singaporeans to know that if he had fallen short in any area, it was not because of the lack of effort or commitment, as he had sought public support for various social causes, benefitting the less fortunate.
Mr Nathan acknowledged that he had earned his fair share of criticism, adding that anyone who took on public responsibilities had to expect that. He also said that he would always cherish the memory
Statement by President S R Nathan
In a few days, I will be reaching the age of 87 years. At this stage of my life, I do not believe I can undertake indefinitely the heavy responsibilities and physical demands of the position of Head of State. I have therefore decided not to seek a thrid term in office and will step down as President of Singapore.
Over the past 12 years, I have tried to do my best as Head of State in all my duties, whether it be constitutional, ceremonial or community-related. I have gained new insights into lives of our people in all walks of life - the dispossessed, disabled, and impoverished as well as those able to enjoy the fruits of our economic progress. I have sought public support for various social causes, benefitting the less fortunate. If I have fallen short, I would like the people of Singapore to know that this has not been for the lack of effort or commitment. I have tried to do my best.
No doubt I have earned my fair share of criticism. Anyone who takes on public responsibilities has to expect that. I have taken such comments - whether made directly or via social media - as made in good conscience, and well-intended.
At the same time, I have been privileged, from the day I came into office, to recieve the goodwill and affection of countless Singaporeans, shown in many ways, both public and private. I will always cherish the memory of my interactions with these Singaporeans - I find difficulty in finding words to describe their affection and kindness.
Whatever the Constitution says about the powers of the elected President, and however varied people's perceptions of the Office may be, ultimately the welfare of our country and people depends upon the way Singapore is governed and administered. That depends in turn upon the qualities of the men and women elected by the people to Parliament, and on those who take up office in government. I believe that if those who serve in the government or any other area of public administration meet the demand of their office to the best of their ability, and if they show wisdom and integrity in looking after the interests of Singapore, we can ask no more.
We face a future in which the challenges to our leaders will be different from those in the past, but every bit as substantial. We must all be responsive to constructive criticism. At the same time, whether in the office of President or in the executive arm of government, we will always need people of strong character and vision who resist populist pressures and the temptation to sacrifice the long-term interests of the nation in response to those who merely snipe without having to take responsibility.
To serve as President of Singapore had been an honour. To Singaporeans regardless of race, religion or social status, I owe an eternal debt for the opportunity to do so. I will cherish the memory of my association with them and the deep affection they showered on my wife and me.
As for what the Constitution says about the powers of the Elected President, Mr Nathan said that the ultimate welfare of the country and people depends upon the way Singapore is governed and the qualities of the people elected to Parliament.
He said in his statement: "If these people show wisdom and integrity in looking after the interests of Singapore, we can ask no more."
Mr Nathan ended his statement, saying that he owed "an eternal debt for the opportunity" to serve as Singapore's President
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