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Editorial - Openness is the Malay way
The Malay/Muslim community has a long tradition of being open to people and ideas, writes Minister Yaacob Ibrahim. It adopted Islam from Arab and Indian traders, joined the PAP in the quest to make Singapore self governing, and, over the decades, cooperated whole-heartedly to help the country achieve its goals.
Editorial - Openness is the Malay way (Chinese)
Editorial - Openness is the Malay way (Malay)
Editorial - Openness is the Malay way (Tamil)(PDF)
Quick News
A round-up of new policies
Hot Topic - Don't dangle carrots to get help
Former lecturer Khartini Khalid highlights the differences between volunteers in the US and Singapore and suggests ways to encourage more people to give their time without expecting tangible benefits.
Hot Topic - 'My best investment'
While some hesitate even over one, economist Saktiandi Supaat has three children. It is a decision that has brought joy and laughter into his life, and contrary to the fears of some, has spurred his career.
Hot Topic - Silat and the Singaporean
Malay Singaporean or Singaporean Malay? In his search for identity, Dr Saiful Nizam Subari finds answers in a traditional Malay martial art and among his patients.
Hot Topic - The process of becoming
The relationship between the state and the Malay community has changed over the years, notes Fulbright scholar Zalman Putra Ahmad Ali. And if Singaporeans emphasise tolerance and respect, it can only improve.
Hot Topic - Develop touch, taste and feel
Recipes are only guides, Ms Siti Mastura Alwi learnt when she was setting up her cake business. There are other intangible ingredients needed to build a new life after retrenchment.
Dialogue - More trains on the way
There were solutions aplenty at the PPF discussion with Minister Lim Hwee Hua on public transport, chief of which is the addition of several new train lines.
Dialogue - International relations within Asia: India-China-Asean
Former ambassador Mark Hong tells why Asean should help link India and China.
Behind the Scenes - We are special!
People of different ages and sizes, and from different races, made up the PAP contingent at this year’s National Day Parade. But they had two things in common.
Behind the Scenes - Backbone of the Party
When the members of this group speak up, ministers and MPs have found it is in their best interests to listen. The PAP’s activists, who work the ground tirelessly, keep them in touch with the people and spread the Party’s messages.
Behind the Scenes - Petir wins international awards
Petir has won international recognition. It picked up two prizes at the prestigous 2010 Magnum Opus Awards. One of them was a bronze in the Best Series of Articles category, for its three part special highlighting the PAP government’s achievements, to mark the PAP’s 50th anniversary. The other was an Honourable Mention in the Best Special-topic Issue category.
View from the Front - A responsible approach to growth
Is Singapore really pursuing growth at all costs? Mayor Amy Khor debunks the claim.
Forum - Is the financial crisis over?
There seem to be some indications that there will be a double dip in the worldwide economy. Comrade Ori Sassoon discusses the biggest political and policy issue this raises.
My Say - Celebrate National Day. Remember how we got here
Comrades Chiang Hai Ding and Rohan Kamis tell what prompted an upcoming book of reminiscences by former MPs about their time in politics.
Happenings
• Fabila, the story-teller
• Sengkang West branch turns 4
• Come play ball with YP
Backbencher's Bite - Forget cheap ambitions
MP Inderjit Singh makes a case for action that encourages top-line productivity and better help for SMEs.
Overheard
Best of the sound bites by ministers and MPs
Petir July / August 2010 PDF Version
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