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Singapore is a resource-scarce country, and yet it is often viewed as a showcase of successful economic management. Understanding how Singapore's employees are motivated and nurtured at both the national and workplace levels helps explain why the country continues to succeed despite various limitations. This article provides an overview of the pay practices in Singapore. It examines in some detail the evolution of the compensation system under the leadership of the National Wages Council since 1972. It also presents a profile of the national pay structure and occupational, industry and gender differences. The article also discusses an original study of pay practices in 21 electronics manufacturing companies in Singapore. Finally, the article looks at the causal link between directors' remuneration and firm performance.

Environmental conservation is high on Singapore's development agenda. This report presents a systematic overview of energy resources, consumption and conservation in Singapore and their relationship to affected local industries. The effects of the recently implemented environmental white paper "Singapore Green Plan" on local industries are presented and the implications of the plan are highlighted. A host of environmental programs and technological developments have been initiated as a result of the recentgreen policies, and it is Singapore's aim to answer successfully to environmental challenges while maintaining international competitiveness.

Social entrepreneurship is a new phenomenon in Singapore. Unlike the US, where there are entrepreneurship programs offered at various ACCSB accredited universities such programs do not as yet exist in Asia. The motivations for social entrepreneurship in Asia differ from those in developed countries. While as social entrepreneurship often stem from the social agenda of successful entrepreneurs who are motivated to repay society, the recent trend of social entrepreneurship in Asia may stem from initiatives directed at political liberalisation and the development of civil society on the part of existing governments. The Singapore government in 1997 introduced a series of initiatives to promote active citizenry and involvement in community development, thereby encouraging greater opportunity for social entrepreneurship.

SummaryA major cause for the disparity in maternal and infant mortality and morbidity between the developing world and industrialized nations is the uncontrolled population growth seen in the former, largely brought about by failure of authorities to realize the importance of fertility regulation. Some governments and international agencies have introduced family planning programmes which have had a striking effect on the health of mothers and children. This study traces demographic changes in Singapore in the context of legislation disincentives and incentives.

Discusses political and economic situation; democracy, civil society, governmental system, political parties, government regulation of business, and other issues.

Describes and evaluates methods used by the Republic of Singapore police. Some focus on community involvement.