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SINGAPORE GUIDE Singapore, founded as a British trading colony in 1819, declared its independence in 1965. Over the next four decades, Singapore worked hard to overcome numerous hurdles, attaining an average growth rate of 7.5% per annum. Located right in the heart of Asia, Singapore thrives as a financial and trading hub for the region and beyond. Through global trade linkages and establishments of Free Trade Areas, ties with China, India and the rest of Asia are continually strengthened. Language fluency, coupled with excellent technological and management expertise gives Singapore an edge in accessing this growing region. Even as Singapore has transformed into a cosmopolitan city-state, it has not lost its Asian charms, reflected in its strong multi-cultural society. This is evident in its hospitality, cuisine, arts, and architecture as Singapore continues to evolve, successfully blending the East and West. LOCATION Singapore is an island country in Southeast Asia. It is about 140 kilometres north of the equator and has an area of 639 square kilometres. Singapore is 42 kilometres long and 23 kilometres across at its widest point. Singapore’s accessibility by air and sea help consolidate its status as a favourite global convention centre as well as a convenient hub for short trips to neighbouring countries. CLIMATE Singapore is known for its warm tropical weather, with little variation throughout the year. The average daytime temperature is 31 |