To what extend is attracting foreign talent a help in minimising the impact of Singapore's ageing population?

- A help because foreign talent makes up for the shortfall in workforce numbers. Minimises impact of older, less productive workforce.

- A hindrance because foreign talent is mobile - they go wherever opportunities abound. A short term solution only.

The increasing educational level of women is the reason why Singapore faces a population decline. Do you agree? EYA.

- late marriages = lower fertility, fewer children

- greater affluence - Singaporeans do not want to compromise on their standard of living by having more kids as they are costly to raise.

To what extent is the declining birthrate the reason for the change in Singapore's population policy in the 1980s?

- the loss of attractiveness to MNCs

- Ageing population

- Defence vulnabilities

To what extent is the British healthcare system applicable to the Singapore context? EYA.

Applicable - because the unemployed, low-income, the infirmed, the self-employed will be able to receive healthcare treatment. Medisave not enough to cover.

Not Applicable - the problems faced by Britian will surface. erode our competitiveness.

The British healthcare system failed because the government could not keep up with the demand for healthcare. Do you agree? EYA.

- service was poor / few choices : people could not choose their own healthcare providers (inside textbook)

- the British have no incentive to take care of their own health, no financial resources, no insurance.

The British healthcare system has improved in recent years. Do you agree? EYA.

- yes, through privatisation, providing quality service (NHS Plan, NHS Improvement Plan, NHS Direct)

- no, morale in hospitals is low, doctors and nurses are leaving to work in private hospitals, salary better and working hours are lesser.

How useful is the idea of the British welfare state today? EYA.

- Useful, low-income ppl can receive treatment, mortality rate will decrease. govts have a responsibility towards their citizens

- Not Useful, uncertain economic conditions and rapidly ageing population in advanced economies means that the Welfare system if unsustainable.

The N. Ireland/ British government was instrumental in bringing about the peace process in N. Ireland. Do you agree? EYA.

-refer to page 128 and 129 for what the govt. did.

- However the IRA has a part to play in bringing about the peace process too. it participated actively in the peace process by taking part in talks and negotiations. it promised to lay down their weapons and enter into a ceasefire agreement.

As Venice was surrounded by the sea, early Venetians took advantage of salt production. Soon Venice was able to monopolize the salt trade in the region.

The early Venetian boatmen traded salt and fish for grain with other communities along the Po River. Through establishing trade agreements with different communities living by the river, they dominated the region around the river mouth and its surrounding mainland.

With this accessibility, Venice was able to obtain its source of wood for trading and shipbuilding. Wood was also traded with Middle-eastern states in return for valuable goods such as gold, spices and incense.

Thus, the salt trade indirectly helped Venice forge trade partner ships and establish trade agreements. By gaining access to the mainland and its forested areas, it was able to widen the range of items it traded. It can also sell its products to larger markets, helping it generate more revenue. As time went by, Venice began to exert a strong commercial influence in the Adriatic Sea region and became recognized as the rising trade power in the 7th century. From the profits it earned from trading, Venice was able to expand its navy and construct better naval ships. This led to its rise a maritime empire.

This is today's SS lesson slides.

Hope that it had benefited those who missed out certain notes during the lesson today.

Jialin

- To what extent was the Britain-Iceland conflict over fishing grounds a territorial dispute? EYA.

- To what extent is diplomacy more effective than deterrence in conflict management? EYA.

- Psychological defence is the most crucial aspect of Total Defence. Do you agree? EYA.

- To what extent are Singapore's bilateral relations more important than its regional relations? EYA.

- To what extent are Singapore's bilateral relations more important than its regional relations in bringing about economic development? EYA.

- To What extent are Singapore's bilateral relations more important than its regional relations in ensuring its peace and security? EYA.

- ASEAN's initiatives are geared towards attracting foreign investments to the region. Do you agree? EYA.

- ASEAN's main objective is to protect the peace and security of the region. Do you agree? EYA.

Are these 2 questions the same?

According to Miss Khoo, it is the same. The phrasing of the questions are just slightly different.

- Singapore's membership in ASEAN is more than a help than a hindrance to it. Do you agree? EYA.

These are the Diplomacy and Deterrence slides that Miss Khoo put on yesterday. For those who didn't catch it, here it is :]

Hope that its a help.

Jialin