A global survey conducted over three years by Gallup has revealed that Singapore is a top immigration destination. Gallup used a Potential Net Migration Index (PNMI) to assess the immigration desirability of countries.
The PNMI is calculated by subtracting the estimated number of adults who wish to leave a country permanently from the estimated number who wish to immigrate to the country.
According to the study, if Singapore were to take in all adults who wish to settle in the Republic, the adult population of 3.6 million would jump to 13 million. Singapore topped the chart with the highest PNMI value of 260 per cent, followed by Saudi Arabia (180 per cent), New Zealand (175 per cent), Canada (170 per cent) and Australia (145 per cent).
Go Figure!
1:6 The ratio of Singaporean citizens to permanent residents
$5,000 The total amount that needy kidney donors can claim for loss of income and ongoing costs of medical follow-ups and insurance
2.6% The likely increase in salaries for Singaporeans this year according to a poll by Hewitt Associates
10/10 The perfect score achieved by Temasek Holdings on the latest Linaburg-Maduell Transparency Index for sovereign wealth funds
Singapore on the Web
• Assess Halal-friendly hotels and destinations at www.crescentrating.com
• Find out ways to be more energy efficient at www.e2singapore.gov.sg
• www.singaporeart.org brings you a comprehensive look at all things arty in Singapore
• Looking to rent? Find your place at www.rentspace.sg
• Browse online classifieds at www.sgadsonline.com
• Whether you’re a parent or student, www.singaporeedu.gov.sg has the resources
