Why it is so hard for foreigners to leave Singapore🇸🇬

[@I_am_cooked_For_Life]

I'm a foreigner living in Singapore and I love Singapore safe bubble 🥳. I can watch the whole world burn at the comfort of my living room with hi speed wireless internet. No shootings, no drug addicts, no robbery, no riots, no homelessness and very little to no other types of crimes. Other countries can have their absolute freedom, I prefer the peaceful little bubble im living in. 😂

[@Swizzyinsg]

Such a high amount of safety is SO RARE!

[@MrHnd1988]

loving your description "i can watch the whole world burn" =D

[@Thetwinsxxx]

😅😆😂

[@multatuli1]

It's old people country

[@BetaMaxTape]

You won't get that high amount of safety in the Philippines 😂

[@J.-kv7jl]

I have been here for the last 20 years and go back to the States from time to time. For me, 1. food choices 2.safety 3. efficiency 4. Multi culturalism 5. Cleanliness and 6. Proximity to exotic destinations. Thank you, Mary.

[@Swizzyinsg]

Could not agree more☺️😊

[@nomatter7957]

Hi!!thank for you video I wanna come there for Visite but I'm afraid for expensive life it's true?

[@Swizzyinsg]

@@nomatter7957 i uploaded a video for budget travelling Singapore!!

[@psgistheworstclubineurope]

Finally an American of sound mind.

[@Marsattacks79]

@@psgistheworstclubineurope- she’s Swiss.

[@stewart4539]

Being a 3rd generation Singaporean, I've served my country through NS & Reservists. Represented Singapore in MNCs at world events and conventions. Represented my schools (teenage days) at National level and global levels. Now, I travel often to do talks at events overseas. Representing Singapore and carrying our flag high. Living too long in a country VS Vacations? It all depends on an individual. Everytime I leave Singapore at Changi Airport, to do my talks overseas I get homesick. And when I return to Singapore...It just makes me so HAPPY & PROUD of Singapore. Majulah Singapura.

[@yvonneng3081]

Yes, especially when SQ flight announce 'For Singapore Citizen Welcome Home"

[@Swizzyinsg]

I love SG too! Tysm for sharing!

[@marktn9851]

What u described is called “rooted”. Actually, many people are feeling the same regardless where they are from or a nation’s achievement/s…

[@healthytruth1363]

WELL SAID AND WELL DONE 👍👍❗️❗️❗️❗️❗️ WHEN A PERSON TRAVELS.....HIS HORIZON IS BROADEN....NO MATTER HOW---- HOME TRULY IS STILL SINGAPORE ❤️❤️❤️

[@healthytruth1363]

@@yvonneng3081 ....ABSOLUTELY ❗️❗️❗️❗️ I ALWAYS HEAR THAT SIA ANOUNCEMENT --- IT WARMTH MY HEART ❤️❤️❤️

[@edgyguy8240]

There is freedom of speech here. It's just that over here, if you are responsible for your speech. If you exercise your freedom and make a false accusation against someone, they are also free to take you court. One may state, for example, that "I find my prime minister is ugly". There is nothing that can legally be done about that. But if one says "my prime minister is corrupt", then one has to be prepared to back that up with evidence. But being an Asian society, we are taught to respect our elders, and our betters.

[@lotusfloat2020]

& we are all the better for it ☺

[@Swizzyinsg]

Ty for sharing!

[@curzethemall]

calling your prime minister ugly is also harassment and defamation. nobody should talk ill of the party and it's leadership.

[@psgistheworstclubineurope]

​@@curzethemallDont say that or the americans will call us communists 😂

[@evae.374]

I agree, there is freedom of speech in Singapore and I don't feel repressed at all 😂 and just to add that our political system is what created this not only safe bubble but a metropolis and most of us having a fairly good standard of living compared to anywhere else in the world

[@LuckyJojo-yb9vt]

Singaporeans traveled abroad a lot, and can tell the difference, the good and bad aspects, which makes them more appreciative, proud and treasure what they have in Singapore.

[@Swizzyinsg]

Yes so true!!!

[@monalisaaltenburg4879]

@@Swizzyinsg I have been enjoying & watching ur videos include those in tiktok too, but this video u made is so untrue & horrible on Singapore. Your comment about no freedom of speech or censorship on media so FALSE & not updated. In fact it seems like u are the one being influenced by what was written in the west about Singapore, they often have vy OUTDATED news about Singapore. Most of those uninformed write up are mostly written by Americans or Europeans that never been to Singapore. It all started many decades ago when our late PM Lee Kwan Yew sued the editor of economist magazine on some false news about Singapore & that’s how it then escalated into a misconception that Singapore is an authoritarian or a place with “tight” media control, I noticed there are many media in the world simply like to copy & paste on what’s on the SAME generalised news & they don’t really know the facts or able to analyse the REAL situation!!😢 I am so disappointed that u should be the 1st to know about real Singapore since u’ve been living here. Yes there’s no mass protest here but maybe u should go find out real reason of why first. Singapore is so open on the news around the world, tell me what type of censorship that’s so bad that u can’t get to see in Singapore? FYI Singapore been known as no.1 in ranking for open market economy; we DO get all types of news & infos in & around the world.

[@Swizzyinsg]

@@monalisaaltenburg4879 i am sorry you feel this way about this video. As you know I LOVE SG with all my heart!!! i am just sharing my side🥰

[@psgistheworstclubineurope]

​@@monalisaaltenburg4879Agree but maybe dont piss off more white people with your 'freedomless' comment. It sounds communist.

[@lxcites]

​@@monalisaaltenburg4879 I completely agree with you. Having travelled to and lived in so many countries, I'd say the western media and news offerings are (not-so-shockingly) a hell lot more limited and biased compared to Singapore. Turn on any Singapore cable channels and you have access to news & entertainment channels from all over the world - live and uncensored. Singaporean news also tend to be very balanced and comprehensive. The citizens, especially of this generation, very openly interact (often times even directly) with their ministers and MPs, on social media channels, public forums and meet the people sessions. Most of the common problems are also very quickly and efficiently solved. Public discourse and criticisms online were welcome and addressed by the ministers in parliament, unless they are outright defamations. People who STILL talks about authoritative nature of SG government are obviously still not very assimilated and well connected outside of the expat bubble and communication channels. More importantly, the bilingual nature of Singaporeans (English and 1 asian language) means the people are able to consume and understand political & social issues from both the East and the West, and then form their own educated opinions.

[@williamwong5627]

Believe me, I once took a western student alone (age maybe 10) in my taxi home on Sentosa from his school in Portsdown road. Their parents had apparently complete trust of the taxi services in Singapore that the kid would arrive home safe and sound. Best part of it was that the little kid paying the fares said "keep the change".❤❤

[@Swizzyinsg]

Ty for sharing!

[@multatuli1]

Because you could track with gojek or grab apps

[@BetaMaxTape]

How I wish I could say the same thing in the Philippines 😂😂😂

[@ykchang7171]

I am a Malaysian and I can't agree with you more. Best and safest place on earth to live, work and bring up your family. ❤

[@Swizzyinsg]

Happy you like it too☺️☺️

[@michaele4830]

On the other hand, I would like to find a nice town in Malaysia to retire. Any recommendation?

[@Swizzyinsg]

@@michaele4830 no:(

[@sleepy_dobe]

I'm Singaporean and I haven't had the resources to travel a lot, but I'm acutely aware that what we have here in Singapore is a rarity elsewhere in the world. Certainly, we're not the only country that offers all those benefits in one place, but we're also not one of many that do. Perhaps it's because I read a lot, watch a lot of documentaries, current affairs, world news etc that I'm a bit more aware of what goes on in other parts of the world that allows me to appreciate what we have here in Singapore. I've known it since my teens in the mid 80s on, and yes, I do get a little irritated, sometimes a lot more upset, at fellow Singaporeans who complain and grumble so much about the rules, rigidity and lack of freedom here. It's a balance, and I think we're one of a few countries in the world that has got it right more times than wrong. I thank God I'm born here, and I would give my life fighting for Singapore's continued independence if I have to.

[@Swizzyinsg]

Thanks a lot for sharing!

[@susantan3242]

Well said! I totally agree with you! We should be grateful that we have a good government n that our country is safe, efficient n prosperous. We have a lot to be grateful n thankful for. I hate hearing locals complain n criticism Singapore n our government! They are ungrateful! They should make full use of their freedom n passport n move to another country if they think Singapore is so bad! They take all e money n helps from the annual Budget and yet keep complaining! I wish all the complainers can be shipped to a separate island for them to live by hemselves since they complain so much!! They don't deserve to live in Singapore!

[@mike-uw6wt]

Good stay there.

[@KeoNz]

I've always get the feeling of relief when my plane touches down on Singapore's Changi Airport whenever I travel overseas. There's just the sense of safety and security associated with it. The feeling that you can let you walls down to relax. At first I thought I'm bias because this is my home and I'm a Singaporean but my foreigner friends tells me they feel the same too 😄

[@Swizzyinsg]

omg the plane thing I got that too!

[@bennykoh]

OMG! Now that you said it, this is SO TRUE! I have always had the same feeling whenever I am back in Singapore but it took your post to realise it!

[@kamariahabdrahim6963]

I had a same feeling too, in my heart "I'm back home to you my beloved country".So excited and relieved to be back home to my home country.

[@Swizzyinsg]

@@kamariahabdrahim6963 🇸🇬🇸🇬🇸🇬

[@jessieang5604]

That announcement that I hear whenever my plane touches down at Changi Airport - no matter how long I have been away - 'And to all Singaporeans and residents of Singapore, a warm welcome home' ...never fail to stir up an indescribable feeling deep within me. 😊

[@judyquek2362]

I am proud to be a Singaporean.

[@Swizzyinsg]

You should be!!!

[@joyLoveC]

Great to hear you’re enjoying your stay in Singapore. Re your point that there’s no freedom or demonstrations, well, that’s because there isn’t anything so bad that’s worth protesting about 😁. Even among the folks that grumble about this and that, rising costs of living, etc, they know that the measures are actually there for good reason. Some people have even called Singapore a “complain city” because people complain about everything. But that is what drives the country to improvement and success. No need to kick up a demonstration over every little thing. And I bet, deep down in their souls, even the people who complain are actually thankful for the well-oiled system, the conveniences and, of course, the renowned safety of the country 😊

[@Swizzyinsg]

Good point☺️☺️

[@estherfoo4116]

I have travelled to several countries; stayed a while and observed. When I am back to S’pore; I feel so good; words can’t describe all❤

[@Swizzyinsg]

Agree!!

[@doodlemecrzy8075]

There’s always a price to pay, its unrealistic to expect perfection. Singapore is one of those few places in the world that comes close. Singaporeans are not victims, there is a convenant between the people and the government. We trust the government with power and our $ , they help us build the circumstances for a great life & lead us in the best possible direction. The values have always been meritocracy, pragmatism & honesty. If our government slips we tell them in the polls.

[@Swizzyinsg]

Tysm for sharing!

[@johnphoon6436]

You have a beautiful home....👍👍🙏🙏 .... I'm watching from Malaysia... Indeed our neighbor did very well in many aspect.... freedom of speech is important but safety, harmony n a place for family happiness is more important for the Asian society. In Malaysia we at times envy our nearest neighbor

[@Swizzyinsg]

Ty for sharing!

[@jeanchua2011]

Swizzyinsg, thank you for the kind words and nice video. Welcome to Singapore! ❤

[@Swizzyinsg]

@@jeanchua2011 thank YOU

[@CrosbyStill]

Freedom of speech comes with responsibility but unfortunately many like Amos Yee thinks otherwise...so we Singaporean are very glad he left on his own n now he's in a better prison...😅😅😅

[@Swizzyinsg]

Ty for sharing!

[@curzethemall]

He will eventually be deported back to Singapore and we will have to deal with that clown, but deal with him we will 👊

[@psgistheworstclubineurope]

Trash name for a guy anyways

[@stewart4539]

Thank you Mary for sharing your videos to the world about Singapore. One Nation, One People. One Singapore. Regardless of race, language or religion. 🇸🇬

[@Swizzyinsg]

I love SG🥰🥰

[@ymhktravel]

I've to switch my alertness level each time I'm out of Singapore. Here I've no qualms of putting my bag next to me or my wallet on the table when I'm having my meal, though I still won't be trusting enough to leave my laptop or mobile phone unattended on the table. But once I'm out of Singapore and say in Europe for eg, my cautiousness level went many notches up. I'd have my sling bag strapped across my body and in front of me, mobile phone inside my bag. I'd not get distracted by questions from passer-bys, because that's how snatch theft syndicates in Europe work.

[@yvonne2521]

I gotta agree, i didn't realised my friend and I were being followed in Paris, it was close to 10pm but because there is still sunlight, i just had the impression that everything was safe. Luckily we boarded the train and they did not follow us thereafter. We really do take our safe bubble for granted. But am grateful for the safety in this country.

[@Swizzyinsg]

I have to adapt my behavior too every time I travel…🙈

[@huggybear441]

Interesting point. l am a tour guide here in Singapore and have noticed travellers just sling their purse by the hip totally relax while strolling leisurely instead of clutching it close to their body.

[@starshine9836]

@@huggybear441 that's pretty sad that tourists can't enjoy comfortably at other places... Thankfully at sg, I just walk and enjoy, getting tired by the shopping on the legs. But at overseas, I have to be heighten alert with the surrounding, the pickpockets or catcalling etc, metally tired and stressed without doing much. :(

[@Ersanba]

Still have to be careful.. low crime does not mean no crike

[@16agcp]

Nice to see your perspective. I always feel it’s a pity that there are Singaporeans who take many things here for granted, often complaining and thinking the grass is greener in some other country. Our country is not perfect, but we have it really good compare here.

[@Swizzyinsg]

Thank you for sharing☺️

[@OG21020]

People living in bubbles are not unique to Singapore. It applies to everyone who has not travelled beyond the borders they're brought up in. I can think of one particular country whose people have the absolute freedom to travel but most are unable to because of the steadily degrading social, educational and economic infrastructures of the country. And yet, most do not seem to care or acknowledge that their country is falling into the dregs. A portion are narcissistic, arrogant and think they're a force to be reckon with in the world. A portion are suffering and unable to help and save themselves because drugs are legalised and easy to get. Some are completely unable to lift themselves up no matter how hard they work. Crime pays because the legal system do not enforce punishment, cops are hamstrung, criminals act as they wont. The poorer class cannot afford the exorbitant medical fees and self dose themselves. Junk food is cheap. Healthy food is expensive and out of the reach of many. Is it any wonder the citizens of this country are getting more and more obese? I appreciate Singapore as a safe haven. I hope it continues to be so.

[@NEAAFFAIRS]

I agree with you. Another example of a bubble is Japan. Language and inability to accept foreigners in general no matter how well assimilated. As for the best country, all I can say is it's a slow sink. Laws like Prop47 will never get passed in Asian countries.

[@Swizzyinsg]

Tysm for sharing all this!!

[@marktn9851]

Traveling is only a small eye-opener. Many people thinks they been to places but in fact is still ignorant. To live in different places for years make a person’s more balanced n non-bias.

[@anchored555]

⁠​⁠@@marktn9851yes, nothing like travelling extensively and living overseas to open your eyes and help you appreciate what we have here. I am a third generation Singaporean over 60, have lived in the U.S., Australia and China, and still am happy to call SG home. Nothing beats the safety, convenience, efficiency and worldclass living environment we tend to take for granted living here. If you’re feeling disgruntled, I suggest you go live overseas for a while to get a more balanced perspective.😜

[@marktn9851]

@@anchored555 At 60, probably u can stop seeking. Good for you. I prefer to live within at least 3 diff places, less boring perhaps n keeps me feeling young mostly.

[@lychan2366]

Thank you for your comments about Singapore. Glad to know that a number of foreign expats are loving it here. Switzerland was once looked up by Singapore to aspire to its standard of living. But your comparison between the two countries gives a fresh perspective about Switzerland. Based on online comments, am glad to read that some Singaporeans are standing up for their beloved country.. But if domestic critics of governance in Singapore were to watch your video and read the online comments, I wonder if they would attain and express a more balanced, holistic, wholesome and grateful perspective of governance in Singapore. Talking about bubble and freedom of expression, there's a price to pay for everything. Singapore is no exception.

[@Swizzyinsg]

Thank you for sharing!

[@naomirae5200]

Love Singapore! I lived on batam island for two years and we'd take the 1 hr ferry ride to Singapore every two months to renew our visa and we just loved it. I had surgery there too, had excellent care. Very friendly and beautiful people!

[@Swizzyinsg]

Thanks for sharing!

[@00mpa1oomp4]

Spent 6 years in Singapore, loved every moment of it...

[@Swizzyinsg]

Why did you move away?

[@Hermit-Crab]

Oompa, Loompa, doompa-dee-do, I've got a perfect question for you Oompa, Loompa, doompa-dee-dee, please tell me why you decide to leave

[@00mpa1oomp4]

@@Swizzyinsg got a better job in Australia but my partner & I have discussed about moving back to Singapore once we get married & have kids...having lived in India, Indonesia, Australia, & SG, SG is straight away a heaven, especially if you want to raise a kid in a safe environment, and we miss the awesome food as well😅

[@PIT72100]

I have been living in Europe for 45 years... Singapore is the best...clean safe cheap super transport good service and organisation well developer country.... Viva Singapore 🇸🇬🧠🧠🧠👏👍🙏😎😎😎

[@Swizzyinsg]

@@PIT72100 agree🫶

[@judyquek2362]

With too much freedom of speech, you get chaos, riot and crimes. We want a peaceful Singapore and calm Singapore.

[@Swizzyinsg]

Yes just the way it is..

[@AdventurousTrading]

Hi Mary, Thanks for making this interesting video. Hope Singapore continues to bring you joy. As a Singaporean who has lived in London for the past 5 years, I have had a taste of how chaotic 2 major parties can be . Obstructing the government to get simple things done. Opposition can say what they want, can they deliver if in power? To get things done well and fast, as long as amongst the best are in charge, the outcome should more or less be positive. Rather than debating and consider too many ideas, work on the best ideas, refine them and implement asap. During Covid, it took UK 3mths to decide whether to wear mask. Many lives would be have been saved. A classic example of too many opinions (freedom of speech). Freedom to protest; I am not a believer that it always produce a better outcome for the Majority. The focus is on Majority of the population, there will always be unhappy Minority. For example, Tube drivers in UK protest every year for higher wages. While salaries of others do not rise much, we all end up paying higher fares due to these protests. Most annoying is the disruption caused by these strikes. Should all the rest protest for higher wages as well? I am glad the Pioneer politicians in Singapore had the vision and boldness. They had created a system that is unique. Rejected all the different pressure to follow the norms of developed countries. It now attracts capable individuals into Government. Groom them to become competent before giving them important Duties. Situations like: 1. Trumph who has not done well in his own life will never become our prime minister. 2. Liz Truss will have no chance as well. 3. Biden well over his primes will not too. Hope fellow Singaporeans will research more and understand other systems. Conclude what is better for Singapore in the long run and vote for a better future. The temptation to try something else is always there, look at how many countries do not have long-term thinking governments anymore. Do we really want that for Singapore? PS: Before living abroad, I would vote for Opposition to keep some alternative voices alive. I am not so sure anymore. I do appreciate what the current Opposition party in Singapore is doing, I am sorry, I still think it is best for Singapore not to have too much opposition MPs to remain Effective and Efficient.

[@Swizzyinsg]

@@AdventurousTrading wow thank you for sharing💛

[@Louistan99]

I’m 100 percent Singaporean and I totally agree with you about my country. We welcome you too because we are multi culture society 🎉🎉❤❤…. As for the freedom of speech, govt just wanna make sure that there are no toxic contents to cause disharmony but we do have designated places for them to do so should they wish to express some points.

[@Swizzyinsg]

Thanks for sharing☺️🇸🇬

[@Jane-tt3on]

I grew up during the days of racial fights & curfews & I can tell you that racial harmony cannot be taken for granted. We had to use laws to enforce mutual respect of each other's diff religions/cultures in order to protect the harmony and peace. @@Swizzyinsg

[@curzethemall]

​​@@Jane-tt3onnot just respect we also limit and completely ban the influence and existence of some religions and culture that comes into Singapore to uphold the sensible secular and peaceful order we have here. a number of extreme cults and movements have no place even in multicultural singapore. A ton of people of a unfortunate particularly misled group trying to create trouble with their umbrellas and watermelons, supporting terrorism and bringing a foreign conflict that has nothing to with us.

[@beatwasherdotnl]

I will choose safety over anything you mentioned at the end.

[@Swizzyinsg]

Yes! Me too!

[@lowjacqueline7552]

I have been working in Zurich for the last 5 months..and I super agree with you on cheap luxury like pedicures, massages, grab and even food that are of ridiculously higher prices then SG. Cab rides for 10 mins cost me CHF 52 equivalent to about SGD 75!! A 1 hr Thai massage is CHF 100-120 😅😅

[@Swizzyinsg]

At least you have a nice mountain view🙈🙈🙈

[@SitiSaad]

I am a Singaporean and I agree with you a 100%. I travelled solo a lot as a woman and it can be tricky in other countries. I find that people do not use their senses in Singapore because they don’t have to. However, I appreciate the care and seamlessness if you have a family or old parents. It is less stress to move about here.

[@Swizzyinsg]

Thank you for sharing! SG is such a great place☺️☺️

[@ultralaksa5720]

Safety is definitely number one reason. It’s not no crime, but generally even if you happen to be a little careless due to whatever reason, you will be fine most of time. Try that in another big city and the results could be life changing (in the wrong way).

[@gabrielsoo2939]

i left my car door opened accidently at an hdb carpark for almost an hour once and nthg was stolen. lol

[@Swizzyinsg]

Safety is unlike anywhere else!

[@bennykoh]

@@gabrielsoo2939same here!!!

[@pcpeng]

Singaporean are the most travelled lot. I personally been to more than 30 over countries including Iran, North Korea and more. How could we be in a bubble and not know what happens outside our country? Country is so small literally if one wish to go for a holiday its aboard. Not to mention we are aren’t exactly short on money 😗

[@Swizzyinsg]

Ty for sharing!

[@Vexterian]

Talk to foreigners they all have praise for Singapore when compared to their own country. But many Singaporeans are spoilt by the government and they don’t appreciate.

[@Swizzyinsg]

For me SG is the best place to live!

[@strauss7151]

I am planning to move from Tokyo to Singapore soon. Singapore seems like Tokyo, just much more accessible because of English.

[@simonvideoelectricunicycle5296]

Singapore is designed in such a way that common folks are able to afford HDB flats (public housing) with 99 years lease via CPF savings & the flats are renewed (demolished) move the people to new HDB flats with a compensation (extra room or monetary payment) for the next flat (with normal basic HDB renovation or own expense renovation). There is a racial ratio per HDB so that there won't be segregation of races & every races are mixed in each HDB flats so there won't be groups of races separated with each other pitting against each other. The whole city are planned with greenery, easy commute with public transport (Bus/MRT/Grab & etc) making owning cars less important, COE prices (Certificate of entitlement) for each car is so high to maintain a fixed number of vehicles on the road making the road less congested...as it's more expensive. Downside is some drivers are so rich they are kind of entitled with some attitude, good side is less traffic jams. The people here knows we have to stay within the rules & laws to maintain the peace & prosperity & the foreigners also know the harsh penalty if they violate the laws here in Singapore that may include permanent ban from coming into Singapore. This makes petty theft, robberies, rape & murder less common. There are super strict restriction on gun ownerships & every male need to serve the military (nation) in the ARMY, NAVY, POLICE, SCDF, or other government institutions for 2 years making every local men knows how to defend the country when there is a crisis. (At least those pass their IPPT can) So there are no need to own guns in Singapore, most murders done using knifes...sadly. Freedom of speech is free here in Singapore but with consequences if you say the wrong things without truth or facts as the law comes down hard on people who say things that incite racial disharmony, lies about government, or protest in public without adherence to the strict rules like only able to protest at certain location with permit approval & etc. Online discussion is also limited as websites with minimum number of viewers/subscribers need to apply for licenses to remain approved especially those alternate news sites that shows purposely create negative news about Singapore. There are pros & cons to Singapore lifestyle, sometimes stressful but affordable if you want to spend less but definately convenient with everything an MRT away or walking distance & safe even walking in the middle of the night. But less crime doesn't mean no crimes ok? :D

[@Swizzyinsg]

Thank you for sharing☺️

[@MelissaHobbs-qm8wi]

The cost of living seems to be increasing every year, making it harder to keep up.

[@ChloeCarter-kd7gz]

Indeed, it's becoming quite challenging to manage expenses.

[@EricaWaters-lr6zw]

I've actually managed to stay ahead of the curve. I'm even contemplating early retirement.

[@OliverLiam-px3vx]

Impressive! How did you achieve that?

[@EricaWaters-lr6zw]

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[@BrianAlbert-hh3pi]

@@EricaWaters-lr6zw Absolutely, Katherine has a knack for analyzing market trends and helping her clients make informed decisions.

[@Dennis-kp2bc]

Hi Mary, After watching this video I think it would be great if you can make Singapore your second home.

[@Swizzyinsg]

I wish to make it my first😍

[@Dennis-kp2bc]

Hi Mary, Then quickly try to apply for PR after you got your PR then you can say Singapore my first home Wheeeeeeeee!!!!!!!. I will be the first one to welcome you.

[@TheDukeGreat]

I live in Zurich, considering moving to Singapore for a PhD. Uber ride is more up to 30 chf for all my rides 😅 But happy its less expensive overall

[@Swizzyinsg]

🙈🙈

[@90taetaeya]

I just watched the youtube documentary Switzerland’s Strict Society. I can see why you don’t want to go back.. even I don’t want to visit there anymore 😅

[@Swizzyinsg]

I still have to watch it!

[@michaelsi4784]

If you go to Hong Lim square, you can scream your head off on any topic. So there is freedom to express. But the freedom has its boundary.

[@Swizzyinsg]

🙈🙈

[@eltonkam5747]

I am glad that you love Singapore. I know expats love it. But sorry, it is too hot and humid for me. I am very aware that if you are an expat, you will love it. But it is an expensive city to live.

[@Swizzyinsg]

I love the weather a lot haha

[@piretkivi3218]

I think most other nations are somewhat communists or neomarxists or something like that. They seem to believe that the basic human nature is good (despite the Christian teaching that says it is fallen, i.e. not good but not a complete tragedy either). Singapore does not seem to believe that silly nonsense. So it gives a chance to those who make an effort and behave decently. It becomes very harsh to those that do not behave. That is the price tag attached to Singapore. The older I get, the more okay I am with it. My only worries: sometimes people get framed for crimes they did not commit; there are criminals who genuinely repent and then become good people. If those two aspects are addressed well, I accept harsh punishments. The European way of being super nice to dangerous criminals is a horror story for those who do not commit crimes and want to walk alone at night. I am somehow convinced that the Muslims of Singapore behave in a wonderful way. That is definitely not the case in many European cities.

[@Swizzyinsg]

Thanks for sharing☺️🇸🇬

[@BetaMaxTape]

I heard Switzerland is a safe place to live in or visit but I've haven't experienced it on my own since I've never been to Switzerland but i lived in the Philippines and in Singapore and i can definitely compare the difference. All i can say is that SG has become better than ever while the Philippines is still a third world place even in the year 2024 😂😂😂 hoping to have a LKY type of leadership someday in the Philippines

[@Swizzyinsg]

Thank you for sharing☺️

[@msee23]

Bubbles in SG, I agree. That doesn't mean there is no bubble else where. Many ppl living overseas are bubbled without them knowing n worse they were bubbled up in different bubble same time and yet not knowing. Here, it is mainly just one strong bubble, and it is well made known. As you have pointed out, this bubble here enable to let ppl live freely like eg the safety, etc as mentioned. Well, I can't say the same with many bubbles elsewhere.😅😂

[@Swizzyinsg]

Thanks for sharing☺️🇸🇬

[@FrozenCappucino]

I mean, I went to Switzerland last year and the price of a Burger King meal shook me to my core.

[@ngkokwei6114]

I have been to Switzerland recently. Yes Food is so expensive there at the Restaurants.

[@Swizzyinsg]

Where have you been?

[@ngkokwei6114]

@@Swizzyinsg Zürich!

[@Swizzyinsg]

my home!@@ngkokwei6114

[@BobsSite-r1z]

I'm Singaporean, and that is what I ALWAYS say . . . Singapore IS NOT the most or even amongst the most expensive cities in the world!!! People who say this are most likely comparing to other Asean or developing countries, and paying with Singapore earned $$$. Compared to anywhere in Europe, Singapore is really affordable. Taking a similar wage in Singapore and any 1st world country, the taxes and GST/VAT, etc . . . Nothing to compare! It's where you go for your daily living essentials and what you need/want that dictates the cost in Singapore! BTW, if you think Singapore is great, take a trip to China! Thank you for this video!!!

[@Swizzyinsg]

I love SG😊☺️!!

[@Ersanba]

Absolutely right that SGrean take SG for granted...

[@Swizzyinsg]

SG is really great!

[@CeciliaLim-sq5fj]

Welcome to our little red dot.....❤

[@Swizzyinsg]

I looove sg🇸🇬🇸🇬

[@alanbgtan]

Be very careful what you wish for. I live in Australia and wld like to give you an impartial view. It’s not really that great to have freedom of speech as people tend to twist the normal issues like rights to LGBTQ, which may lead to self rights to arm themselves & may lead to many undesirable intentions like you see in USA - a fine example of disruptive society & corrupted politicians . All these are not what Singapore wants.

[@Swizzyinsg]

Thank you for sharing☺️

[@psgistheworstclubineurope]

Australia and New Zealand are hell holes. Better leave them alone they don't need more Sporean migrating to there.

[@deb681]

Low crime does not mean no crime. Please do not leave your valuables unattended around public spaces

[@Swizzyinsg]

I feel SO SAFE😂

[@deb681]

:) am glad you do feel safe - it is generally so. But it’s better to take precaution 🌷

[@whatajoke8497]

There is freedom of speech in Singapore. You just have to know how to go about it in the right way. Stuffs like demonstrations and rioting just disrupt lives for everybody and we Singaporeans are too content with our lives to want to cause disruptions like that. Also it's too hot to be out in the sun holding useless demonstrations.

[@Swizzyinsg]

Haha too hot?😄

[@anchored555]

Yes, Singaporeans don’t believe in having street demonstrations, which often tend to get out of hand and cause personal injury or damage to property. They can also be hijacked by people with ulterior motives and cause unnecessary/unforeseen damage and social disruption. We have much more constructive ways of raising our concerns about different issues to the government eg government feedback channels, writing to the media or ministers, etc. These channels are fairly responsive and you will usually get a reply within 5 working days. No need to sweat it out protesting on the streets and possibly getting hurt or arrested.

[@Bekindloveis]

Not always 15mins rain 🌧️ It can rain all day or night in SG during monsoon seasons 😂

[@Swizzyinsg]

🙈🙈

[@kelvinth30]

it's true we stay in a bubble protected by the system , but most Singaporeans took for granted until they face the real world outside

[@Swizzyinsg]

Yes agree.. SG is such a great place!

[@cherriemay528]

I would never want to live abroad for that long i prefer it as a vacation 😅

[@Swizzyinsg]

Where are you from?

[@Avarta8]

Can’t disagree with you on the reasons why Singapore is a great place live. Most western expats will not admit this but in Singapore, they get to live like old style colonialist! No other Cities in the top 10 best places to live allow these expats to have domestic helpers managing the household and children while the ma’am and boss go partying with fellow expats! It’s a distinct advantage for Singapore vs western cities!

[@Swizzyinsg]

Singapore is the best place imo☺️☺️☺️

[@jkl6868]

Are you kidding? I am dreading my time here, been here for a couple months, few more weeks to go, can’t wait to leave.

[@Swizzyinsg]

Where??

[@weiyongl]

I love switzerland. That being said the restuarants in switzerland are so expensive.

[@Swizzyinsg]

true!!

[@josephteo2457]

Drive to kl need 5 hours. Drive to johor need 1 to 2 hours depend on holiday festive

[@Swizzyinsg]

Yes Malaysia is very close!

[@jiti5034]

For middle level professionals getting PR is so difficult if there was a point based PR system like AUS/NZ/ Canada many middle level professionals from these countries would love to migrate.

[@Swizzyinsg]

Yes…

[@barryng1]

Sounds like the next thing to do is find a Mr Right and make this place your second home 😁

[@Swizzyinsg]

Sounds like a plan😎

[@AsianJazzify]

🥰🥰🥰SINGAPORE🥰🥰🥰

[@Swizzyinsg]

BEST

[@happy-wh2ro]

Mother is a sea of love

[@Swizzyinsg]

☺️

[@happy-wh2ro]

🌹

[@user-jk5um1om8l]

The fear of cancellation, wokery, and stultifying political correctness in the West feels more oppressive than Singapore’s bright line rules on speech. I have never felt curtailed on what I say in Singapore because the boundaries are relatively clear: no defamation, no outright promotion of hatred on racial or religious grounds. Singaporeans are champion complainers. But we do it online, there’s no deep need to shout about it on the streets. 😂 In the UK or the broader Anglophone West on the other hand you can’t express your views on a different slew of politically touchy topics without potentially crossing some ambiguous line that wasn’t controversial yesterday but is controversial today (the notion of biological sex is apparently phobic or something now; imagine an anthropologist or scientist working in such a depressing orthodoxy). Even mild centrist-right political views will get you pilloried or cancelled in certain places or professional settings. It’s mad. (Maybe the Swiss have struck a different balance-can’t really comment there since I don’t know the particulars.)

[@user-jk5um1om8l]

I should add that you are mostly correct about the placid media. But do we want a more rambunctious one? There’s a reason people hate journalists so much more in, e.g., the U.S. (where trust in legacy media is at an all time low and it’s viewed as a politically captured leftwing institution). The edgy, maybe even borderline unhinged criticism, commentary, and kvetching from Singaporeans mostly takes place on social media and online forums. That’s where the vociferous “debate” (and frankly, sensationalist trolling) is at.

[@piretkivi3218]

Censoring is far more humane than this current woke-ideology. The censors CLEARLY tell you what you can and cannot do. The woke-folk has a different set of rules every day. And there is no forgiveness. The progressives of yesterday are the bigots of tomorrow.

[@Swizzyinsg]

Thanks for sharing☺️🇸🇬

[@schan5436]

You nailed it!

[@AliMohamed-xb2ef]

good points

[@Swizzyinsg]

thank you!

[@healthytruth1363]

BE HAPPY AND BE APPRECIATIVE......WHEN BLESSINGS COME TO YOU ❤❗️❗️❗️❗️ DONT COMPLAIN......WHEN BLESSINGS STOP COMING......❗️❗️❗️❗️ 🟥🟥🟥🟥🟥🟥🟥🟥🟥🟥🟥🟥🟥🟥🟥🟥🟥🟥🟥🟥🟥🟥

[@Swizzyinsg]

Yes!

[@kevinkuok9131]

Swizzy Lizzie, there is no chicken rice or fish porridge in Switzerland! So, please stay in S'pore and have a good life.😊

[@Swizzyinsg]

Yes I will stay🥹🥰

[@hgyag5366]

I loved everythings you said about Singapore. Your observations about the bubble is also true. True hurts but I guessed we quietly accept it.

[@Swizzyinsg]

🇸🇬☺️

[@MaxiLim]

I agree with your unpopular opinion

[@primepudding3378]

Hi! I’ve been to opposition party rallies before, but I wasn’t impressed. They couldn’t even control their supporters and they spilled out on to the street and blocked traffic. By contrast, the PAP rallies are more organised even with the larger number and there were no supporters blocking traffic. There is freedom of speech, but you have to keep up with politically minded people to know where to go to hear other opinions, something which maybe only a local might know of. In the end, I’m pretty happy with how the PAP handled the pandemic so I foresee voting for them in the future. If the opposition truly understands our concerns and put up a viable alternative, I might vote for them one day, but so far they have not impressed me.

[@Swizzyinsg]

Thanks for sharing☺️🇸🇬

[@DanielFoo]

Can book your location (hong lim) to voice your opinions physically?? 😅 I'm not sure about that but at least i think on social media you can still voice your own opinions respectfully 🙏, (without using degratory comments on others) That's what i like.

[@Swizzyinsg]

Ty for sharing

[@Gumardee_coins_and_banknotes]

Sounds like Hong Kong vs Australia.

[@cheny6489]

again... Low Crime Doesn't Mean NO Crime... still the basic safety and awareness applies...

[@piretkivi3218]

A dragon is approaching us. Woohoo!!! Correct me if I am wrong but isn't it completely legal and also polite to wish everyone in Singapore a Happy New Lunar Year or a Happy New Chinese Year? Please come back to this humble comment of mine when the dragon is finally at the doorstep and accept my good wishes as well. 新年快樂！ At the same time under the unwritten woke-laws in the West: Seasons Greetings! Happy Holidays! Merry Christmas if you celebrate it! The only person the woke-lunatics were afraid to severely reprimand was Queen Elizabeth II. She stayed with her standard greeting until her death. May she rest in peace! Ah yes, if you confront the cultural marxists about this "minor issue", they will say that you are insane, too sensitive and Christmas is still okay. As long as you don't mention it? I do not find it offensive at all if someone wishes me a Happy New Year when the dragon comes (er...flies...er...lands...). Can I get a red envelope as well? Why should people who do not celebrate Christmas get offended when someone wishes them a Happy Christmas? The woke-crowd disagrees with me. Since the West is banning certain holidays while saying it is not banning them (Christmas has been shadow banned?), Singapore might have more freedom of speech in that area. Because of the Christmas problem there are also very many people who do not wish you anything. It is insane!

[@Swizzyinsg]

I am actually not sure about the answer to your question…😌

[@zhen9907]

There's always pro n con of freedom .there will always hv low noises but still acceptable n we r raise to be independent n working to futuristic icon. ... We just hope the any working foreigners .don't break rules n works toward a healthy n clean environment...

[@catzrulez5233]

You forgot to mention the tax rates haha. Many come for the tax rates. And no tax on capital gains etc

[@Swizzyinsg]

True!! Another plus!

[@father88888]

agree with u

[@LiveLife.888]

well said

[@Swizzyinsg]

I really love SG❤️

[@sonytan-g8f]

Singapore rank next to Ethiopia when comes to freedom of press. Just google it. If you want the fact. Hope she does not criticize the government. It is no good when people scare of their government

[@davidrichards1741]

More generally, almost everywhere in East Asia (except for the impoverished warmongering Philippines) is a better & safer life than almost everywhere in the West.

[@Swizzyinsg]

Hmm really? Also low developed countries?

[@davidrichards1741]

@@Swizzyinsg Yes I think so, as PH is the only one infamous for bad piracy and crime. The rest from VN thru TL are fairly good, except for Myanmar, which suffers turmoil from the US CIA/NED provoked color revolution. Same for some remote parts of TL like in the north where the US has built a huge "consulate" that's more like an arms depot as the US wants to force regime change in TL to fight or "contain" China.

[@davidrichards1741]

On second thought, you come from a low-crime western country in contrast to my western country. So for me, crime & safety are as good or usually better throughout East Asia than in my homeland. But perhaps not for you. For eg, I know that some Singaporeans get paranoid about safety when they cross the bridge from SG to MY which I think is ridiculous, as MY is better than US + Canada for violent crime.

[@Swizzyinsg]

I have a bit the same when travelling around Europe...@@davidrichards1741

[@davidrichards1741]

@@Swizzyinsg Really? So do you feel worried if, when skiing, you cross over from the Zermat peak to the Cerviina Italy side? 🤣

[@jocheah4000]

Singapore is indeed a fantastic place to live in other than the cost of living which is rising. Foreigners working in Singapore should pay a higher tax bracket than locals whom had sacrifice with NS.

[@Swizzyinsg]

☺️☺️

[@michelleherdian]

"Luxurious Lifestyle on a Budget". This sentence can only come out the mouth of foreigners who are living off expatriate income. I do not think that any construction workers, or any normal foreigners who live in Singapore on S-Pass and Work Pass, or even just any average local Singaporeans, could easily agree with this sentence.

[@deejay.trader]

Sir Raffles found few temples in Java

[@Swizzyinsg]

What?😂

[@deejay.trader]

@@Swizzyinsg He is the ruler of Singapore once.

[@audreyDsouza]

why can't you go home?? are you short of money? to be honest maybe we can help you.. I often go there because my mother is from southeast asia and has a house in singapore.. singapore is an ok country but the problem is full of mainland chinese or prc..90% of them are rude!!

[@Swizzyinsg]

Hahah no I love it sm here🥹🥰

[@franklim9672]

In short, you cannot call a spade a spade. You cannot say that a person is ignorant or stupid.

[@normancheung7111]

Leaving your phone behind and yet being able to find it may or may not be true depending on location. Don’t try it

[@Swizzyinsg]

Nothing ever happened to me…

[@kc-st]

If you want to observe freedom of speech, attend an opposition rally.

[@Swizzyinsg]

In sg?

[@kc-st]

​@@Swizzyinsgyes. Wait for the general elections which should be in 1-2 years. It's quite a spectacle.

[@Fenrispro]

Why cant leave??

[@Swizzyinsg]

Because I dont want to😄

[@andreandree4384]

Not for me, i lived and work in sg for several years and i was very happy to leave the island and move to Malaisia KL😅.. more things to do in Malaisia , bigger places and no so crowded like SG and of course, it's much cheaper to own/rent a luxury condo and sorry to say it but people are friendlier in Malaysia than SG. In the island, locals are often stressed and running here and there and don't smile very often while Malaysian are more laid back people 😊. So, no more SG for me but KL and definitely i won't live there again😊 thank you

[@Swizzyinsg]

Tysm for sharing!

[@mccaboy]

is there freedom of speech in the western countries ??

[@Swizzyinsg]

Mostly yes

[@mccaboy]

@@Swizzyinsg vaccine n election censorship and media self censorship by big tech..nope

[@ANDERSWOConceptstore]

😊

[@Swizzyinsg]

☺️

[@Ccb88888]

I'm sorry but having spent time in both countries- there is no comparison. Switzerland is way better.

[@Swizzyinsg]

Disagree😄😄😄

[@Ccb88888]

@@Swizzyinsg Sorry - lived 8 years in Singapore. Singapore is a lovely place, but Switzerland is on another level. Better paying jobs, wide variety of industries, home-grown companies, where one is at the centre of decision making. Fantastic countryside, well-preserved and charming towns and cities. Gorgeous women. Great food, great climate. Safe country with a proper democracy. One feels safe enough to speak one's mind without repercussions.....

[@nikkikhooniqi]

Add in Low Personal Tax.

[@Swizzyinsg]

True!

[@anoyakashi8775]

you dont look like singaporean. how do your country treated singaporean when singaporean is there?

[@Swizzyinsg]

I dont understand your question..

[@marijavaes]

Big plus safety and the weather😍 but don’t stay forever pleeeasee!! 🫶🏼

[@Swizzyinsg]

Why not forever?

[@marijavaes]

I will miss you too much 😢

[@Swizzyinsg]

@@marijavaes you just gotta come visit!

[@MsPiggycat]

U hv to learn more about SG historical records before u mention about speaking freely.

[@all-in-allvlogs4325]

Can expect indian vlogs in future?

[@evae.374]

love your video, but sorry I really don't agree about the "no freedom of speech" part. The way you put it seems like there is a negative connotation, like you think our government is controlling us. I can assure you we have one of the best education systems in the world, who teach us to look at different perspectives and points of views, and different sources, to verify facts and form our OWN opinions. Do you think a repressive government would want to teach us how to intelligently think for ourselves? In Singapore, if you are daring to say what you believe, you are most welcomed to say it. Of course, if it's something untrue or... stupid... then you will face the repercussions, but it is far more likely the internet will cancel you before our Government bothers to do so

[@sonytan-g8f]

She is right about Singapore. Just like communist China.

[@fkfms5945]

Nah, sounds like surely your mom will be more relieved instead. A nightmare to your mom probably sounds like... "Hey mom, I'm not coming back - I met my soul mate, a Sugar Daddy in Singapore".😂😅

[@Swizzyinsg]

Ahahaha! She is coming to visit in 4 days!!!!!

[@isorokuyamamoto8423]

you can have luxurious lifestyle at a budget except for luxurious cars i guess... lol

[@mike-uw6wt]

I could never live in a country that isn’t a democracy.

[@Swizzyinsg]

It is!!

[@Swizzyinsg]

It has regular elections!

[@mike-uw6wt]

@@Swizzyinsg No it’s not.

[@mike-uw6wt]

@@Swizzyinsg Fake elections with candidates determined and screened by the government. There is no real political competition like in actual democracies. Russia and North Korea have “elections” too lol.

[@sonytan-g8f]

She just compare Singapore to communist China.