Local facts
Singapore operates on Singapore Standard Time (SST), which is UTC+8 year-round.
No, DST is not observed, so the country remains consistent throughout the year.
The country shares its zone with several neighboring countries, including Malaysia, parts of Indonesia, and the Philippines.
Singapore is 12-15 hours ahead of most of the U.S., depending on whether DST is observed in the United States.
Key industries include:
Finance: The nation is a global financial hub, hosting numerous multinational banks, investment firms, and a robust fintech sector.
Technology: The country is a leader in technology and innovation, with strong growth in artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and semiconductor manufacturing.
Shipping and Trade: With one of the busiest ports in the world, it is a crucial hub for international trade.
Tourism: Major attractions include Marina Bay Sands, Sentosa Island, and cultural heritage districts like Chinatown and Little India.
Biomedical Sciences: The country has a thriving pharmaceutical and biotechnology sector.
Finance: The nation is a global financial hub, hosting numerous multinational banks, investment firms, and a robust fintech sector.
Technology: The country is a leader in technology and innovation, with strong growth in artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and semiconductor manufacturing.
Shipping and Trade: With one of the busiest ports in the world, it is a crucial hub for international trade.
Tourism: Major attractions include Marina Bay Sands, Sentosa Island, and cultural heritage districts like Chinatown and Little India.
Biomedical Sciences: The country has a thriving pharmaceutical and biotechnology sector.
Local trivia and geography include:
Geography: It is a city-state made up of one main island and 63 smaller islands, many of which are uninhabited.
Trivia: Known as the 'Garden City,' it is famous for its lush green spaces, including the iconic Gardens by the Bay. It is also home to the world’s first night safari and the historic Raffles Hotel, birthplace of the Singapore Sling cocktail.
Geography: It is a city-state made up of one main island and 63 smaller islands, many of which are uninhabited.
Trivia: Known as the 'Garden City,' it is famous for its lush green spaces, including the iconic Gardens by the Bay. It is also home to the world’s first night safari and the historic Raffles Hotel, birthplace of the Singapore Sling cocktail.
Cultural highlights include:
Multiculturalism: The country is a melting pot of cultures, with influences from Chinese, Malay, Indian, and Western traditions. This diversity is reflected in its festivals, food, and architecture.
Hawker Culture: The city’s hawker centers are UNESCO-recognized for their vibrant food scene, offering dishes like Hainanese chicken rice and chili crab.
Discipline and Cleanliness: It is known for its strict laws and clean streets, contributing to its reputation as one of the safest and most orderly cities globally.
Multiculturalism: The country is a melting pot of cultures, with influences from Chinese, Malay, Indian, and Western traditions. This diversity is reflected in its festivals, food, and architecture.
Hawker Culture: The city’s hawker centers are UNESCO-recognized for their vibrant food scene, offering dishes like Hainanese chicken rice and chili crab.
Discipline and Cleanliness: It is known for its strict laws and clean streets, contributing to its reputation as one of the safest and most orderly cities globally.