Singapore is an island strategically located in the Asia Pacific region. Since independence, Singapore has grown from a third world country to a country having one of the highest standards of living in the world. This achievement is attributed to various aspects of the country, good infrastructure, well-trained workforce, established financial centre and a stable political environment,
Infrastructure
Singapore has an excellent infrastructure, in telecommunications, sea and air communications. Singapore Changi Airport has earned its reputation as the most efficient airport. The port of Singapore is the busiest port in the world in terms of shipping tonnage. Being at the crossroads of major shipping routes has contributed to the growth of the port.