edited by Gillian Koh (Institute of Policy Studies, Singapore)

The Singapore Perspectives series is a yearly publication that provides critical analysis of emerging trends and issues Singapore faces in terms of social, economic and political development. It is a quick and essential reference for understanding the broad policy discussions that animate thought leaders, policy-makers and the public in the country during the immediate period or that are likely to do so in the short- and medium-term.

This edition focuses on the trends and possible surprises that may shape the social and economic landscape of Singapore in 2030, and provides scenarios of what Singapore might be like then. Featuring a chapter written by Mr. Peter Schwartz, a leading global futurist, other contributors include leading and younger academics and intellectuals in relevant policy areas. The book is unique in its forward-looking perspective, and will appeal to think-tanks, academics and general readers not only in Singapore, but in the wider Asian region as well.

• Introduction: Inevitable Surprises for Singapore 2030 (P Schwartz)
• Singapore 2030: Demographic Trends and Projections (M T Yap & G Shantakumar)
• The Family and Social Support System (G Jones)
• Multiculturalism, Identity and Citizenship (S H Tan)
• Land Use Planning and the Environment (L C Malone-Lee & Y L Chua)
• Healthcare for the Future (K H Phua & V Lee)
• The Singapore Economy 2030 (K P Teh)
• Singapore's Next 25 Years: Sources of Economic Dynamism (W Koh)
• Regional Economic Integration and Implications for Singapore (D Hew & R Sen)
• Skills Shortages and the Wage Gap in Year 2030 (W T Hui & R Toh)
• Singapore in the International System in 2030 (E Goh)
• Singapore and the Threats to National Security (N Vasu & Y Chin)
• Contemplating Singapore Politics in 2030 (Z Ibrahim & S H Peh)
• ICT Myths and Singapore Realities (A Mahizhnan & T H Tan)
• Singapore: The Art of Building a Global City (S Sanyal)
• Conclusion: Scenarios of 2030 and Adapting to Uncertainty (G Koh)