Kf Seetoh: If you’re planning your life around going to JB for lifestyle & food, where’s your loyalty to struggling Singaporeans?
From Mr Seetoh's National Day post on social media. He underlined that Singapore needs foreigners and migrants, but outlined the type of people they should be This article ( Kf Seetoh: If you’re planning your life around going to JB for lifestyle & food, where’s your loyalty to struggling Singaporeans? ) first appeared on The Independent Singapore News .
In a recent Facebook post marking Singapore's 61st birthday, renowned food expert Mr Seetoh shared his thoughts on the upcoming opening of the Johor Bahru-Singapore Rapid Transit System (RTS) Link. He cautioned those planning to relocate to Johor Bahru for lifestyle and culinary opportunities, noting that it's not as simple as it may seem.
Mr Seetoh, with extensive experience in business matters, warned that venturing into foreign business can be challenging, stating, "Be careful, if you've never (done) business in a foreign land. It's full of mines, it's not easy."
While the focus on Singapore's struggles regarding the RTS Link may dominate conversations, Mr Seetoh pointed out that Singaporeans should not view the opening as a guarantee of easy accessibility to their favorite dining spots. He emphasized that the convenience of reaching one's preferred dining destination would still require effort. Furthermore, Mr Seetoh raised concerns about individuals who plan to move to Johor Bahru for lifestyle and food, questioning their loyalty to struggling Singaporeans.
He argued that Singaporeans should not prioritize convenience over their responsibilities towards fellow citizens who are working hard to build the country. Mr Seetoh reminded those planning to move to Johor Bahru that Singapore's success is not solely reliant on foreign workers but rather on the type of migrants who contribute to the nation's growth.
He stressed that the country needs workers who are willing to assimilate and respect Singapore's cultural norms. Failure to do so may result in Singaporeans making them feel unwelcome.
Mr Seetoh also addressed the issue of national identity, urging new Singaporeans and residents to respect, grow with, and aspire for a better Singapore. He ended his post by expressing his appreciation for Singapore's pioneers and forebears who built the nation, while also awaiting the government's commitment to achieving better achievements in sports.
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