Singapore's triumph: Governance strategies and societal cohesion during the COVID‐19 pandemic

This case study article delves into the comprehensive governance strategies employed by Singapore during the COVID‐19 pandemic, as elucidated in a compelling speech delivered by Mr. Zainul Abidin Rasheed at Lien Development Conference 2022. The former Senior Minister of State (Foreign Affairs) and M...

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Published in:Global policy 2024-09, Vol.15 (S6), p.92-96
Main Authors: Rasheed, Zainul Abidin, Goh, Crystal Wen Wen
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Case studies
Cohesion
COVID-19
Governance
Government executives
International relations
Pandemics
Public private partnerships
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Summary:This case study article delves into the comprehensive governance strategies employed by Singapore during the COVID‐19 pandemic, as elucidated in a compelling speech delivered by Mr. Zainul Abidin Rasheed at Lien Development Conference 2022. The former Senior Minister of State (Foreign Affairs) and Member of the Board of Trustees at Nanyang Technological University sheds light on the triumvirate of key elements—capacity, collaboration and cohesion—that underscore Singapore's successful management of the crisis. The article explores the multifaceted state capacities meticulously developed over time, highlighting the instrumental role of public–private partnerships in fostering collaborative innovation. Anchoring these strategies is societal cohesion, intricately woven with political trust, effective communication and a shared spirit of mutual support. As Mr. Rasheed contemplates the open question of whether humanity has gleaned the necessary lessons from history to adequately prepare for the future, he envisions Singapore's experience serving as a valuable reference for others.
ISSN:1758-5880
1758-5899
DOI:10.1111/1758-5899.13428