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Singapore’s metropolitan economic strategy since 1980: Human capital, infrastructure, and lessons for Nigeria
Singapore's economic growth has drawn global attention. This paper details Singapore's economic strategies from 1980, focusing on government roles, human capital, and infrastructure. In the 1980s, Singapore prioritised high-value industries and workforce skills, forming the National Computer Board and investing in infrastructure. The 1990s continued high-tech adoption and regional expansion through the Singapore-Johor-Riau growth triangle. The government focused on human capital and education reform. Urban planning and transportation were vital for industrialisation. Lessons from Singapore, li…
