Citizenship, Government, and Globalisation Lecture Notes

A set of vocabulary flashcards covering citizenship legal status, government principles, management of diversity, and the impacts and responses to globalisation based on lecture transcripts.

Article 9

The specific article associated with the legal status of citizenship.

SPF

Singapore Police Force; the organization responsible for preserving safety and maintaining law and order.

ERP

Electronic Road Pricing; an example provided under the principle of having good leadership in government.

Integrated Resorts (2017)

An example of the government anticipating change and remaining relevant to maintain the economy.

Meritocracy

A system ensuring a stake for everyone through schemes like the Edusave merit scholarship and bursaries.

MFA

Ministry of Foreign Affairs; the body responsible for promoting and protecting a country's national interest through diplomacy.

NIMBY

'Not In My Backyard'; refers to the challenge of unequal cost of sharing when deciding what is good for society, such as the placement of dormitories.

Dakota Crescent

A location referenced in the context of strengthening citizens' sense of belonging through conservation efforts.

REACH

A government platform that utilizes social media to engage with citizens and influence decision-making in public affairs.

Socio-economic Status (SES)

A factor contributing to diversity in society, often addressed through the Financial Assistance Scheme (FAS).

Assimilation

A response to socio-cultural diversity where individuals adopt the dominant culture, with France cited as an example.

Integration

A response to socio-cultural diversity involving the People's Association (PA) to help citizens live together in a diverse society.

Digital Technology

A factor contributing to globalization, with Apple and the iPhone provided as specific examples.

MNCs

Multinational Corporations like Charles & Keith that contribute to the growth of globalization.

Cultural Exchange

An impact of globalization that leads to increased appreciation and the creation of fusion music.

AP-CERT

Asia Pacific Computer Emergency Response Team; a collaborative response to cyber security threats like hackers.

PMET

Professionals, Managers, Executives, and Technicians; a group that faces increased competition for resources due to globalization.

SMEs

Small and Medium Enterprises; businesses that receive financial assistance from the government to help them respond to globalization challenges.

Article 9

The section of the constitution that defines the legal status of citizenship.

SPF

An abbreviation for the Singapore Police Force, which is responsible for preserving safety and maintaining law and order.

ERP

An example showing the government's principle of good leadership and anticipating change to remain relevant.

Integrated Resorts ($2017$)

An example of a government initiative aimed at anticipating change and maintaining economic relevance.

HDB

Public housing provided to ensure every citizen has a stake in the country.

Meritocracy

A system where advancement is based on ability and effort, exemplified by the Edusave Merit Scheme, scholarships, and bursaries.

MFA

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs, which works to promote and protect the country's national interest through diplomacy.

NIMBY

An acronym for 'Not In My Backyard,' representing the unequal cost sharing and challenges in deciding what is good for society, such as the placement of dormitories.

REACH

A government platform used to gather citizen feedback and strengthen the sense of belonging through social media and public affairs.

Project NY, NAF

Programs or initiatives related to managing diversity in race and ethnicity.

FAS

Financial Assistance Scheme, a government response to socio-economic diversity (SES) to address the needs of different groups.

Assimilation

A response to socio-cultural diversity where minority groups are expected to adopt the culture of the majority, such as in France.

Integration

A response to diversity where different groups maintain their unique identities while interacting, often facilitated by the People's Association (PA).

Charles & Keith

An example of a Homegrown Multi-National Corporation (MNC) that illustrates the growth of businesses in a globalized economy.

Knowledge and Skills Exchange

An impact of globalisation exemplified by the Biomedical Research Council.

Cultural Impacts (Globalisation)

The spread of culture and increased influences from other countries, such as American products or K-pop figures like G-Dragon.

APCERT

The Asia Pacific Computer Emergency Response Team, which helps manage and respond to security challenges like hackers and cyber security threats.

PMET

Professionals, Managers, Executives, and Technicians who face increased competition for jobs and resources as a result of globalisation.