SG60 • A foreigner's tribute to Singapore

This reflection was inspired by a recent call in The Straits Times inviting young Singaporeans to imagine what the nation might look like in 2085.

- Dr Flocy Joseph

While I know I won't be around to witness Singapore at 120, there's a good chance my grandchildren will.

In 2010, my husband was posted to Singapore. And I arrived as a trailing spouse from Mumbai with our young son unaware that this city-state would become more than just a stop along the way—it would become home.

Fifteen years later, I am proud to celebrate SG60—not just as a resident, but as someone deeply invested in this country's continued evolution.

Singapore has given me far more than a place to live. It has given me purpose, growth, and a sense of community. My career brought me to Singapore Management University (SMU), where I completed my PhD and now serve in the Office of Executive Development.