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Global Stage: Do More So That Singaporeans Can Step Up

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June 06, 2025

I refer to the article "Young Singaporeans must think beyond our shores" (June 3). It cited TikTok chief executive officer Chew Shou Zi and Sun Life Canada president Jessica Tan. They have indeed flown our flag high with their achievements.

- Ivan Phang

Nonetheless, we should also take a step back to analyze what has made them successful in order to create an ecosystem for other capable Singaporeans to succeed internationally.

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