What has this trip taught you about another culture?
The western culture is quite different from the culture we have in Singapore. We are quite conservative both in our dressing and the manner in which we behave. We are not outspoken, however the British are confident and they have the freedom of speech. Most people there are friendly, and they take pride in the work that they do. However, they do not seem to mix around much with people of other cultures.
What are some of the things that you can learn from the British people in order to improve Singapore?
Singaporeans should be more well-read about general knowledge, and make an effort to know about things outside the textbooks, for students. Singaporeans should take more pride in their work and not just do it reluctantly. We can learn to be more patriotic and love our country more just like how the British love their country a lot.
What are some of the things that the British can learn from Singapore?
Our transport system and our healthcare service are better in many ways. They should have more dustbins around so that people don't litter. The British can learn more about racial harmony from Singapore as it is uncommon to see people of different skin colours mixing there.
After going on this trip, are there any aspects of being in Singapore/ being a Singaporean that you have learnt to appreciate better?
I definitely appreciate being a Singaporean. There are many more ethnic groups here, so I’m able to get a taste of different cultures. However, in Britain there is only one majority therefore I feel that Singapore is a much more diverse country and I really appreciate that.
I have also learnt to appreciate the heat here, and the variety of food.
I have learnt to appreciate the security we have in Singapore. In UK, when we are out on the streets be it in the day or at night, we much more afraid that something unfortunate might happen and we have to be more vigilant about our belongings and the people around us. However, in Singapore, it is generally safe to walk on the streets at night, so that is one thing we really appreciate.
We also appreciate the accessibility of different places in Singapore as the time taken to travel from place to place is far shorter than that of moving around in the UK.
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