Why is the provision of goods (e.g. NEWater) by the government important to Singapore? How is this beneficial to Singapore? by

MEME

2018-04-18 00:38:23 UTC

Why?
It is to ensure that we are self sufficient and protects⚔️ the security of Singapore.💪🏻
How?
Ensures that we meet our needs in view🧐 of the increasing population to survive as a nation🇸🇬 through possible threats.💣🚰

2018-04-18 00:38:58 UTC

Elsa and Hue

2018-04-18 00:39:27 UTC

-The provision of goods by the government is important as it will allow us to be self-sufficient so we do not have to rely on other countries to provide for our needs. For example, we will not need to depend greatly on Malaysia for our water supply as we are able to produce out own via NEWater
-This is beneficial to Singapore as we can be more independent.

YXH

2018-04-18 00:39:31 UTC

It is as without the provision of goods, like NEWater, Singapore would not be able to sustain itself independently. For example, the water agreement with Malaysia will end in 2061, and after that, Singapore would no longer have sufficient water to sustain itself. Thus, by providing goods to its citizens, the government ensures that Singapore would be able to sustain itself independently, with the public's support, even after the agreement with Malaysia end.

The provision of goods also creates opportunities for the improvement of technology and economy, as it pushed people to work harder to create a more stable future for not only themselves, but also the generations after them, and this pressure with produce more efficient people, as well as bring new heights to both the technological and economical sides of Singapore. Thus, the provision of goods is very important.

Arsene 4 & YongHan & Junbin

2018-04-18 00:39:42 UTC

Provision of Goods in Singapore allows Singapore to be have sufficient resources. The Provision of Goods provides Singapore with enough resources such as water from NEWater in the event that Malaysia stops the contract agreement of selling water to Singapore before 2061. Also, Singapore may experience prolonged seasons of dry weather, which means that water resources would be scarce and the possibility of running out of water would be increased.Hence it is important for the provision of Goods from the Government.

Clara

2018-04-18 00:40:04 UTC

It is important as the provision of goods like new water improves the overall well-being of citizens by bolstering our water security through providing an alternative to importing water.
The provision of goods also convinces singaporeans that the government is working actively for its citizens,
Increasing the confidence of singaporean’s in their government
It also creates jobs related to the manufacturing of that product, for example for scientists specialising in water purification and lab engineers.
When the well being of citizens is improved ,confidence in the government is increased and jobs are created, the productivity of citizens is subsequently increased, hence leading to economic progress in Singapore.

Helena and Faith

2018-04-18 00:40:12 UTC

The provision of goods by the government(NEWater) is important to Singapore because it is to ensure stability of Singapore’s water supply. This is beneficial because water is necessary for the younger generation and at the same time, indirectly ensuring the growth of the country.

bernice&faithe

2018-04-18 00:40:26 UTC

it is important because it helps to Ensure that singaporeans are self-sufficient,it also helps to improve singapore’s Technology and economy
this makes Singapore more independent,Singapore do not need to rely on other countries to provide them with water supply.

Victoria

2018-04-18 00:40:28 UTC

  The provision of goods by the government is important to Singapore because it allows Singapore to be self-sufficient and independent. This allows Singaporeans to have a sense of stability and security because they know that their country is self-reliant and they do not need to fear problems such as water shortage or food shortage. 
  For example, if the government does not set aside part of their expenditure for NEWater production, Singapore will be overly-reliant on Malaysia for water production. Singaporeans will feel uneasy at the possibly of Malaysia violating the contract, which would lead to Singapore having the problem of water shortage and having to undergo water rationing.

leehua&tricia

2018-04-18 00:42:38 UTC

It is important as it meets the needs of Singaporeans.
This ensures that Singaporeans have a sense of security about living in Singapore and encourages economic growth.

Stanley and How Xi

2018-04-18 00:45:19 UTC

Goods such as H₂O is scarce, therefore SG not only needs imported water from Malaysia but also its other National Taps such as NEWater. Singapore will not be in shortage of water if Malaysia don’t supply water to us. SG need to be self reliant 🤪🤪🤪🤪🤪🤪🤪