‘No need degree’, but statistics show otherwise?
I refer to the article “Higher starting pay for university graduates, more in freelance work: Survey” (Straits Times, Feb 26). It states that “But the proportion of graduates who secured full-time permanent employment fell from 79.9 per cent in 2016 to 78.4 per cent last year.” In contrast, only 52.8 per cent of polytechnic...
How can Singaporeans compete with more skilled, experienced and cheaper foreigners?
I refer to the article “ST-SMU: Degrees versus skills – Skills are something that activate your knowledge: Ong Ye Kung” (Straits Times, Feb 26). It states that “In the first of a four-part series, Education Minister Ong Ye Kung explains why he places skills above degrees He stands by his constant refrain that Singaporeans...
What a world of difference between the Hong Kong Budget and the Singapore Budget!
I refer to the article “Finance chief Paul Chan dishes out budget sweeteners worth billions to Hong Kong taxpayers” (South China morning post, Feb 28). It states that ” FAST FACTS: • GDP to grow 3 to 4 per cent this year • Fiscal reserves expected to reach HK$1.092 trillion • HK$138 billion fiscal surplus; 40 per...
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