Goh Chok Tong
Prime Minister

(pronounced "GO CHUCK TUNG")

"We must seek common ground and forge consensus on major issues. Then we will continue to have political stability, the bedrock of our social harmony and economic prosperity."

The Republic of Singapore is a city-state located on the southern tip of the Malay Peninsula. Singapore's total area of 637.5 sq km (246 sq mi) is comprised of a single large island and 50 other islets. The population was estimated at 4.4 million in July 2002, growing at a rate of 3.5% per year. Due to its limited area, Singapore is among the most densely populated countries in the world. The population is ethnically diverse, consisting of 77% Chinese, 14% Malays, 8% Indians and Pakistanis, and a small percentage of other groups. Major religions include Buddhism, Taoism, Confucianism, Hinduism, and Islam. Christianity is also a major religion in Singapore due to...