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SINGAPORE – Most Singaporeans are neutral or positive about foreigners in Singapore, and only a small proportion have negative feelings towards non-citizens, according to a survey by the government’s feedback agency Reach.
The agency said in a press release on Saturday (October 10) that those who are unemployed are more likely to feel negative towards foreigners; Work-related concerns about foreigners are also more pronounced among the unemployed.
The survey was conducted in two parts. First, a telephone survey was conducted among 2,100 Singaporean citizens aged 15 and over randomly selected from August 11-21. After that, an online survey was conducted among 1,050 random Singaporeans aged 15 and over from August 21-24.
About 49 percent of respondents were neutral on foreigners in Singapore. Negative sentiments were low: 14 percent were very negative or negative about foreigners in Singapore; the positive feelings were twice that: 35 percent were very positive or positive about foreigners in Singapore.
Things that bother Singaporeans about foreigners
All respondents in the survey were asked about the top three things that bothered them the most about foreigners.
About a quarter (23 percent) mentioned work-related concerns, while 16 percent were concerned about the social habits of foreigners (eg, perception of cleanliness, speaking loudly).
Singaporeans generally agreed on the importance of remaining open to foreigners. The majority of respondents (63%) strongly agreed or agreed that it is important for Singapore to remain open to foreigners, while 10% strongly disagreed or disagreed with the statement.
The majority of Singaporeans also recognized the benefits of Singapore being a regional hub in job creation. About 81 percent agreed that it is good that Singapore is a regional hub, offering good job opportunities for Singaporeans, even if some jobs will go to foreigners.
The remaining 19% felt that it was better for Singapore not to be a regional center, in order to reduce the number of foreigners, even if it meant fewer job opportunities for Singaporeans. Respondents who were unemployed were more likely to say so.
Anxiety about job security, career opportunities.
Reviewing the survey results, Reach Chairman Tan Kiat How, Ministry of State in the Prime Minister’s Office and Ministry of National Development, said: “During this difficult period, Singaporeans are understandably anxious about job security and career opportunities.
“The government remains committed to helping Singaporeans keep their jobs or find new ones. However, it is encouraging to know that many Singaporeans understand the need for Singapore to remain open to global talent. “
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