Foreigners hit 50.5% of total workforce?

[Baal]

http://www.tremeritus.com/2014/08/05/95-of-jobs-growth-went-to-foreigners/

95% of jobs growth went to foreigners?

August 5th, 2014 | Author: Contributions

I refer to the article “Unemployment rates in Q2 hold steady amid tight labour market: MOM” (Channel NewsAsia, Jul 31).

Only Singaporeans unemployment rate increase?

It states that “Preliminary estimates released by the ministry’s Research and Statistics Department on Thursday (July 31) showed that the overall seasonally adjusted unemployment rates remained at 2.0 per cent – similar to that of the first quarter.

The seasonally adjusted unemployment rates for citizens stayed constant at 3.0 per cent, while resident unemployment rate improved slightly from 2.9 per cent to 2.8 per cent over the same period, according to the figures.”

Only Singaporeans hardest hit by unemployment?

What do the above statistics mean?

That only the unemployment rate of citizens did not improve? Does it mean that Singaporeans found it harder to get jobs relative to PRs and foreigners?

Since foreigners are all on employment pass, S-pass or work permits – there is in a sense, hardly any unemployment amongst foreigners.

95% of jobs growth went to foreigners?

The number of unemployed Singaporeans in June increased by 20,900 from 52,300 in March to 73,200 in June.

Since employment growth for the second quarter was 22,000 – does it mean that about 95% (20,900 divided 22,000) of the increase in jobs went to non-Singaporeans?

If so, what ever happened to the consistent rhetoric in recent years about “Singaporeans First” and curtailing the influx of foreigners?

What’s the point of the relentless chase for jobs growth when most of the jobs don’t go to Singaporeans?

 

S Y Lee and Leong Sze Hian

 

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[DavidOh]

I see it this way ....

 

there will come a point the tolerance limit of Singaporeans is reached especially when their basic needs are affected, at this point, what happens next will be anyone guess, why?

because all these while we are within our comfort zone despite the pain that is experience, the upper middle and upper income are generally not affected partly because their wealth can withstand the harsh reality and they can be very mobile

 

that leaves the low and lower middle income groups, which seems as a group not very vocal, my guess is they are working their butts out to make ends meet and hence no tirme even to complain

 

the trend seems to point to attaining an elitist society, perhaps we are moving towards the Indian cast system of the untouchables (unseen) and ...... Whether this is true or not, we have to wait another 5-10years but there are signs already written on the wall

 

the question should be, what are we going to do about it, or are going to anything about it?

 

 

[Jeffc]

http://www.straitstimes.com/news/singapore/more-singapore-stories/story/132m-foreign-workers-singapore-the-bulk-construction-and

 

 

[13177]

http://www.straitstimes.com/news/singapore/more-singapore-stories/story/132m-foreign-workers-singapore-the-bulk-construction-and

 

Only just in 2 industries alone, there are already 1.32m foreigner workers! Still haven't include other industries! Think the whole entire world, only this country can have such a huge number of foreigner working here!

Edited August 8, 2014 by 13177

[Baal]

Only just in 2 industries alone, there are already 1.32m foreigner workers! Still haven't include other industries! Think the whole entire world, only this country can have such a huge number of foreigner working here!

 

Putting in in % terms, would it be even worse?

[Mrmilktooth]

I see it this way ....

 

there will come a point the tolerance limit of Singaporeans is reached especially when their basic needs are affected, at this point, what happens next will be anyone guess, why?

because all these while we are within our comfort zone despite the pain that is experience, the upper middle and upper income are generally not affected partly because their wealth can withstand the harsh reality and they can be very mobile

 

that leaves the low and lower middle income groups, which seems as a group not very vocal, my guess is they are working their butts out to make ends meet and hence no tirme even to complain

 

the trend seems to point to attaining an elitist society, perhaps we are moving towards the Indian cast system of the untouchables (unseen) and ...... Whether this is true or not, we have to wait another 5-10years but there are signs already written on the wall

 

the question should be, what are we going to do about it, or are going to anything about it?

 

 

Every vote counts!!! Your vote is your power!

[DavidOh]

the authorities are so used to being unopposed to anything they want to do

can we blame them

we need to look at the root cause or root problem

[SuPerBoRed]

the authorities are so used to being unopposed to anything they want to do

can we blame them

we need to look at the root cause or root problem

And what pray tell.. In your opinion is the root cause?

[Ryu]

Only just in 2 industries alone, there are already 1.32m foreigner workers! Still haven't include other industries! Think the whole entire world, only this country can have such a huge number of foreigner working here!

 

In UAE/Dubai/AbuDhabi, it is 9% local 91% foreigner.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Expatriates_in_the_United_Arab_Emirates

[Vinceng]

Japan is the direct opposite of Singapore, where Foreigners make up just 2% of the population. The Japanese are still surviving well without the influx of foreigners. Singapore must be in a very unique situation 

 

http://news.asiaone.com/news/asia/foreigners-japan-face-significant-levels-discrimination-survey-shows

[Victor68]

1st I am not sure of the data. 2nd, 3% or 90% also depend on how the citizens are coping. if we dont have jobs, then even 3% is a problem.

 

Those countries with reach natural resources, they can continue to throw money. wait till they one day become begger, then they know they are being unfair to their next generations

[Mustank]

[Lurpsexx]

 

I dunno what to say.... there is no future for skill-less Singaporeans in Singapore... with this kinda propaganda brainless  washing,.... after old man left, really anything goes now to save their white hides....

[Vid]

Girls still ok lah... if they are chio. Find rich men to marry.

 

Men .... ha.... good luck if you think like that. Serving NS already took at least 2 yrs of your life and you still want to work first and look see look see?

[Sosaria]

There is a "skills gap" now. This much is true. There will be too many degree holders jobless and many jobs that require specialised skills left unfilled. Skills future is supposed to address this mismatch.

 

But it doesn't solve the problem of low salaries offered for these so-called specialised skills jobs !! How to survive in the most expensive city in the world?

Edited April 1, 2017 by Sosaria

[Sosaria]

I dunno what to say.... there is no future for skill-less Singaporeans in Singapore... with this kinda propaganda brainless washing,.... after old man left, really anything goes now to save their white hides....

These jokers should lead by example and start with their own kids.

 

These elitists will probably have a seizure if their precious white horse ah boy or ah girl decide to choose poly over jc and then start working first after securing diploma

[Staff69]

dear parents.

 

 

the best thing you could ever give to your children is not monies or properties

 

 

 

but a good solid education so that they could be free to live their life to the fullest.

 

the propaganda posters will has its effect. perhaps sealing the fate of children from under privileged families.

 

having received resumes from overseas candidates. all are equip with a minimum degree if not a diploma .yes. even a diploma from university of prata or university of online training. well still counts.

 

 

even if your kid decided to be a hawker. let him be an educated one, to say the least.

 

 

 

the little course i went recently, the biggest reward i got out from it was international business connections and yes, my current squeeze. shu qu (lookalike )

Edited April 2, 2017 by Staff69

[DACH]

These jokers should lead by example and start with their own kids.

 

These elitists will probably have a seizure if their precious white horse ah boy or ah girl decide to choose poly over jc and then start working first after securing diploma

Poly?

 

Perhaps make them stop at O levels or even N levels to have a taste of reality of finding a proper job in Singapore? 

 

Out of touch with the people.