Singapore VS. USA: Why So Different?

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  • Опубликовано: 29 окт 2024

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  • @hookkimhin7097
    @hookkimhin7097 2 года назад +27

    Frankly the Singapore government gives me a very unique impression the way the entire cabinet performs. Look at the ways the ministers conduct themselves in the parliament and outside the parliament, they are very serious in their conducts and behaviors, whereas the ministers in other countries are focusing on slogans, harping on issues childishly and often making stupid remarks to the press.
    Singapore is a safer and better place to stay because the policies and enforcement are consistent to all people including visitors. That is a lot to do with the entire cabinet and PM. In fact, Singapore is a role model for the world to emulate in terms of administration and government policies.

    • @TheKrazyKoala
      @TheKrazyKoala  2 года назад +2

      it is... very unique

    • @jennifer-oc6io
      @jennifer-oc6io 2 года назад +7

      I agree with you. I have lived in a Scandinavian country for almost a decade as a Singaporean. Their unrealistic idealisms, ever changing governments n impractical dreams , using their time as PM to experiment their idealism’s is the reason why I have decided to bring my sons home to singapore n forget about Europe. Immediately after I have made that decision, the pandemic came n Europe revealed its decade long weaknesses. From poor medical efficiency, to chaotic democracy, high unemployment rate n high crimes.

    • @johnyip7878
      @johnyip7878 2 года назад +1

      But Singapore formed parliament rules and practices based on western world. And they adopted it without fail.
      But the rest of the countries I can’t judge, however the obvious sticks out.. if you know what I mean.

  • @avil8686
    @avil8686 2 года назад +27

    If you're alone in the jungle you can do whatever you want but if you're living in a community your freedom may challenge other's freedom. The east culture put community as the number one interest but the west culture put personal interest as the most important thing. Easterners are more willing to sacrifice personal freedom for the benefit of society.

    • @joeraymond3486
      @joeraymond3486 2 года назад +1

      Which is dumb

    • @TheKrazyKoala
      @TheKrazyKoala  2 года назад +1

      thank you for your comments! :)

    • @joeraymond3486
      @joeraymond3486 2 года назад +1

      @@TheKrazyKoala you're welcome 😁

    • @pujpromptunikjoy6971
      @pujpromptunikjoy6971 2 года назад +6

      @@joeraymond3486 you don’t have the right to disrespect someone’s culture

    • @pujpromptunikjoy6971
      @pujpromptunikjoy6971 2 года назад +6

      @@joeraymond3486 why can’t you just leave others to make the choice they want to make and their choice has nothing to do with you

  • @MalamaLife
    @MalamaLife 2 года назад +14

    I can definitely see the pros and cons of both! Loved this fun video Koala! I love talking about different cultures :)

    • @TheKrazyKoala
      @TheKrazyKoala  2 года назад +2

      Glad you liked it!! Sophie! Can't wait for your next one too!

    • @thadnguyen467
      @thadnguyen467 2 года назад

      I live in Orange County, Southern California, for the most of my life lots of things to do and see the only thing is traffic and housing is very expensive! Personally, I think Singapore is much cleaner Thanks for sharing wishing you good health!

  • @davidnhc
    @davidnhc 2 года назад +28

    Singapore is orderly, predictable, pragmatic, inclusive, modern, forward looking, family oriented, ….etc

    • @TheKrazyKoala
      @TheKrazyKoala  2 года назад +2

      forward looking... interesting observation!

    • @jeromestavrosyeo
      @jeromestavrosyeo 2 года назад +5

      @@TheKrazyKoala David is not wrong. Forward looking does not equate with being liberal and progressive.
      Say what you like about Singapores government, they are not corrupt and also "try" to do the right thing. We have to give credit where it is due. This much I can say about this country I live in and am glad Koala, they you have chosen to live here!👍👍👍

    • @bobafett5757
      @bobafett5757 2 года назад +1

      @@jeromestavrosyeo Did you miss reading the local tabloid news on white collar crimes happening here so please grow up and dont be naive?

    • @bobafett5757
      @bobafett5757 2 года назад +3

      Every country is like what you described as above so theres nothing to shout about.

    • @JusmeAdriano
      @JusmeAdriano 2 года назад

      Predictable … haha . Nice one

  • @douglasyong6939
    @douglasyong6939 2 года назад +8

    Asian way of life is different from the west, family first as opposed to independence... Nice to see you smiling more in this vlog

  • @vernal8552
    @vernal8552 2 года назад +4

    The Krazy Koala is Krazy Smart. Your insightful analysis makes me appreciate why you are so successful in your business career. You seem to sometimes doubt or have ambivalence about yourself. You shouldn't.

    • @TheKrazyKoala
      @TheKrazyKoala  2 года назад +1

      awww thank you so much you're so sweet. no, i never doubt myself haha... i hope i don't come across as cocky though

  • @bobbywee8200
    @bobbywee8200 2 года назад +3

    Good observations. Singapore is different from US as we are so tiny and in order to survive, Singaporeans actually sacrifice some of our freedom and privacy for the better of Singapore to thrive as a business centre which MNCs are attracted by safety, stability and effciency of a country.

    • @TheKrazyKoala
      @TheKrazyKoala  2 года назад

      thank you. so glad to share. happy holidays

  • @kksuccess111
    @kksuccess111 2 года назад +12

    Hope you guys enjoy this video!

  • @stctblu
    @stctblu 2 года назад +4

    I don't care about any cultural diversity. At the end of the day, I just want to go out, have fun and come back home, safely! And if my loved ones don't come back on time late at night, I want to know that they are delayed by minor reasons rather than safety issues. That's the freedom I want!

  • @BongBong-uv5wm
    @BongBong-uv5wm 2 года назад +1

    Thank you😘Happy Saturday, have a wonderful time ❤️

  • @James-tq8lm
    @James-tq8lm 2 года назад +4

    I lived in California before, but I feel much peaceful in Singapore. In USA every year tax is a big issue very troublesome, in Singapore you can make it done in 10 minutes.

  • @markhadley1545
    @markhadley1545 2 года назад +9

    It should be pointed out that while a US citizen must file US taxes no matter where they live, there is a deduction given for whatever is paid in local taxes that is substantial. In the end you need to have a very good income wherever you are living to pay local taxes and still owe money to uncle SAM. For the vast majority of people the process is just more of a pain then anything else.

    • @TheKrazyKoala
      @TheKrazyKoala  2 года назад +1

      thanks for your add-on!

    • @btlim4316
      @btlim4316 11 месяцев назад

      Like many rights..I think it's so because no brave souls have yet to launch a constitutional challenge on this rule(to pay taxes while overseas).

  • @maquiavelo7157
    @maquiavelo7157 2 года назад +2

    I have been to both countries and in my opinion. I prefer the security Singapore can provide in spite of the control and restrictions that we come across all over the city. As you mentioned, there is more freedom in USA but as a consecuence there are much more crimes and breaches of law there .

  • @alvink82
    @alvink82 2 года назад +1

    From online survey Hofstede Insights
    SG vs US
    20 to 91
    This term individualism is definitely not a everyday term not even in years. But what is our Singapore identity but that usually has a more collective meaning. We are a extremely conformity people. And just follow law (loh) bunch.
    INDIVIDUALISM (Hofstede)
    The fundamental issue addressed by this dimension is the degree of interdependence a society maintains among its members. It has to do with whether people´s self-image is defined in terms of “I” or “We”.
    In Individualist societies people are supposed to look after themselves and their direct family only. In Collectivist societies people belong to ‘in groups’ that take care of them in exchange for loyalty.
    Singapore, with a score of 20 is a collectivistic society. This means that the “We” is important, people belong to in-groups (families, clans or organisations) who look after each other in exchange for loyalty. Here we can also see the second key principle of the Confucian teaching: The family is the prototype of all social organizations.
    A person is not primarily an individual; rather, he or she is a member of a family. Children should learn to restrain themselves, to overcome their individuality so as to maintain the harmony in the family. Harmony is found when everybody saves face in the sense of dignity, self-respect, and prestige. Social relations should be conducted in such a way that everybody’s face is saved. Paying respect to someone is called giving face.
    Communication is indirect and the harmony of the group has to be maintained, open conflicts are avoided. A “yes” doesn’t necessarily mean “yes”; politeness takes precedence over honest feedback.

  • @tonydonoghue3303
    @tonydonoghue3303 2 года назад +3

    Hello girlfriend....we only get one life...it's not a rehearsal....so live the life you want...not the one other people want you to have....yes you have to obey the laws of each country you visit...
    Some rules seem a bit strict. And can feel over powering compared to others...it all boils down to what life style that suits you.....no country in the world has got everything right...so what's important is to enjoy what's important to you..... freedom is something we take for granted...our minds cannot grow with out freedom to think and make our own mistakes... that's how we learn..... love as always from London

    • @TheKrazyKoala
      @TheKrazyKoala  2 года назад +1

      Hello boyfriend hahah..... yup. not a rehearsal at all... YOLO!

  • @adam8905
    @adam8905 2 года назад +2

    Koala, keep it up, people might think Singapore is tiny & crowded, but it's not, under residential buildings they make it hollow/connected to all directions, which there's no one live at the ground floor..

    • @TheKrazyKoala
      @TheKrazyKoala  2 года назад +1

      hi hi thank you for your support :) plz share my video with others!

    • @adam8905
      @adam8905 2 года назад +1

      @@TheKrazyKoala Sure😄Miss Koala

  • @vwchan841
    @vwchan841 2 года назад +4

    Hi KK!!! Ok, the world agrees with you that Singapore is definitely at the top for residency (employment, retirement, etc.). Maybe you have already done one but a short video on how to achieve Singapore residency would be very informative to your audience and future viewers. Yes, I am aware the normal way is to invest a considerable amount of money/capital in the country but is that the only way? Do tell!!!!

    • @TheKrazyKoala
      @TheKrazyKoala  2 года назад

      hello morning. so glad that you enjoy this video!

  • @marcuslee7840
    @marcuslee7840 2 года назад +3

    Oh wow! I didn’t realised that as working American; even if you’re hired overseas, you have to pay taxes. That’s insightful. Thanks for the episode. I like it 💛

  • @markhadley1545
    @markhadley1545 2 года назад +3

    If big cities MUST exist Singapore has stumbled onto the only practical way to run them.

    • @TheKrazyKoala
      @TheKrazyKoala  2 года назад

      btw, did you ever live in SG?

    • @markhadley1545
      @markhadley1545 2 года назад

      @@TheKrazyKoala I have never been to Singapore. Singapore is a special fascination of mine and I have been studying it for years simply because it fascinates me to do so. I am sure I would not be happy living there because I am a "country kid" I don't deal with population density well. The climate would also make me miserable. It is -3C here and I have my office window open.

  • @heathphoenix1612
    @heathphoenix1612 2 года назад +1

    In singapore u drop ur wallet gurantee ull find it in the same place the next day or at the near by police station,,,the level of safety and security is just awesome

  • @raygan777able
    @raygan777able 2 года назад +5

    Loads. In culture, background and environment. We are still very Asian in many ways which I see is a very good thing.

    • @TheKrazyKoala
      @TheKrazyKoala  2 года назад

      Good morning! glad that you enjoy this video!

    • @raygan777able
      @raygan777able 2 года назад +1

      @@TheKrazyKoala definitely. Thought you were going to shutdown your RUclips because of your new career commitments. Glad that you'll still be online.

    • @TheKrazyKoala
      @TheKrazyKoala  2 года назад

      @@raygan777able did u watch the full video last week? I didn’t say so

    • @raygan777able
      @raygan777able 2 года назад +1

      @@TheKrazyKoala lol. I did. Probably missed that part.

  • @oioi-qv6ic
    @oioi-qv6ic 2 года назад +2

    Thank you sharing this video. I like it the way you compare both opposite countries. They have their own ways of uniqueness that makes them quite successful countries in the world. Thanks again for sharing your insights, I have never been to US but in this way I could vision it as if I have visited that country. :)

    • @TheKrazyKoala
      @TheKrazyKoala  2 года назад +2

      You’re welcome. Feel free to share my videos with others and Facebook Instagram 😬

  • @lecherhao86
    @lecherhao86 2 года назад +5

    Just like what she has mentioned in the starting part of video, there's no right and wrong, or which one is better when comparing the collective Singapore Vs individualistic US culture. Even in Singapore, you still have true blue Singaporeans who are very individualistic. And even an individualist can also confirm to certain aspects of life here.
    I'm just lucky to be borned here where racism isn't as bad as that in US. And healthcare is kinda being taken care of by our motherly govt. Haha.

    • @Cincololol
      @Cincololol 2 года назад +1

      Generally I felt US people are much more friendly and easy going.
      Disagree on the racism part, soon after finishing high school, I travel by bus from msia to enter Singapore, the stare and look, word used by my own fellow msians working there as immigration security guard or officer is so rude.
      Same year I moved on to the US, the feel I got there are much more relaxed and sensible.

    • @lecherhao86
      @lecherhao86 2 года назад +6

      @@Cincololol sorry that you actually experienced racism. But like you mentioned, the racism was attributed to 'fellow msians'. So I guess you guys have to work harder on your part. Most Singaporeans aren't that racist though there are some who overtly do so. No nationality is perfect anyway.
      Since you had lived and worked here in Singapore, you would have noticed some differences in the ways Singaporeans and Malaysians behave. Most true blue Singaporeans who went through the Singapore education system since young really treasure the racial harmony that we have here. I even think our harmony is one of the best in the world. Haha.

    • @TheKrazyKoala
      @TheKrazyKoala  2 года назад +1

      i'm so glad to see you guys are having some good conversation here!

  • @craigmcclennen4485
    @craigmcclennen4485 2 года назад +2

    I love all these thoughts . In Oklahoma we are very social . I very seldom went to lunch alone. I do think during Covid our people should have been closer in their choices. There is always a place for Singapore type government and US type government.great thoughts KK !

    • @TheKrazyKoala
      @TheKrazyKoala  2 года назад +1

      Hi Craig. I’d love to experience mid west some day 😬😬🥂🥂

    • @craigmcclennen4485
      @craigmcclennen4485 2 года назад

      @@TheKrazyKoala I know all of Oklahoma and some of Texas . Both are beautiful in spring and Summer. Early spring is tornado weather so not a good time to come

  • @toriishinto3074
    @toriishinto3074 2 года назад +2

    As a Singaporean, I believe I've chosen easy mode in life.

  • @albertmaynard1147
    @albertmaynard1147 2 года назад +3

    Me vs Us. The individual 'freedoms' in the US vs the needs of the group in Singapore. Great examples of these systems in play can be shown in both healthcare and education. Both these systems are intended to benefit the country as a whole, but can also highlight the divide between the 'Haves' and the 'Have-nots'. Mind you with 5.9 million people vs 330+ million, this also plays into the equation as well.

    • @myoung1970s
      @myoung1970s 2 года назад

      Well, China 1.2 Billion vs USA 330+ Million

    • @albertmaynard1147
      @albertmaynard1147 2 года назад

      @@myoung1970s 1.44 billion actually

    • @TheKrazyKoala
      @TheKrazyKoala  2 года назад +1

      thanks for sharing your insights! that's very true!

    • @Jinkypigs
      @Jinkypigs 2 года назад +1

      I do not think that population matters, for these policies are very scalable. Especially with a country with such tax revenue.
      Rather it is the gov attitude and competency. In the case of education, it is because how it is divested to individual state, I suppose.

    • @albertmaynard1147
      @albertmaynard1147 2 года назад

      @@Jinkypigs I agree that the policies should be scalable, but I get the impression that it is not the case (US). You only have to compare their public health system, their educational system, and even their roading infrastructure to realize that it falls short of ideal.

  • @SporeMich
    @SporeMich 2 года назад +4

    I believe the main reason for the difference is culture, very difficult to compare...Your observations are very true though.

  • @kwpf
    @kwpf 2 года назад +1

    Thanks for the interesting sharing!

    • @TheKrazyKoala
      @TheKrazyKoala  2 года назад

      hello morning. so glad that you enjoy this video!

  • @lambolim2178
    @lambolim2178 2 года назад +6

    It’s just down to cultural differences, Singaporean are simply more systematic and dead serious about everything lol

    • @TheKrazyKoala
      @TheKrazyKoala  2 года назад

      haha dead serious.... do you drive Lambo? why your name is Lambo

  • @fomoyolope3573
    @fomoyolope3573 2 года назад +2

    Hi KK: I like your analysis and comparison. What you said is so true in the video. This is a piece of outstanding narrative through critical thinking. Yes- the content got me appreciating both sides of the coin, with no right or wrong answer.
    Regards, Singlish CA Bear sipping kopi-o and wining in the Napa Valley. Hmmmmm? To be, or not to be.

    • @TheKrazyKoala
      @TheKrazyKoala  2 года назад

      hello morning. so glad that you enjoy this video!

  • @clt2744
    @clt2744 2 года назад +4

    You forgot the most important point of all....HEALTHCARE! That is the main reason why we choose to stay in Singapore rather than take up residency in the US, even though we have a house in California. Good luck to you if you fall sick in the US and don't have health insurance.

    • @TheKrazyKoala
      @TheKrazyKoala  2 года назад

      yes healthcare!! and education!

    • @Jinkypigs
      @Jinkypigs 2 года назад

      Yeah. And safety and the rising racism of the far right. Usa is a beautiful country. Can't say that for their gov and their competence, though it does differ from state to state.

  • @UtopiaParadiseValley
    @UtopiaParadiseValley 2 года назад +1

    U.S have steak or beef cheese burgers double the size of Singapore's Mac D Burger King and Carls Junior. Super large hotdogs like Singapore's Roti John.

  • @clementihammock7572
    @clementihammock7572 2 года назад +1

    LKY once took on American question "LKY: Third World Perspective Press on 14 April 1988", Our tough old man ended with "there are many more worlds. We are not the same, and probably never will be." haha....

  • @Dennis-kp2bc
    @Dennis-kp2bc 2 года назад +2

    Hi Koala,
    To me both country are great, sure both have pros and cons. So to me Singaporean are very conservative, Americans can be quite straightforward and informal in their style of conversation. Like what peoples always say you can't have both way.😉😉😉😉😉😉

    • @TheKrazyKoala
      @TheKrazyKoala  2 года назад

      Good morning Dennis! glad that you enjoy this video!

  • @sikaing8168
    @sikaing8168 2 года назад +2

    We are the product of a rojak culture. A fusion of multiracial, East n west culture.
    That's probably our identity and makes us unique.

  • @jdjssd.n.jsjssjs8951
    @jdjssd.n.jsjssjs8951 2 года назад +4

    The main difference between US and Singapore is that in Singapore the government runs the country and is powerful. The capitalists have no power. In US, the government has little power and the capitalists dictate to the government how the country is run. If you want peaceful, well organized , efficient system, then Singapore is a good place to live and work and if you want the opposite, then US is the Country for you.

    • @TheKrazyKoala
      @TheKrazyKoala  2 года назад

      thanks for your insights sharing!

    • @ELGtheMAN
      @ELGtheMAN 2 года назад +2

      Funny thing is most Americans think they have real freedom bcos they could talk trash about their government anytime. But it's the capitalists instead who had the real freedom bcos like you said, they dictate the government and that's why the US has no real gun reforms despite having endless mass shootings and no affordable healthcare and tertiary education bcos the government takes care of these capitalists interests at expense of the American citizens.
      And I would say, freedom of speech is kind of like a pacifier for babies. It makes you feel better after you threw your tantrum at the government but NOTHING could really change.

  • @SuccessforLifester
    @SuccessforLifester 2 года назад +3

    So do you have to pay Singapore taxes if you are already paying US taxes ?

  • @WILSONLHOCK
    @WILSONLHOCK 2 года назад +2

    Well... From my point of view, it's all about the Westerns and Asians culture practice... For an example, I spend 8 hours of working everyday for 5 days in a week and I spend most of my weekend time on my hobbies ever since my childhood... Car modifications and racing in the track is my passions and my parents knew it very well but when comes to purchasing any cars for track purpose or daily use, even though I'm well versed when comes to cars and purchasing with my own money but no matter what I will still acknowledge my parents and listen to their opinions before placing my order and if their opinions doesn't got nothing to do with my capabilities to own the car, I will proceed purchasing it... The reasons of me informing my parents is just a matter of respect them as elderly while they are still alive and appreciate their guidance assistance and responsibilities to who I am now....

    • @TheKrazyKoala
      @TheKrazyKoala  2 года назад

      Wow thank you for your comments 🐨👍that’s very detailed of sharing

  • @relaxandmeditate5676
    @relaxandmeditate5676 2 года назад +1

    Beautiful video

  • @olivia7759
    @olivia7759 2 года назад +5

    I hope you are feeling OK now from your booster shot! Hmmm, "tidy and organised". Then I am a super good fit here. My partner calls me the human broom, ha ha! Your analysis is very perceptive, Koala. INTJ insightful smart! Oh, and I love your top (and big fan of the LBD also). Sorry for being so very late. Busy weekend and a weird comment mix up already (long story). Congratulations on 17K subs almost!!! 🥳

    • @TheKrazyKoala
      @TheKrazyKoala  2 года назад +1

      haha hi my queen, happy sunday! no need to be sorry! hope you enjoyed your saturday. yes, very INTJ video lol

  • @kimheng2358
    @kimheng2358 2 года назад +2

    I prefer to have lunch alone now during work days. It's more peaceful.

  • @himvijay1778
    @himvijay1778 2 года назад +2

    I think, Singapore will be better to live as I like little friendly n caring people around me.

    • @TheKrazyKoala
      @TheKrazyKoala  2 года назад +1

      Hi dear long time no see

    • @himvijay1778
      @himvijay1778 2 года назад

      @@TheKrazyKoala ,Yes dear sorry....I was busy in sm family functions but always follow ur Instagram intersting stories.

  • @btlim4316
    @btlim4316 11 месяцев назад +1

    You did not use the most recent USA flag. Was there a secret message? Looks like pre 1959 before Hawaii and Alaska were admitted.

  • @helenlinpiano
    @helenlinpiano 2 года назад +1

    Another great video ❤️💖

    • @TheKrazyKoala
      @TheKrazyKoala  2 года назад +1

      Good morning! glad that you enjoy this video!

  • @gentlelion6873
    @gentlelion6873 2 года назад +1

    Singapore is a FINE country....LOL.....I prefer to eat at home because I don't like to queue or in crowded place...I feel it sucks out my energy....hee hee
    Oops....maybe I live too long oversea and tend to be more independent...I am now a Singaporean foreigner....LOL

  • @M43782
    @M43782 2 года назад +3

    How long had you lived in Singapore when you have got your PR?

    • @TheKrazyKoala
      @TheKrazyKoala  2 года назад +1

      you can watch. ruclips.net/video/XhBRE_2rHZs/видео.html

  • @mathewlee3210
    @mathewlee3210 2 года назад +1

    Culture, tradition n religion sets standards in our upbringing.
    Sadly, Politics n Religion divides humanity n nations.
    What is cognitive between both nations n others too, seeking a sense of sanity n relevance with this pandemic.
    Stay safe everyone.
    A great insight n illustration on this week episode, KK. Thumbs up.

    • @TheKrazyKoala
      @TheKrazyKoala  2 года назад +1

      papa's comment is always so deep!!! :)))

    • @mathewlee3210
      @mathewlee3210 2 года назад +1

      @@TheKrazyKoala haha...always looking at things from a wider lense.

    • @TheKrazyKoala
      @TheKrazyKoala  2 года назад +1

      @@mathewlee3210 champion la

  • @lawrencelok9358
    @lawrencelok9358 2 года назад +2

    Singapore vs America If I would have to put it should be Singapore no.1 vs American first. Both countries have strong economy but with different life styles. Professionals in America and a middle class blue collar can own and live in a single family home own 2 cars and enjoy a lovely vacation every year. They have retirement funds unemployment funds disability benefits and etc…from the government. They behave differently because they have money lots of space and a wonderful life😉😄

    • @TheKrazyKoala
      @TheKrazyKoala  2 года назад +1

      thank you for your comments!!!! i'm sure you know it all!

    • @lawrencelok9358
      @lawrencelok9358 2 года назад +1

      We need to work 40 quarters which equal to 10 years employment paying social security taxes in order to receive retirement funds. Don’t forget to file a tax return by April 15😉 You’ are eligible to receive covid checks and unemployment benefits to file a minimum tax income paying only social security. Take care!

  • @alvinyee5184
    @alvinyee5184 2 года назад +3

    Singapore is peaceful country

    • @TheKrazyKoala
      @TheKrazyKoala  2 года назад

      Good morning! glad that you enjoy this video!

  • @vielsantos
    @vielsantos 2 года назад +1

    thanks for sharing this video,informative

  • @yippeelee209
    @yippeelee209 2 года назад +1

    Explore … join us Cycling n Walking

    • @yippeelee209
      @yippeelee209 2 года назад

      Today ... Ta Pau Jurong East
      Sunset Picnic Rooftop Passionwave, Jurong Lake Gardens

    • @yippeelee209
      @yippeelee209 2 года назад

      Sg PCN cyclist group is a good option to see whats happening in n around SG

  • @wyattearp88
    @wyattearp88 2 года назад +1

    When Food bring people together

  • @MrDebmey
    @MrDebmey 2 года назад +3

    Walau still have to pay tax to USA while working here.

  • @cephasgoh1261
    @cephasgoh1261 2 года назад +4

    Yes USA couple of years is the biggest economy but slowly eroding. Now focusing on China. Huge market and with monies to spend.

    • @markhadley1545
      @markhadley1545 2 года назад +1

      Haha have you seen the news about China recently?

    • @TheKrazyKoala
      @TheKrazyKoala  2 года назад

      :)

    • @Jinkypigs
      @Jinkypigs 2 года назад

      @@markhadley1545 which news? That they are letting a big company crash because they don't want to support a inefficient company and let the actual darwinian economy takes it natural course?
      And I also read read about the company that refuse to let their worker take shelter despite two major hurrican warning, resulting in multiple deaths. And read about how your political system can be held back by one senator who took legal bribes from lobbyist and companies, and the list goes on.
      Your point again?

    • @Jinkypigs
      @Jinkypigs 2 года назад

      It will take more than a decade. But would be good to have a multi-polar world ba.ance again. Not that either gov will be benevolent, but at least it will be a check against each other.

  • @thsim88
    @thsim88 2 года назад +2

    natural disaster like hurricane earthquake n etc. here we don't have

  • @michaellee3314
    @michaellee3314 2 года назад +1

    The only difference between Singapore or any other countries is based on only one thing - You follow me (US) you are right. If not, you are wrong and better change to my liking.

  • @alvinyee5184
    @alvinyee5184 2 года назад +1

    How you find there about life culture of singapore?🌹

  • @mohdkhairil154
    @mohdkhairil154 2 года назад +2

    Oh my..i was right last week..you are getting prettier with each week 🙂

  • @MrDebmey
    @MrDebmey 2 года назад +2

    I'm very surprised people don't lunch or hang out much in USA.

    • @TheKrazyKoala
      @TheKrazyKoala  2 года назад +1

      can't generalize. just more of common thing

  • @Zealand007
    @Zealand007 2 года назад +2

    will you travel to New Zealand?

    • @TheKrazyKoala
      @TheKrazyKoala  2 года назад +1

      Ya. Many times 😬

    • @Zealand007
      @Zealand007 2 года назад

      @@TheKrazyKoala will you be in Singapore longtime?

  • @jessyblue863
    @jessyblue863 2 года назад +2

    Good video, my contribution, American will throw the first punch, apologize later, Singaporean will apologize first and strike when it's safe.

    • @lecherhao86
      @lecherhao86 2 года назад +1

      It really depends on the circumstances and the kind of person you are..I'm a Singaporean. If my family is in the way of harm e.g. a speeding pmd/cyclist knock into my child, I will just punch the person first and make sure he suffers worse than my child. No apology needed.

    • @TheKrazyKoala
      @TheKrazyKoala  2 года назад

      Good morning! glad that you enjoy this video!

  • @Joetiss
    @Joetiss 2 года назад +2

    Wow, love you can be a good lecturer...☺️

    • @TheKrazyKoala
      @TheKrazyKoala  2 года назад +1

      oh haha really? ya. i do teach at school and i have my coaching program via kksuccess.com

    • @Joetiss
      @Joetiss 2 года назад

      Wow that's great. So can you teach me how to read and write 😉

  • @gu2243
    @gu2243 2 года назад +3

    Asia is oriented with family ties and community. (Filial piety)
    Western world. Its freedom and choice .(Myself)
    All its the different mindsets

  • @shortyass001
    @shortyass001 2 года назад +1

    Poor Singaporeans also take University student loans, for example through their parents CPF and when they start working need to pay back.

  • @megstlimlim3386
    @megstlimlim3386 2 года назад +3

    SG doesnt hv homeless unemployed migrants is No.1 difference

    • @TheKrazyKoala
      @TheKrazyKoala  2 года назад +1

      👍😁😁

    • @Jinkypigs
      @Jinkypigs 2 года назад +1

      To be fair we do have homeless people. Just not to the extend of many states in usa.

  • @johnyip7878
    @johnyip7878 2 года назад +2

    What? Even when you don’t work in US, if you are a US citizen, you still got to pay taxes?

    • @TheKrazyKoala
      @TheKrazyKoala  2 года назад +1

      yup

    • @johnyip7878
      @johnyip7878 2 года назад

      @@TheKrazyKoalathat’s so not logical

    • @johnyip7878
      @johnyip7878 2 года назад +1

      Not sure if Singapore follow this type of concept. Got to check my side.

    • @reginalim7409
      @reginalim7409 2 года назад

      @@johnyip7878 Singapore has the most easy, straight forward tax system. No we don’t get tax in Spore when we work in USA or anywhere else.

  • @infour44
    @infour44 2 года назад +1

    I’d share the thought that some are better lateral thinkers others, more linear.

  • @AngeloSantitto
    @AngeloSantitto 2 года назад +1

    Well that is interesting 😊

  • @johannrafferty1443
    @johannrafferty1443 2 года назад +1

    Singapore container port world number 2 and usa port are not listed on the top 10 lisit

  • @mariocarranza2133
    @mariocarranza2133 2 года назад +1

    Everything in Singapore sounded great except for one thing you're not getting me to join the army 🪖 I do like the idea of getting a fine if you throw your trash anywhere sounds like Singapore is a nice clean place also like her parents really take care of you until you're married but I still prefer to live here

    • @TheKrazyKoala
      @TheKrazyKoala  2 года назад +1

      Hola Amigo!

    • @mariocarranza2133
      @mariocarranza2133 2 года назад

      @@TheKrazyKoala hola amiga ☺️😊☺️☺️☺️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ I really enjoy this video

  • @davidlim1567
    @davidlim1567 2 года назад +1

    Why not you visit malaysia. Try to see different culture and lifestyle. Do visit Melaka which one of the state in Malaysia.

    • @TheKrazyKoala
      @TheKrazyKoala  2 года назад

      of course i've been there many times

  • @chowzisiong7800
    @chowzisiong7800 2 года назад +1

    so as an INTJ, with the emphasis on N, how do you find living in SG? ;)

    • @TheKrazyKoala
      @TheKrazyKoala  2 года назад

      🤗I’m also very N

    • @chowzisiong7800
      @chowzisiong7800 2 года назад

      @@TheKrazyKoala hahahahaha i'd imagine most INTJs not liking Sg very much except maybe for SG being open economically - but terribly illiberal socially!

    • @chowzisiong7800
      @chowzisiong7800 2 года назад

      @@TheKrazyKoala i'm very N too. ;)

  • @wujianxue7695
    @wujianxue7695 2 года назад +1

    Are you still going to come back to the US?

  • @Lukearthwalker
    @Lukearthwalker 2 года назад +2

    "Fostering greater creativity", "Independence" & "having my own space", oh yeah, those would definitely be all my co-#1 reasons! That said, there are too many cons and more on the way so I'm staying open to change.

    • @TheKrazyKoala
      @TheKrazyKoala  2 года назад +1

      Good morning! glad that you enjoy this video!

  • @sebastianniqvist3144
    @sebastianniqvist3144 2 года назад +4

    It’s all about what you prefer and what is more suitable for you. I can’t live in a western country although I am a westerner. I prefer Asia 100%.
    The USA is overrated and I feel the racial tensions that have always been there have grown even more in the last 15 years. These tensions combined with gun ownership and the arrogant, aggressive, bully personality of Americans just make things worse. Moreover the USA although is the world superpower has an appalling education system. Universities are good but primary and secondary schools create people who can’t compete with graduates of other countries especially Asia. Also the USA is a universe on its own. Most people in the USA have no idea about foreign affairs, about what is going on in the world, these Americans can’t even find a continent on a map. The ignorance is truly appalling in the USA. Even young people in universities have no idea what’s happening in the outside world. I was in the USA and I am very happy I am out. I really don’t miss it at all.

    • @TheKrazyKoala
      @TheKrazyKoala  2 года назад +2

      exactly you are right!! i used to prefer US, now i prefer Singapore

    • @sleepy_dobe
      @sleepy_dobe 2 года назад

      Reminds me of the prevalent attitude in the US during WWII pre-Pearl Harbour, ie. that war is Europe's problem, let's not get involved. Until Pearl Harbour happened.

  • @gav6808
    @gav6808 2 года назад +1

    Some points raised are similar to Phillippines and the US.

  • @BA-oe7iv
    @BA-oe7iv 2 года назад +1

    What do you think of the recent smashed & grab robberies in the US ?

  • @InvestingEducation
    @InvestingEducation 2 года назад +1

    I love both

  • @aikhengkang844
    @aikhengkang844 2 года назад +1

    I think I saw you ard Bugis area, like Haji lane…you look slimmer. But you are beautiful and gorgeous!!!😊

    • @TheKrazyKoala
      @TheKrazyKoala  2 года назад +1

      awww thank you. which date did you see me? ya i was there twice last wk

    • @aikhengkang844
      @aikhengkang844 2 года назад +1

      @@TheKrazyKoala I think it’s last Wednesday..;)

    • @TheKrazyKoala
      @TheKrazyKoala  2 года назад

      @@aikhengkang844 oh then it was not me. i didn't go on Wed

    • @aikhengkang844
      @aikhengkang844 2 года назад

      @@TheKrazyKoalaopps!!!!😅

    • @TheKrazyKoala
      @TheKrazyKoala  2 года назад

      @@aikhengkang844 ya I was there Mon and Tue. Not Wed

  • @kelvinhor5119
    @kelvinhor5119 2 года назад +4

    Good morning

    • @TheKrazyKoala
      @TheKrazyKoala  2 года назад

      hi hi Kelvin so early

    • @kelvinhor5119
      @kelvinhor5119 2 года назад +1

      @@TheKrazyKoala that not early !! Any way .. my booster causing me to have broken zzz last night
      Sighed .. how yours ?

    • @TheKrazyKoala
      @TheKrazyKoala  2 года назад +1

      @@kelvinhor5119 I’ll make a video talk about mine

  • @Potomacstud
    @Potomacstud 2 года назад +1

    Superb

    • @TheKrazyKoala
      @TheKrazyKoala  2 года назад +1

      Good morning! glad that you enjoy this video!

  • @Rocky_Johnson
    @Rocky_Johnson 2 года назад +1

    Beatiful.

    • @TheKrazyKoala
      @TheKrazyKoala  2 года назад

      Good morning! glad that you enjoy this video!

  • @bobafett5757
    @bobafett5757 2 года назад +3

    *Great episode but still the entire Asia especially SG must always be grateful and acknowledge the significance of USA existence in this region cos it is the fact that USA liberated Asia during WW2 and its the Western that brought civilisation and unity and technology and legislation into the Eastern and evidently its USA that lifted Sg from a third world slum into becoming the first world and reputable country and let me be honest that no other country in this world can ever measure up to USA but Gun control issue in USA is extemely wrong and that will always make it a dangerous place to live in*

    • @TheKrazyKoala
      @TheKrazyKoala  2 года назад +1

      Hi Boba, are you Singaporean or American?

    • @bobafett5757
      @bobafett5757 2 года назад +2

      @@TheKrazyKoala You can say that I am Asian externally but deep inside I am very Western so I got the taste of both worlds and not to gloat when I say that I am so well rounded about Sg Asian culture so as the USA way of beings since I follow closely everything about USA political entertainment and every national issues since many decades ago and I know the ties that bind USA with Sg and also the entire Asia but ultimately I love both Sg and USA in many ways 💕

    • @Apple-ei1ms
      @Apple-ei1ms 2 года назад +2

      I would love to live in the US if not for the gun issues lol, since they have freedom to do anything they want and their average house size is much bigger. I don't exactly agree with the USA government but I still like USA overall
      .

    • @Jinkypigs
      @Jinkypigs 2 года назад

      Haha. Hardly. I will say we were saved incidentally because of japan's foolish decision to attack usa. But yeah we can give them that. But don't pretend they are doing it purely benevolently.
      And no usa did nothing to help Singapore. Lee kuan yew even famously has to warn them to hands off with their cia clandestine activities.
      This does not negate the harm usa gov have wrought worldwide with its incessant involvement with wars and invasion and bungling many of them, resulting in worst outcome for the people of those countries. Not to mention that despite the bungling but the associated usa company always comes out with huge profit.
      And you do know that with the unclassified documents, it is clear that usa cia and military experimented on their own people without consent. And the government( esp GOP in the last few decades) favours big budget for military but wants to dismantle safeguard for the other agencies that helps and protects the citizens, including public education, public utilities, parks, consumer protections etc.
      And you forgot the rampant corruption that exist because of their legal bribery channel via lobbyists.
      And their racism by a big segment of people, the poverty level for the truly poor, the proportion of poor, neglect of their public utilities and infrastructure, their poor medical care outcome ... the list goes on.
      No country can measure up to usa? Haha. Dude the usa ain't a patch on scadnivian countrues (despite what you may think of them, they are much better than usa) and top Asian countries. Not if you actually cares about quality of life of citizens

  • @pegasiataiwan8536
    @pegasiataiwan8536 2 года назад +1

    Interesting video ! (see ours in Taiwan)

  • @kelvgan
    @kelvgan 2 года назад +1

    Good morning pros n cons no right no wrong all good 👍 good one🙏

    • @TheKrazyKoala
      @TheKrazyKoala  2 года назад

      Good morning! glad that you enjoy this video!

  • @yethu6369
    @yethu6369 2 года назад +1

    myanmar is used dto be universal taxation under military regime... ha ha. not USA alone

  • @noorirwan686
    @noorirwan686 2 года назад +3

    There was once im curious n googled the most expensive city in the world n it says SG n NYC tops.. Just imagine the whole of USA living standard is like NYC... I think new yorkers should b able to feel hows life like living in SG.. Hell😹
    Btw just saw ur patreons thingy if 1k subscribed to just the $3 u would get 3k to help ur channel.. 😊

    • @TheKrazyKoala
      @TheKrazyKoala  2 года назад +1

      haha yes , right. 1k sub is powerful. but no. i only have 15 now

    • @noorirwan686
      @noorirwan686 2 года назад +1

      @@TheKrazyKoala u sounded tired. Take a week's break from everything

    • @noorirwan686
      @noorirwan686 2 года назад

      @@TheKrazyKoala ruclips.net/user/shortsJD7DiuHtl-I?feature=share

  • @rascalhusky8129
    @rascalhusky8129 2 года назад +4

    America in my eyes has gone down hill , Singapore has gone UP hill . Big difference.

  • @catherineherrmann3604
    @catherineherrmann3604 2 года назад +1

    I don’t know where or what milieu you lived in the in the US- but as an American I will say Many families help their children with college fees, if possible. There are saving accounts specifically for this for most middle class families. Also- there’s lots of socialising- going for coffee, getting together for dinners, going for lunch. Perhaps your own reticence was a factor in your perceptions.

    • @TheKrazyKoala
      @TheKrazyKoala  2 года назад

      Nothing is absolute. Just in comparison.

    • @Jinkypigs
      @Jinkypigs 2 года назад

      It is utterly sad that you have to set up a special account in order for going into a LOCAL university, it is as if your gov doesn't care about the education level of your people, not even as an workforce. It points to short sightedness or worse, utter negligence.
      In Singapore, we really need to save up for university only if we wants to go overseas for our further education, for our local unis are heavily subsidised, as it should be.
      I can't say much about socialising, but when I was there for holiday, I don't see much lunch crowd at all. Unlike here where you see hordes of office workers going for lunch in groups. That is what koala is talking about.

  • @hytan1814
    @hytan1814 2 года назад +1

    Singapore is dearer))

  • @James-el6lj
    @James-el6lj 2 года назад +1

    US has freedoms and civil rights. Singapore is like Saudi Arabia.

  • @stevenfriend5739
    @stevenfriend5739 2 года назад +2

    Bottom line is...no perfect place. But a significant percentage of Singaporeans want out for some of the reasons you cited. Rated most unhappy country in some surveys despite prosperity, not sure why. Basically many think it is restrictive like u said. Overall US considered one of the most desirable country to migrate to despite its many problems. Singapore scores high still too.

    • @TheKrazyKoala
      @TheKrazyKoala  2 года назад

      Great said 😬👍no one is perfect

  • @insooleedat1asiandude
    @insooleedat1asiandude 2 года назад +1

    how do you deal with the humidity in singapore?? -california boy lmao

  • @azlanzainalazam481
    @azlanzainalazam481 2 года назад +1

    Singapore or america, you still cuteeeee!

  • @billytan7871
    @billytan7871 2 года назад +2

    Hi koala,
    Now then I know even you are Singapore you still need to pay for taxes in the US, Very shocking to me.😨😨😨😨

    • @TheKrazyKoala
      @TheKrazyKoala  2 года назад +1

      did you watch this video? it's here very clearly ruclips.net/video/Ug2gaaYZsbc/видео.html

    • @cephasgoh1261
      @cephasgoh1261 2 года назад +3

      Uncle Sam need monies to support the military and of course now the trillions in upgrading their infrastructures neglected for years

  • @dailytravelclips612
    @dailytravelclips612 2 года назад +1

    koala i think you a wrong. until you are not pr in singapore nobody will take care of your pension or retirement plan. and thats my big problem. i have plans to move to singapore but i cannot because i need the contribution years in the german pension insurance. sg will not take care of me. and i dont want to be poor when i retire

  • @malita354
    @malita354 2 года назад +1

    Asians generally find authoritarianism something natural. Westerners grow up subscribed to Democracy.
    Very different. Slave Driving is effective in Asia but not so much the west. Asians say No Choice what. So they do not fight it. Westerners are vocal even if the problem is hard to solve.

    • @TheKrazyKoala
      @TheKrazyKoala  2 года назад

      great observation!

    • @malita354
      @malita354 2 года назад

      @@TheKrazyKoala great minds think alike 😄

    • @Jinkypigs
      @Jinkypigs 2 года назад

      Democracy? When 1/3 of the population don't even care enough to vote? Dude it is these usa people who thinks that it is useless to vote and has given up.
      On the other hand, we have strong and vocal opinions about our government and over 95% of our population turns out for the vote. The penalty for not voting here is just that you will be taken off the voterroll and will need to write in to be reinstated .. and it will always be approved.
      The difference is that our government actually is competent and think this through and makes it easy for people to vote by having many ballot boxes, by putting the voting day on weekends or it will be declared a public holiday, by issuing national id that is very easy to replace etc.
      And you see the government try to do something stupid and mismanaged their policies and you see us showing our displeasure like we did in 2011 and 2006 and that sent the gov in a panic.
      Gross generalisation never match the actual situation on the ground dude.

  • @angchyecheng3499
    @angchyecheng3499 2 года назад +1

    There is no Right or Wrong, is where you belong...

  • @redking-tj9rg
    @redking-tj9rg 2 года назад +1

    Because is singapore 🇸🇬

    • @TheKrazyKoala
      @TheKrazyKoala  2 года назад +1

      Good morning! glad that you enjoy this video!

    • @redking-tj9rg
      @redking-tj9rg 2 года назад

      @@TheKrazyKoala I enjoy this video

  • @kcleong4054
    @kcleong4054 2 года назад +1

    Some say a prosperous North Korea