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Letters‘Boring’ Singapore is doing quite well for itself
- Readers discuss the stereotypical view of Singapore that persists in Hong Kong, and discrimination related to mainland travellers and organ donation
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It’s increasingly boring to read about Hongkongers’ stereotypes of Singapore. Last month, Ronnie Chan Chi-chung, chairman of Hang Lung Properties, spoke of how Hong Kong’s vibrant culture and “moneymaking genes” make it a more attractive city than charmless cities like Singapore.
Over a decade ago, the tycoon predicted that the island state’s venture into the casino business would fail as few high rollers would bother to gamble in a “family entertainment” (that is, boring) city.
Today, the Marina Bay Sands integrated resort is a resounding success, in the midst of a multibillion dollar expansion. It is already one of the world’s most profitable casinos, and a global architectural, lifestyle and tourism icon. Yet, this has not stopped the tycoon from doubling down on his hubris over exciting Hong Kong vis-à-vis dull Singapore.
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