Photographs and brief text introduce the land, history, government, economy, culture, and people of Malaysia and Singapore.

Singapore celebrated 25 years of independence from Malaysia in 1990. This tiny country, a giant in prosperity, now struggles toward its goal of becoming a regional center for the global economy.

"A compelling, illuminating and evocative history of Singapore--the world's most successful city-state...Lion City examines the different faces of Singaporean life -- from education and health to art, politics and demographic challenges -- and reveals how in just half a century, Lee forged a country with a buoyant economy and distinctive identity. It explores the darker side of how this was achieved too"--

"Provides comprehensive information on the geography, history, wildlife, governmental structure, economy, cultural diversity, peoples, religion, and culture of Singapore"--Provided by publisher.

Sovereign wealth funds are investment portfolios owned and managed by the government, generally in countries with commodity-oriented economies or large trade surpluses, such as Saudi Arabia and Singapore. Examine the history of these funds, how they operate, and their increasingly important role in the global economy today.

It took just 10 years after World War II for Japan's economy (along with that of Taiwan, Hong Kong, South Korea, and Singapore) to reemerge stronger than ever. Uncover the roots of this economic resurrection, including technology exchanges, expanded global trade, rising standards of living-and the humble transistor radio.

Set in Singapore during the 1997 Asian financial crisis, Ilo Ilo chronicles the day-to-day drama of the Lim family and their live-in maid Teresa, a Filipino immigrant. An outsider in both the family and Singapore itself, Teresa initially struggles to find her footing in her new community. Just as Teresa becomes an unspoken part of the family, unforeseen circumstances in an uncertain economy will challenge the new normal yet again. Winner - Camera d'Or - Cannes Film Festival. Official Selection - Toronto Int'l Film Festival.