For more than 20 years, the tourism policy and planning approaches of Singapore have resulted in the success of the
destination for holiday makers, those attending conferences and other business meetings, internationally competitive
airlines, airport infrastructure, convention and sea port facilities and activities and attractions such as major events,
casinos and museums. The national policy and planning for tourism within Singapore falls within the Ministry of Trade and
Industry(MTI). www.mti.gov.sg
The MTI Industry Group formulates economic policies for Singapore to promote sustainable and inclusive growth – including
tourism.
Your task:
1. Describe how the MTI formulates economic policies for Singapore
2. Outline the current economic management philosophy of Singapore.
3. Describe what tourism policy instruments have been applied in Singapore to contribute to achieving the Economic Vision
that MTI has for Singapore: “High-Skilled People, Innovative Economy, Distinctive Global City”.