The Look-To-Singapore Idea in Japan during Lee Kuan Yew Era

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The essay explores the influence of Japan on Singapore's industrialization, highlighting Lee Kuan Yew's belief in learning from Japan to enhance economic development. It emphasizes the importance of adopting Japanese skills and expertise in economy, science, and technology to stimulate growth in Singapore and the ASEAN region. The cultural similarities between Japan and ASEAN countries are noted as a beneficial aspect, illustrating how Japan's post-war recovery serves as a model for Singapore's own economic transformation into a respected industrial nation.