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What are the characteristics of a thriving city, and how do we get there?,…

- - - - Perspective: Culture enthusiast -->presence of museums
  - - - How can the mineral deposits of a place can impact the GDP of the country?
- - - - Sights to see:
        
        Sentosa Islanda
        
        Gardens by the Bay
      - Statistics
        
        The first official census taken in January 1824 showed that the resident population of Singapore had grown to 10,683: 4,580 Malays, 3,317 Chinese, 1,925 Bugis, 756 natives of India, 74 Europeans, 16 Armenians, and 15 Arabs.
        
        https://eresources.nlb.gov.sg/newspapers/digitised/article/straitstimes18841115-1.2.11
        
        "According to the 2022 Mercer Cost of Living Survey, Singapore is the 8th most expensive place to live in the world"
        
        https://www.moneycorp.com/en-gb/news-hub/cost-of-living-in-singapore/#:~:text=According%20to%20the%202022%20Mercer,Panjang%2C%20Woodlands%2C%20and%20Katong.
  - - - Housing: 6/10 - While the wealthy had access to lavish homes, much of the population lived in overcrowded and unsanitary slums.
      - Income: 7/10 - There was strong economic growth and a growing middle class, but also extreme poverty and inequality.
      - Jobs: 7/10 - Employment was high, but working conditions were often poor, especially for the working class.
      - Community: 5/10 - Segregation and social stratification were common, with limited interaction between classes.
      - Education: 7/10 - Education was expanding, but access was limited, especially for the lower classes.
      - Environment: 3/10 - The rapid industrialization led to severe pollution and public health issues.
      - Civic Engagement: 5/10 - Political participation and representation was uneven across social classes.
      - Health: 4/10 - Life expectancy was low, and disease was rampant, especially in poorer areas.
      - Life Satisfaction: 6/10 - The period saw both cultural flourishing and deep social problems.
    - - Strengths
        
        Economic prosperity driven by trade and agriculture.
        
        Advanced urban planning with paved streets, canals, and bridges.
        
        Cultural and artistic achievements, including poetry, painting, and tea
        
        Strategic location on the Grand Canal and proximity to West Lake.
      - Weakness
        
        Vulnerability to floods due to its low-lying geography.
        
        Overcrowding and poverty in certain areas, despite overall wealth.
        
        Dependence on the Grand Canal for trade, which could be disrupted.
        
        Civic freedom: Men trying to get away from army responsibilities
        
        economic disparity: Poorer sections of the community cannot afford and pay tax to the government
      - Golden Star
        
        West Lake: a symbol of natural beauty and cultural significance. It inspired countless poets, painters, and scholars, and its serene landscapes provided a retreat for residents and visitors alike. The lake’s integration into the city’s daily life and its role in festivals and leisure activities made it the heart of Hangzhou.
- - - - Hong Kong: economic diversification and stability in critical services. These factors allow it to recover rapidly from sudden disruptions.
    - - New York: focus on physical infrastructure, energy resilience, and public health investments.
- - - - Happy to deal with uncertainty with the business and risks
      - Government investments/ initiatives
        
        Creates an investment friendly environment
        
        Ease of doing business index