Well as most of you would know there has been an earthquake in Haiti, destroying homes and families, real tragic. However this particular image taken from the Straits time made me really curious. It shows the contributions made by multiple countries. So lets take a look:
So from this we can see that most major nations are being your friendly neighbourhood helper. As we go down the list, the figures are pretty big, impressive. Then at the bottom of the list. We see US---- THE SINGAPOREANS ( well our government ). Fifty thousand for the relief efforts. Compared to other countries, isn't that figure real pathetic? I mean, even a single private company raised more funds than that, surely the government can do better?Lets look at the possible reasons for this pathetic donation:
1. Singapore is in bad financial times?
Answer: I wouldn't think so, with all the celebrations going on about the recession being over and everyone is happy. Besides, worst come to worst, there is always the reliable national reserve isnt there? ^^
2. An important ratio procedure to follow?
Answer: Quite possible. But i do not think it would be so strict till we can only donate a five-digit figure. Since when was Singapore such a poor country? NEVER.
3.Worries of misuse of funds?
Answer: Well we cannot really blame them for worrying that way. However, it that is the case, why not send medical help and people to help out? So i do not think this is a valid excuse.
In the end i can only presume that singapore government just did not want to donate that much.
Anyone disagree?
You gotta think of it like this.
ReplyDeleteIf gah-men donate too much, then people say government waste resources.
If gah-men donate too little, then people say they cheapskate.
So gah-men also in a dilema lah, cannot blame them. xD
But you see, people complaining gah-men too much money liao, take erp etc etc from them, so what is the problem? People say gah-men too much money,gah-men give away to good cause, people will be happy?
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