Singapore’s Balancing Act - Episode 2 Trade-offs of a Global City-state

In this episode, Kelly Latimer travels across several city-states to explore Singapore’s unique challenges as a global city-state. By comparing its model with those of Venice, Monaco, and the Vatican, the documentary highlights the trade-offs between economic openness, international attractiveness, and the need to preserve social cohesion, identity, and quality of life. Through examples of urban planning, economic development, and governance, experts and insiders examine how these small states adapt to the pressures of globalisation while ensuring their long-term resilience and success.