Singapore to implement English test for citizenship and PR applicants

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The Singaporean government has revealed intentions to require new citizens and permanent residents (PR) to pass an English language test as part of their application process. The move is part of the government’s efforts to enhance social cohesion and communication among the country’s diverse population.

In addition to administering a language test, the government will conduct a poll of candidates to better understand their perspectives on Singapore’s social norms and values. The survey will include questions regarding race relations, religious harmony, and gender equality.

According to the Ministry of Home Affairs, the new procedures are intended to guarantee that new citizens and PRs understand Singapore’s social norms and can successfully assimilate into the country’s culture. The government feels that English proficiency is necessary for effective communication and social inclusion.

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The language test will be performed as part of the application procedure for citizenship and PR and will evaluate applicants’ reading, writing, and speaking abilities in English. Individuals who fail the examination will be asked to enroll in language sessions to enhance their proficiency.

The unveiling of the new measures has elicited a range of responses from the general public. Some have voiced worry that the language exam could be discriminatory and disfavor particular groups, while some have welcomed the government’s attempts to promote social cohesion.

The Ministry of Home Affairs has informed the public that the language test would be fair and objective, and that applicants with exceptional needs or situations will be accommodated. Applicants’ privacy and confidentiality will likewise be protected during the survey’s administration.

The government has asked applicants to begin preparing for the language exam in early, since the new regulations are scheduled to be implemented later this year. The move is part of a larger effort by the Singaporean government to foster social cohesion and ensure that all people may fully participate in the economic and social life of the country.

Burapha

Sawadee-khrup. I am a multicultural Thai newswriter that is always on the lookout for daily news that are intriguing and unique in my native country Thailand.

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