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FOREWORD BY MINISTER FOR NATIONAL DEVELOPMENT, MR MAH BOW TAN In less than two generations, Singapore has transformed itself from an old, colonial port into a modern, efficient island-state. The Concept Plan has played an important role in this transformation since 1971 when the first plan was mooted. In this Concept Plan review, we aimed to ensure Singapore's continued competitiveness, meet the people's aspirations for the future, and build a distinctive home that we can identify with and be proud of. Striking a fine balance between the needs and ideals of every Singaporean and taking care of our limited resources is never an easy task. That is why we have spent many months seeking public feedback and consulting various groups and individuals before putting together the Concept Plan 2001. For the 21st century, we are looking beyond what we envisaged a decade ago. But more than that, in the new millennium, we aim to be a thriving world-class city. One that is dynamic for work and business, distinctive in heritage and identity and delightful, where we can build our homes. The Concept Plan 2001 is the map to help us realise our vision. It is just a starting point upon which planners will draw up more detailed plans. The collective ideas of Singaporeans that are captured in the Concept Plan 20s01 will continue to shape Singapore's landscape.
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