As a result , the country rose from one of the most impoverished Asian countries to one with the strongest economies and highest standards of living .
To boost its economic standing , the Government of Singapore created a mandate that most Singaporeans learn English .
The country rose from one of the most impoverished Asian countries to one with the strongest economies and highest standards of living .
To boost its economic standing , the Government of Singapore created a mandate that most Singaporeans learn English .