Ex-American about his 32 years in Singapore

Meet Ron Kaufman, an NYT Bestselling Author and an ex-American who is now a Singaporean citizen. Invited by the Singapore government in 1990, Ron has since significantly improved service levels at numerous companies like Singapore Airlines, Changi Airport, and Marina Bay Sands. In our talk, we explored Ron’s experience of renouncing American citizenship, the differences between American and Singaporean dreams, and his personal encounter with Lee Kuan Yew. Enjoy! Ron Kaufman: ► ► TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 INTRO 00:33 Meeting with Lee Kuan Yew 02:47 First Impressions of Singapore 32 years ago 03:51 What did Lee Kuan Yew do 06:36 New citizenship 08:51 Is it difficult to renounce citizenship 09:52 Asians and westerners 10:58 What can America learn from Singapore 10:56 “Singaporean“ dream 13:37 How can locals and foreigners get closer 14:34 Efficient singlish 16:13 How can the police be improved 17:22 How did Singapore change Ron WATCH NEXT: ► What is it like to live in Singapore since 1989: ► Why this American chose to spend his entire life in Singapore: ► Pros & Cons of Living in Singapore as a Foreigner: LET’S BE FRIENDS: ► My Instagram (use the translate button to read the posts 😇): ► Sponsorship-related requests: @ Hey! This channel bridges the gap between locals and foreigners in Singapore. Join Max as he interviews expats, unraveling their unique stories and providing valuable insights into their lives in this vibrant city-state. Through engaging conversations, Max fosters understanding and appreciation between Singaporeans and the global community with a focus on cultural exchange. If you’re a company seeking sponsorship opportunities to engage our upscale audience, contact us at @. With over 50% Singaporean viewers and a substantial number of foreign professionals (US, EU, Australia), our mature audience (35-54 years) boasts strong purchasing power and interests in an above-average lifestyle, travel, investment, and personal finance. If you have a guest suggestion for an interview, please reach out to us at @. #ExpatLife #MaxChernov #Singapore
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