1 mission of Singapore in Papua New Guinea: Consulate General of Singapore in Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea. Addresses, phones and contacts.
Head of mission: Mr. Fabian Clement Kin Chung Chow, Honorary Consul-General (as listed in the diplomatic list of Singapore, 8 Dec 2024)
Singapore is a compelling destination for some of the 10 million people in Papua New Guinea, offering a unique mix of rich history and modern attractions. Although it receives a limited number of international visitors, it effectively capitalizes on its tourism resources, reflected in high tourist spending per visitor.
Singapore is considered one of the safest countries in the world, ranking 5th out of 160 countries on the Global Peace Index. In comparison, Papua New Guinea ranks 113th. According to the UN Office on Drugs and Crime, the murder rate in Singapore is extremely low at 0.1 per 100,000 people, while Papua New Guinea has a significantly higher rate of 9.8. The Global Organized Crime Index further highlights the safety of Singapore, with lower indices across various crime categories compared to Papua New Guinea. For instance, Singapore scores 1.5 for state crime and 2.0 for arms trafficking, while Papua New Guinea scores 8.0 and 5.5, respectively. Overall, tourists from Papua New Guinea can feel safe visiting Singapore, given its low crime rates and high safety rankings.