Singapore Secures Fourth Spot in Asia’s Manufacturing Index

Singapore ranks fourth in Asia Manufacturing Index, excelling in institutional stability, business environment, and innovation, despite lower scores in economic scale, labor cost, and domestic manufacturing depth.

Singapore’s Manufacturing Index Position

Singapore ranks fourth in the Asia Manufacturing Index, owing to its robust performance in institutional quality, infrastructure, international trade, tax policies, and innovation. These strengths effectively compensate for lower scores in economic scale, labor costs, and the depth of domestic manufacturing industries, positioning Singapore as a competitive manufacturing hub in the region.

Political Stability and Governance

The nation leads globally in institutional stability and perceptions of corruption, with high marks in peace and governance indicators. These factors significantly enhance its overall ranking, demonstrating strong political resilience and regulatory confidence. Consistency across political and regulatory frameworks reinforces Singapore’s reputation as a reliable environment for business and foreign investment.

Business Environment and Innovation

Singapore is top-ranked for its business environment, excelling in setup efficiency, intellectual property protection, and capital accessibility. Its workforce performs well in education, productivity, and language skills, although it lags in labor force size and cost competitiveness. Notably, Singapore dominates the innovation pillar, driven by high R&D investment, advanced higher education, and prolific innovation output, underpinning its advanced manufacturing capabilities.