I Visited the Strictest Country in the World
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- Опубліковано 7 лют 2025
- This Country has some of the Strictest laws in the world, are they justified?
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The chewing gum ban was implemented to eradicate problems created by chewing-gum litter in public places like cinemas, parks and common areas of housing estates such as lifts, staircases and corridors, as well as the high costs involved to clean up the litter.
The straw that broke the camel back was when some fella think it's funny to stick it between MRT doors and caused a disruption
Just go Malaysia to eat chewing gum. That's what I always do when I have chewing gum craving.
@@cherielee2724 i go malaysia always bring chewing gum with me when going back to singapore
As a Singaporean, this is actually true.
yeah I agree
I would love to live in singapore, it's incredible the progres that they have made in less than 100 years, from getting kicked out of malasya to being a regional powerhouse. An example of great leadership. People behave, it's great
Lee Kuan Yew's implementation of the method "Carry a BIG stick but speak softly"
Singapore had never been part of Malaysia and became a self-ruling state in 1959. Singaporeans are not bitter at all for being told to become independent because it was Lee Kuan Yew's own personal ambition to merger with Malaysia in 1963. He gave the people 3 choices but all involved becoming part of Malaysia. Singapore was part of Malaysia for less than 3 years and after that Malaysia continued to provide Singapore with river water and all other produce and products. Malaysians and Singaporeans continue to interact like good neighbours and brothers. The Malaysian army still had its barracks in Singapore and the Malaysian Rail still went all the way through the island. It's like two brothers decide not to live in the same house but continue to become good neighbours. 900 000 Malaysians live, study, work and do business in Singapore and Malaysia is like Singapore's backyard for nice food, shopping, leisure, outdoor activities and short holidays. Singaporeans do not treat Malaysians as foreigners except some haters on both sides just want to create conflicts.
it's good to see you have common sense n understand n respect our common sense laws.
China made it in 30 years, a global powerhouse
not you wouldnt, the weather will cook you, literally
UK needs majority of these laws. The crimes are horrendous and the uncleanliness is vile
Not everyone wants to live in a “Nanny state” like Singapore
@@zamm1twell it’s safe
@@zamm1t doesnt matter, look at the behaviour of some people in the UK, some ppl need treating like they are babies
@@zamm1t if you would like to define ‘nanny state’ as political and economic stability, sure 😂
The pissing in the underground parking is horrendous odor
In my opinion laws like that should be made if you want a beautiful and sustainable country with a lot of tourists. Most of the laws are reasonable.
Instead of calling Singapore the strictest country in the world, it's more appropriate to say that it has the most common sense laws, which foster a considerate and respectful society.
@@flyer320neo indeed can't argue with that
I’m a singaporean and I actually think Singapore’s a rlly decent country, If you follow the law and all it’s actually rlly nice to live here 😌
I’m also Singaporean
Yash
Me too
Same
It's no so strict
Hey! Singaporean here! Even though they are laws, they are not really enforced! But thanks for sharing and great video!
They are enforced, just don't get caught. Big difference
@@connormcchicken5915 They are loosely enforced and which laws they choose to strictly enforce is seasonal i must say. If u get caught, give a good excuse and u will be let off.
What about the drinking water in public transportation?
@@TrendWaveShorts. drinking water is fine
@@TrendWaveShorts.u can drink as long as u clean up after urself if u spill
I miss SG. Been multiple times. Looking forward to my next visit. I remember my first time in the country and the smell of the durian fruit in some shopping centres was over powering. Tastes even better than it smells
London could use the rule of no eating on public transport
or no talking on your phone
And No Stabbing People too! 😂😂😂
Crazy to think that in the 1960s, Singapore actually looked up to Sri Lanka as an example for their development.. They were pretty similar back then, but things went in totally different directions.
Singapore focused hard on foreign investment, tech, and anti-corruption, while Sri Lanka had to deal with political struggles and a long civil conflict.
Fast forward to today, Singapore's a wealthy global hub, and Sri Lanka’s been facing some tough economic challenges.
Just goes to show how big of a difference leadership and strategy can make.. 😥
I promise you people who rather these strict rules over rampant crime. London should learn
Honestly, as a Singaporean I don’t really feel my self getting affected about the laws tbh
Btw everyone can drink water on MRT it’s not really frowned upon
Some rules like no football are also ignored in some cases and I didn’t even know like a 1/4 of these laws existed
Same LOL sinkie here
@ENJOYMUSICANDCHILL 👍
pls dont break the laws. be considerate.
@@flyer320neo most of the rules aren't really known
@@flyer320neo not saying breaking them is good ofc
Ben Morris is the only channel when everything is dropped for 30 mins.
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Its a 14 minute video, what did ya do watch it twice lol
@@Cf-82 yes it’s so good.
@@seanjamescameron yeah he does good videos, I like watching them
@@Cf-82It’s*
To be honest, I’ve been there this summer and it has not been THAT strict. I mean it is strict but probably not as strict as anyone would assume from this video and other rumours.
Still very different to other countries I’ve been so far.
People in the west will never appreciate why such rules are in place. This island has all sorts of nationalities/people from all over the world, it needs rules to ensure all behaviours are consistently correct and ensures racial harmony. Just look at no further than US, there are many rules too, but nobody complies and the whole country is deteriorating, eg, streets of San Francisco...etc.
Yet, it is the West where many Singaporeans choose to live, visit, and send their children for a quality education. What is your measure and definition of 'racial harmony'? Many Indian Singaporeans would likely disagree with your statement. Your definition of a nation's 'deterioration' seems overly reductionist, as it considers only the look of a street, rather than the broader context required to assess true deterioration.
@@Tomf-tz4pd well the fact is that the US empire is on the decline, drugs violence and shootings have been on the rise and infrastructure is deterioating because imperialist powers keep wanting to wage war abroad
This is authoritarian, we prefer freedom.
I lived in Singapore for 4 years, moved out in 2014. Haven't been there in long but from my past experiences I'd have to disagree with racial harmony lol
In the United States, there are certain places where minor thefts below a specific amount might not be prosecuted as strictly, which some argue contributes to a sense of lawlessness in those areas. In contrast, Singapore maintains strict laws and enforcement to ensure order and discourage inconsiderate behavior, prioritizing community well-being over individual freedoms that might lead to disruption.
I would hardly call Singapore the strictest country in the world. Try North Korea or China.
Yeah Singapore doesn’t hold a candle to North Korea, literally everything you do there is monitored
China is not even close to North Korea. Turkmenistan would be a better comparison.
He should get in touch with Simon Wilson. He managed to get into North Korea.
China is nowhere near as strict as you think
China isn’t that strict.
The woman who threw her durian off the bus should get fined for littering 😂
Also a more pertinent law for our visitors would be clearing your own trays and dishes at food centres. It's relatively recent and could incur a fine.
Haha either way she kena fined😂
Singapore is cleanest country because of these laws
As a singaporean citizen for over 5 years, many of these smaller fines like not flushing the toilet were ones that I had never heard of, and aren’t really enforced.
Dont forget to place your food tray & used plates/ utensils back onto collection shelves if you eat in food court or hawkers centres. Or you'll be fined. Out of habit, did that when I visited relatives in Msia and my cousins laughed at us ... 😊
singapore has always been one of my favourite places in the world it's so clean and peaceful and safe I'd definitely love to go there one day
thank you for supporting common sense.
I learnt from this video that Singapore might just be the best place to live
I learned that it sucks 🤣
@@bartowskiofficialit really doesn’t
@@ictoan Depends on your point of view, I guess.
@@bartowskiofficial most of the laws are not that strictly enforced
Yes, Singapore is considered one of the best places to live in the world. However, only those who meet the high standards are accepted to settle there, while others who don't meet these criteria often choose to go to Hong Kong.
I have no issue with an of those laws. If we had those in the UK then it would much better society here.
It's interesting to see how different countries approach law and order based on their unique priorities and cultural values. Singapore's emphasis on common sense laws reflects its commitment to maintaining a harmonious and orderly society. If you have any more questions or need further discussion, feel free to ask!
What is difficult is the enforcements. Some of these rules implemented are actually to change some anti social behaviors together with large fines to make you think twice.
@ I feel that these laws would be difficult to implement and enforce in the Western countries which valued their freedom in doing whatever they wanted. They would think that these laws were used to control them and not considering it in a broader sense like for the general goodness of the society/community.
@@emilyl1094 yeah they definitely would go into a protest..
As a fellow Singaporean, Singapore in my opinion is one of the greatest country in the world, even if the laws are strict
The gum law kinda makes sense cus in the past, people sticked gum onto the trains doors, making them doors stuck/spoiled
I hope whoever visits Singapore would have a great stay!😀
Banning food and drink on public transport is a great rule
But water is weird
@@elpaulo7314 fr
@@elpaulo7314 water is actually fine most of the time. if you need a sip of water while on a bus or MRT no one will bother you.
@@alex._.1501 yeah i hope so
Bro, i drank water in front of the SMRT staff in the train and she didnt say anything ahhaha @elpaulo7314
I rmb the ban of chewing gum due to the fact the past people stick gums into chairs and walls, which some of the passerby got "stuck". thats where government steps in and banned. and one fun fact why no alcohol after 10.30pm due to the fact in 2013, there was an accident in little india that slowly caused a huge riot, mainly due to many people are "drunk" and cause a stir, burning police car and stuff, thats where 10.30pm no alcohol comes in.
Singapore is a place of contradictions, but it has always felt like one of the safest and cleanest places I have ever visited.
I don't know if I would live there myself but I definitely agree, it's extremely clean and safe!!
Clean? Go to little India Singapore and tell me how clean it is! And it’s not strict, I’ve smoked in the streets and jaywalked plenty of times because everyone else does the same.
@@GoatlyManas long as you don’t cause a public nuisance you’re fine
'I will show you all the laws without breaking any' - 1 min in he's breaking one by running across the road lol
Plain Water in public transport is generally allowed (either if you are sick and need to take medication or just thirsty), as long as you have some good reason if you are caught you should be fine. (Most people wont even bat an eye if u do it discretely). But yes other drinks and food are a nono
We need some of these laws in the UK
Yep
5:40 the man behind you was thinking.. "did he fart?"😂
Welcome to Singapore! Hope you enjoy your time here!
When I saw the bubblegum in the thumbnail and title I immediately knew it was my country 😭
United States should have these laws 💀
Many of these unknown/weird laws are in place so that people do not have an excuse to say that there’s no law that can charge them for it.
As for the strict laws, they are there as a deterrence factor to maintain order and safety in our society.
Should any individual think they are above the laws then these laws that are in place will be enforced.
Most of us are conditioned to behave in an orderly manner wherever we are, but neither do we feel that there’s any suppression or lack of freedom from the laws in place as we’ve come to enjoy the benefits of it unknowingly.
It's because of all these strict rules, you don't see people like - Logan Paul or Johnny Somali in Singapore.
As a singaporean,I’m always used to this strict country. Thank you for visiting my country
Well most of these laws only matter if you cause problems for other people. If no one reports you singing vulgarities while naked at home, it's fine XD
The reason why gum is banned in Singapore was before gum was banned, the train station doors were jammed due to people pasting gum everywhere.
Pda is frowned upon in most countries in the world btw.
Pda?
@@WitherWinter watch the video
@@ForLegalReasonsThisIsAJoke1 nah, I’m kind of busy. Remind me later.
@@WitherWinter nah u gae
@@WitherWinter Public Display of Affection (PDA)
I enjoyed my chance to travel back in 2021 when airfares and accommodations were cheaper due to the pandemic. I miss that. I am hoping someday soon to be able to travel more. So many wonderful exciting places in this world
I guess most countries need these rules
Here are some rough thoughts from a Singaporean for anyone planning to go to Singapore any time soon. Yes, these laws are in place, but they aren't enforced THAT heavily, especially for the smaller and less severe ones(eg durians on bus, drinking on trains). You technically can also bring in chewing gum, as long as you just bring a small amount that can be justified for self-consumption. Vapes and drugs are the real nono's. If you get caught with them (which you most likely will), it's gonna be a really rough penalty. So don't even try. Otherwise, Singapore should be just like most other cities, of course with the added advantage of being a lot more safe.
Singapore is clean, efficient, safe and beautiful. Their "strict" rules enable all of that. That's why Singapore is stable, disciplined and successful. Meanwhile, the West is just crumbling... 🤣
shush you passport bro
United States is the greatest country in the world and we also have the most freedom.
@@Julia3455-r5lyeah, the freedom to get shot and robbed.
@@Julia3455-r5l Freedom is not that important
@@Julia3455-r5lIt was.
I thought for a second that the olive oil was a paid actor to illustrate his point about public urinating😂😂
Welcome to our beautiful country Ben!
You can drink water. Eating and drinking isn’t well enforced unless you spill it. People play instruments in public but if they aren’t being insanely annoying they won’t get reported or anything. Durian is packaged so that it doesn’t smell. I have seen men running shirtless at tracks
As a Singaporean, my country isn’t that strict
Omg me to I’m a Singaporean 😂😂😂😂
It isn't that script it just want to make all citizens behave
Same I'm a Singaporean also
Love this video great info before my travels in December thank you
It isn’t very accurate though.
Singapore is an amazing place, I love it! I never once felt unsafe when I visited.
Try geylang
I don't know if I would want to live there, but I love visiting Singapore. It feels so safe and clean and organised
I agree
no junkies vaping dude I already love Singapore
5:40 Dude looking at the camera is so funny xD
Playing musical instruments in public is not an offence actually. Even if a cop walks by they’ll just ignore you unless a karen complains.
I was in Singapore Airport October 18 2024 but went on a couple of trips in the past, great place to visit.
0:14 KNEW it was singapore, lol.
as a singaporean, im offended
There’s a fair few similar laws in the UK too. Environmental laws, Public Order Act, common law etc
❤ your videos! I been patiently waiting. Thank you
hope you enjoy!!
I live in Singapore and basically all the places you have went to, I know and I went before
I thought Singapore was a cool country; def enjoyed my time there. I went in 2019 and stayed at the Marina Bay Sands Hotel for $230/night. What a great deal it was!
Bruh, you could technically get cheaper rates than that.... if you had chosen a hotel with cheaper rates...
@@Tailsorange obviously…… people like you always have something negative to say smh
@@FlyWithVeiga it's not negative - though...
@@Tailsorange whatever gets your dick hard…. Smart ass
@@FlyWithVeiga I cant understand to see how that was negative
Great video, been waiting for one from you here in Singapore!
Many countries far stricter than Singapore
If anyone is interested in visiting little india in Singapore I suggest you visit on week days as it is very crowded on weekends
I feel like Singapore would have the friendliest inmates lol
love your content it’s so interesting and inspiring to travel more!
Europe need these laws
Bro I love you! Thanks for coming back with more regular videos🎉
If you want to go to the strictest country, try north korea
As a Singaporean, I gotta say he's exaggerating as drinking on public transport is not really considered a law, just a good thing to do
People urinating in the UK is Outrageous 😐
I’m a singaporean and it’s really easy to follow these rules tbh
Durian is a very expensive fruit in Asian countries! there are just 2 types of people when it comes to durian: those who absolutely hate the smell and the taste, and those who are obsessed with it 😂 I love it though, it's indeed smelly but so yummy ❤
NAHH I COULD NEVER COME TO LOVE IT (just stating my personal opinion, no offense in any way :) )
I AM A SINGAPOREAN AND WATER IS ‘NOT’ BANNED IN MRT
To be fair, I always thought that North Korea was the strictest country in the world
It is.
Yeah it is
It is going to be exactly five years this November since I hightailed it to China (layover), Malaysia, Singapore and Indonesia.
'The Death To Drug Traffickers' card they gave me in customs made me realise that the Singaporeans don't mess around. I thoroughly enjoyed my one-night-stand in Sensational Singapore.
Have fun, be safe and keep on keepin on, homeboy!
Yep, we don't mess around.
Strictest ?.. Dude you haven been to that yet.. ** North Korean
I am also born and grew up in Singapore until now 🇸🇬🇸🇬🇸🇬🇸🇬
I'm favoured only God knows how much I praise Him, $230k every 4weeks! I now have a big mansion and can now afford anything and also support God’s work and the church.
Wow that's huge, how do you make that much monthly?
Only God knows how much grateful i am. After so much struggles I now own a new house and my family is happy once again everything is finally falling into place!!
I'm 37 and have been looking for ways to be successful, please how??
I remember giving her my first saved up $20000 and she opened a brokerage account with it for me, it turned out to be the best thing that ever happened to me.
"Singapore is the most strict contury ever"
*North Korea has joined the chat*
How are you not sweaty when walking around in Singapore?!
It wasn't as hot as it usually is hahaha
Another good watch on this issue is Larry Chen’s visit to singapore in the hagerty channel. Apparently they don’t want you to own cars in singapore so the taxes end up costing more than the purchase price of the car over time.
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Are the people:Phew I live in USA 😅
Me:I live in Singapore?
😮
I don't think the laws are too outrages. The only one I prob don't agree with is naked in your own home. Obviously if you got your windows open and delibartly flashing your bits at people that's fair enough. Thats a weird one. What if you want to shower or sleep naked? Also Ben you broke a few of the country laws and had video evidence. See you in 3 years. 🤭
thats precisely the reson for this rule, obviously it only applies if you flash your neighbours
Hahahahaha. I'm sure you can. Do you really think the government employs people to spy on you or be peeping tom to wait till you're naked and catch you ? Unlessyou have a snitch of a neighbour 😂😂 i cannot
just close your curtains, okay?
outrageous*
Just a reminder... Singapore is the 2nd or 3rd most densely populated country in the World... Most of us live in public housing that is built close to each other... So yeah, just close your curtains...
Sg is amazing as long as u stay heh, Btw durian is amazing, love the taste
-from sg ❤
chewing gum aint banned blud
As a singaporean animator, i got used to all these laws. Singapore banned gum and littering because it is one of the cleanest countries.
I am a singaporean. It is awesome living here. The laws are to care about the residents.
I would say North Korea, is probably stricter than Singapore. Ya know, hard prison time for you and you family for watching South Korean movies.
Probably?
Also the train u took was the SBS Alstom C751C NEL (I’m Singaporean)
Chewing gum isn't "completely banned" you can get it in pharmacies
Really, why do they sell it in pharmacies??
and dentists as well
@@Simone-i8hnicotine gum
@@Simone-i8h the thing is that rule is misunderstood as bubble gum is banned but in reality, it is allowed so long you don't sell it but even then only with medical reasons, you can sell it
"What are you in for?" "Attempted Murder, you?" "I flew my kite to high"
0:40 my question is why do u have a vape🦤😭🙏
Fr.
Vapes are technically banned in Singapore - It's like Chewing gum; You would get a hefty fine for it
OKAY THE BUBBLEGUM IS FOR CLEANINESS I LIVE THERE
Singapore stricter than North Korea comfirmed haha
No no NO!
Oh hey Jorden
Actually gum is allowed in singapore u just cant sell it in Singapore so u can go malaysia to buy or other countries
I hate PDA so I need to move there lol
Pda?
@@WitherWinter public displays of affection, e.g., hugging, kissing, holding hands etc, including with your spouse.
@@BomberFletch31 oh ok, thanks.
Bro went to the fanciest place to eat durian 😂
Ban on chewing gum is a great idea. Our local council recently employed a team to rid gum by heat and pressure, throughout the pedestrianised area. Looked much better afterwards: let's hope it continues.
Chewing it isn’t really banned, it’s just that the sale is prohibited.
Many people remembered having chewing gum stuck on the trousers or skirts in the cinema and they had to throw their trousers or skirts away because it could not be removed. Sometimes, naughty kids stuck chewing gum on another person's hair and the victim had to cut those strands of hair. Also, we saw black spots everywhere and the poor cleaners had to squat to use a scraper to remove them. The government decided to ban chewing gum because anti-social vandals used it to stick on the MRT doors and caused disruptions.
You know how cleanliness can do to a society’s behavior?
The reason why SG remains a country I visit: The strict discipline really is for everyone's good.