Transport and Communications

1. With improved communications and transport, any flaws in a single part of the system will result in the entire system being crippled without proper handling. Also, as information can now be spread very quickly, false information can be spread quickly to all parts of the world

2. It is crucial that Singapore is a T&C hub due to that fact that it is a very small country with no natural resources. By being a T&C hub, Singapore is increasing the demand for her goods and services. It will also attract foreign businesses to set up businesses there. At the same time, by being a T&C hub, opportunities to do business with overseas businesses. Business partners are able to easily communicate through the internet, also improving its relationships with other countries

3. Why is it important for countries like Singapore to become a T&C hub?

4. Impact of a T&C hub on a country

5. London, a T&C hub in Europe

6. Being a very rich and promising city, it has attracted many businesses, allowing it to grow even further. London serves as a leading global city with strengths in the arts, commerce, education, entertainment, fashion, finance, healthcare, media, professional services, research and development, tourism and transport all contributing to its prominence. Many people travel to London to study or for leisure, this means that the government has to ensure that they have well equipped facilities like airports to ensure that they can answer to the growing number of visitors but as the number of visitors grows, there is more need for better communications so that foreigners can contact their loved ones and also so that businesses can flourish.

7. In Singapore's example, it has a strategic location being in the middle of international transport routes. This means that it is easily accessible to most people, making it to be an attractive port of call. Furthermore Singapore has one of the heaviest human and cargo traffic coming off of Changi Airport and the port of Singapore. And not to mention, the government has to have enough resources to be able to sustain its population along with foreigners with daily essentials and to make sure that all its facilities are working well.

8. A central place for a variety of human activities, such as trading and travelling.

9. What is a T&C hub?

10. What determines if an area is considered a T&C hub?

11. Ney York, a T&C hub in Europe

12. New York City, with a Census-estimated population of over 8.4 million in 2013,[8] is the most populous city in the United States and a financial, cultural, and tourism center.[9][10][11] The city alone makes up over 40 percent of the population of New York State. New York City is also known for being the location of Ellis Island, the largest gateway for immigration in the history of the United States. Both the state and city were named for the 17th century Duke of York, future King James II of England.