The political economy of crime in Singapore governs Geylang through images, discourses, and zero-tolerance policing, but many illegal activities remain visible. Despite the authorities’ efforts to contain crime, many of these illicit activities continue in the neighborhood. The social impact of zero-tolerance policing is seen in the city’s police raids and media coverage. Here are some observations that highlight the significance of criminality in Geylang. More information here.
Historically, sex workers and migrant workers have impacted the local economy in Geylang. In recent years, crime rates in the area have risen by more than 20 percent. While sex industry-related crimes are often linked to a particular location, the policing strategy in Geylang has a different focus. Since the neighbourhood is associated with sex workers and migrant labourers, the focus on eradicating criminal activity is less about preventing gang-related violence than it is about containing the criminal activity that leads to criminality.
After the war, the heart of the city centre grew rapidly, and many brothels and cheap hotels opened up. Now, this neighborhood is home to an amusement park and residential shophouses. Some locations have women soliciting sex on the streets, and local hotels offer hourly room rates. These sex workers come from China, Vietnam, and Thailand, and their customers are Singaporeans, migrant workers, and tourists looking for a fun night out. Browse the next article.
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