People: What makes Singapore such a special destination is the multi-cultural mix of people. The population is just over 4 million, and around 77.2% are Chinese, 14.1% Malay and 7.4% Indian. The remaining 1.3% comprises people from all over the world who have chosen to make Singapore their home. Singapore's many races live together in harmony, united by the motto, Many races, one Singapore, and it is this ethnic diversity that is one of Singapore's strengths.