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What are the immediate impacts of Singapore's strict drug policies on its crime rate and public safety, supported by specific data?

Singapore's drug policies, while strict, aim to rehabilitate abusers, resulting in a more than halved recidivism rate between 1993 and 2022 (73% to 30.8%). The death penalty is applied in serious cases, reflecting the country's vulnerability to drug trafficking due to its geographical location and high connectivity. This approach, supported by 75% of residents in a 2023 survey, contributes to Singapore's low crime rate, ranking second in Gallup's 2024 Law and Order Index.