Yeah, I share the same thought. Too bad for me because I love chewing gum. I considered it as a brain jumper since it helps me to think and also a way to exercise my mouth. Tourism is a vital part of Singapore's economy. For that, it have to execute measures that will make Singapore as one of an interesting place to be visited. So, cleanliness of the country has been taken seriously by the authority. You can be fined up to $50 if you litter on the street and chewing gum can get you into trouble.
This chewing gum ban arises when Singapore executed their Mass Rapid Transit (MRT) project which is worth of $5 billion. Then, it was reported that the vandals have been sticking the chewing gum on the door sensors of MRT trains, that causes a disruption to the train services. Later on, it has been decided that, chewing gum is banned in Singapore. Click this link to read more on this.
Despite of that, Wrigley managed to squeeze their way in but they are only allowed to sell medicinal chewing gum and the buyer's name will be taken. So, if you want to visit Singapore next time, I suggests you to leave your chewing gum back at home.
p/s: This thing is dangerous in Singapore
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