The Singapore National Library: Exchange and Cooperation at National and International Levels
The Singapore National Library: Exchange and Cooperation at National and International Levels Table of Contents Introduction Singapore Integrated Library Automation Service (SILAS) International Serials Data System (ISDS) ASEAN Libraries Network Cooperative Cataloguing of Southeast Asian Materials Cooperation in Collection Development National Indexing System Computerisation of Chinese Bibliographic Records Interlibrary Loans and Exchange Programs Staff Training and Professional Exchange Future Expansion of Library Cooperation Conclusion 1. Introduction The National Library of Singapore plays a vital role in strengthening national and international library cooperation . In line with the National Library Act (Cap. 197, 1988), the library actively participates in exchange programmes, shared cataloguing systems, and global information networks. These initiatives aim to improve access to knowledge, enhance resource sharing, and support the development of a strong library ecosystem in Singa...