You chose to come to Singapore, you chose to accept the Uni grants in exchange for a bond. The bond never promised you that getting a job here is 100% certain. Nobody forced you to accept the terms that if you fail to get a job to work here for some years, you have to pay the bond damages. You chose your current circumstances, enjoyed the benefits of a world class education for a cheap cost and thus have to face the consequences.
In almost every country, governments usually have a “locals first” policy. This is expected as the government’s duty is to their own citizens first. We are born here, we pay taxes here, promise to defend this country and most stay and live to the day we pass away. Will you do the same for Singapore? Perhaps you can apply for PR and join the SAFVC for a start.
You at least have the backup option to “pack my bags and return home” when things are bad, where do you think native Singaporeans can go? Do you think it’s easier for most native Singaporeans to pack our bags to go to your native country to find work? What will you think if companies in your native country say “Job should be given based on ability not nationality.” and thus you or your country people are denied jobs.
The world is almost 8 billion, SG is only 5.5 million. For every Singaporean, there is 1500 ppl out there. Thus there is always a better more qualified candidate in the world who can accept lower wages. If it was free for all, most Singaporeans will not be hired. Especially since we must ask for higher wages due to high cost of living and reservist obligations for men.
It’s not true that you did not get your foot in the door. MOE gave you that bond so can study here and find a job. That is your foot in the door. How many other governments do you think are as generous?