The symbol was designed by Alec Fraser-Brunner, for the logo of the Singapore Tourism Board (STB). It has been in use from 26 March 1964 to 1997 and has been its trademarked symbol since 20 July 1966. Although the STB changed their logo in 1997, the STB Act continues to protect the Merlion symbol.
Learning Outcome 5 : Take pride in our national identity, have a sense of belonging to Singapore and be committed to nation-building