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2022 roundup: S’poreans collectively cheered when outdoor mask-wearing finally became optional

To round off 2022, Petir.sg is looking back at moments where our Party decisively took action this year. No masks outdoors. Meeting in groups of up to ten people. We might take these (and international travel) for granted now as the year

21 December 2022

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2022 roundup: Sanctions & condemnations for Russia’s war on Ukraine

In this year-end roundup series, Petir.sg looks back at key moments of 2022. “We cannot accept one country attacking another without justification,” Minister for Foreign Affairs Vivian Balakrishnan stated clearly on Feb 28 in Parliament. “Such a rati ...

20 December 2022

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2022 roundup: A Budget for a new way forward, with a larger Assurance Package

In this year-end roundup series, Petir.sg looks back at key moments of 2022. How do we find our way forward? An important question for any nation’s leaders at any time. And an answer needed more acutely for this uncertain era. “Sir, this

19 December 2022

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4 ingredients that will make S’pore a trusted food & nutrition leader

Singapore’s food industry is about to get more flavourful. The Industry Transformation Map (ITM) and Jobs Transformation Map for the Food Manufacturing sector were launched yesterday by Manpower Minister Tan See Leng yesterday (Dec 14). “ ...

15 December 2022

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For food security, we literally don’t put all our eggs in one basket

Here’s some eggs-citing news. On Monday (Dec 13), Minister for Sustainability and the Environment Grace Fu announced that egg exports from Brunei are now Singapore Food Agency-accredited. It’s the Government being resourceful once again in an e ...

14 December 2022

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Submarines provide Navy added capability to fulfil role as defender of S’pore’s waters: PM Lee

As a maritime nation that is highly reliant on the free movement of goods for prosperity and survival, the Singapore Navy has the crucial mission of keeping our sea lines of communication open, said Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong. “Submarines p ...

14 December 2022

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3 ways Southeast Asia can evolve education systems for a better future: DPM Heng

Taking a broader view, responding collectively to developing trends and working together — these are the three ways countries in Southeast Asia can evolve education systems and create a better future for all in the region, said Deputy Prime Minister ...

9 December 2022

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3 ways countries can build a better future for work

A future featuring resilience and inclusivity is the direction many countries are charting while the pandemic wanes and the world recovers. So establishing a stable environment for decent work and social justice is high on the agenda of the Internati ...

7 December 2022

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What do pies, stone boats & water have to do with sustainable growth?

Singapore needs sustainable growth — growth that’s bearable, recurring and (this is important) leaves enough to keep future generations comfortable. After all, where’s the wisdom in building towards instant gratification and a dead end? It’s wiser an ...

6 December 2022

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MOF invites you to share views on upcoming Budget 2023

It’s an open invitation from the Government and there’re five ways to do it: Singapore Budget Website; REACH Budget 2023 Microsite; REACH Singapore Facebook; REACH Singapore Instagram; PA Ask Kopi Kakis #shareyourviews Webpage All these channels are ...

6 December 2022

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Compromise must never be a bad word in S’pore: DPM Wong tells youths

We should always be respectful of the different views on issues, such as sexuality and gender, that Singaporeans care deeply about and listen to one another, said Deputy Prime Minister Lawrence Wong. “We should learn how to accommodate these di ...

5 December 2022

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‘We can choose to be happy’: Ong Ye Kung gives inspiring speech at NUS High School graduation

A simple question “What do you want to be when you grow up?” guided Health Minister Ong Ye Kung throughout the years. He shared this with the graduands of NUS High School’s Class of 2022. “What do you want to be when

3 December 2022

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New Public Defender’s Office offers pro bono legal aid for the needy

The PAP Government wants the vulnerable to have access to justice. The new Public Defender’s Office (PDO), launched Dec 1 to give free legal aid to the less-well-off, is a big step towards this goal. “A sound criminal justice system is crucial

2 December 2022

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FTX loss won’t impact contributions to reserves: DPM Wong

Deputy Prime Minister Lawrence Wong assured Singaporeans that Temasek’s FTX loss, while disappointing, will not impact the Net Investment Returns Contribution (NIRC). “The FTX loss will also not impact the NIRC as the NIRC is tied to the ...

30 November 2022

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Society’s cornerstones remain secure post-S377A: Masagos

It’s been a long climb towards Section 377A’s repeal. A necessary duty for Singapore, considering that the Courts can someday rule it unconstitutional, and open the gate for bad actors on each side of the repeal to destabilise Singapore through judic ...

30 November 2022

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K Shanmugam: WP understands risks of not repealing S377A, but doesn’t want to take a stand

The debate on the repeal of Section 377A has brought into spotlight the function of the Party Whip. In this debate, the PAP opted not to lift the Party Whip, meaning that all PAP MPs will have to take the Party’s position

29 November 2022

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Murali Pillai shares 3 lessons from PAP Govt’s approach to S377A repeal

Yesterday in Parliament (Nov 28), Member of Parliament for Bukit Batok SMC, Mr Murali Pillai gave three important lessons from the PAP Government’s approach to repealing Section 377A and amending the Constitution to preserve the institution of marria ...

29 November 2022

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Unity must remain a part of S’pore’s future: Christopher de Souza at S377A debate

Singapore needs to stay united, said MP Christopher de Souza in Parliament during the debate on the repeal of Section 377A on Nov 28. Parliamentarians were debating on the Amendment to the Constitution in Article 156 which strengthens policies that p ...

29 November 2022

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The right & responsible thing to do: K Shanmugam on repealing S377A

It is the right thing to do, and society is now more ready for its repeal. And there is an overall legal risk that the Courts will strike it down; this will lead to wide-ranging consequences. These are the Government’s two main

29 November 2022

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Not lifting the whip doesn’t prevent PAP MPs to air views: Murali Pillai

Not lifting the whip doesn’t mean that Members of Parliament cannot express their views in a debate, said MP Mr Murali Pillai. He was speaking at the debate on the repeal of Section 377A and amendment of the Constitution which started today

28 November 2022

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PAP MPs welcome NDR measures to support parents; call for societal mindset shift

2022 roundup: S’poreans collectively cheered when outdoor mask-wearing finally became optional

2022 roundup: Sanctions & condemnations for Russia’s war on Ukraine

2022 roundup: A Budget for a new way forward, with a larger Assurance Package

4 ingredients that will make S’pore a trusted food & nutrition leader

For food security, we literally don’t put all our eggs in one basket

Submarines provide Navy added capability to fulfil role as defender of S’pore’s waters: PM Lee

3 ways Southeast Asia can evolve education systems for a better future: DPM Heng

3 ways countries can build a better future for work

What do pies, stone boats & water have to do with sustainable growth?

MOF invites you to share views on upcoming Budget 2023

Compromise must never be a bad word in S’pore: DPM Wong tells youths

‘We can choose to be happy’: Ong Ye Kung gives inspiring speech at NUS High School graduation

New Public Defender’s Office offers pro bono legal aid for the needy

FTX loss won’t impact contributions to reserves: DPM Wong

Society’s cornerstones remain secure post-S377A: Masagos

K Shanmugam: WP understands risks of not repealing S377A, but doesn’t want to take a stand

Murali Pillai shares 3 lessons from PAP Govt’s approach to S377A repeal

Unity must remain a part of S’pore’s future: Christopher de Souza at S377A debate

The right & responsible thing to do: K Shanmugam on repealing S377A

Not lifting the whip doesn’t prevent PAP MPs to air views: Murali Pillai

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