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Coming soon: a 4G minister at a constituency near you

Those looking to share concerns or ideas with the 4G team, here’s an excellent opportunity — or rather, opportunities. From now till Sep 2023, various 4G ministers will visit almost all constituencies, including opposition ones, on weekends. Th ...

31 October 2022

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Policies

Low-carbon hydrogen & how it could play a big part in achieving S’pore’s climate target, as explained by DPM Wong

Low-carbon hydrogen is an increasingly promising solution to Singapore’s energy needs and could bring forward our climate target, said Deputy Prime Minister Lawrence Wong. He was speaking at the Singapore International Energy Week on Oct 25. DP ...

26 October 2022

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Policies

We must do everything we can to develop all S’poreans: DPM Wong

When Deputy Prime Minister Lawrence Wong says something about helping Singaporeans, you can bet your last dollar that he will do it. Fresh from announcing the new S$1.5 billion support package last Friday (Oct 14) — after repeatedly saying in Parliam ...

18 October 2022

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Perspectives

Petir Explains: How the Govt brings down recidivism rate

It was, as the photos show, a grey and stormy morning at Changi Prison three Sundays (Sept 23) ago. But our Party’s leaders — Deputy Prime Minister Lawrence Wong, Speaker of Parliament Tan Chuan-Jin, Minister for Communications and Information Joseph ...

16 October 2022

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Policies

All the benefits of the new S$1.5b support package are right here

True to its word, the PAP Government announced a new S$1.5 billion support package to help Singaporean households, particularly the lower-income and retirees with no income, with cost of living pressures. Deputy Prime Minister Lawrence Wong, who anno ...

14 October 2022

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Policies

Housing policies to be reviewed to help first-time home buyers secure flat quickly & affordably: DPM Wong

Forward Singapore is well underway. Since Deputy Prime Minister Lawrence Wong announced the exercise in May this year, he has been involved in multiple conversations with Singaporeans on a multitude of topics — ranging from uplifting lower-wage worke ...

11 October 2022

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At Yellow Ribbon Race 2022, Ministers show their support for second chances

The rain did not stop some 3,000 other participants, from joining the inaugural Yellow Ribbon Race (YRR) 2022 this previous Sunday (Sep 25) morning. It was previously branded as Yellow Ribbon Prison Run. The YRR aims to increase awareness and supp ...

30 September 2022

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Bad news: S’pore is aging rapidly. The good news? The infrastructure to plan your life is already in place.

It’s natural to feel a wee bit sad when you read such headlines: Yes, Singapore is an ageing society. But before you go all slumped in your chair, questioning the meaning of life, here’s a glass half full scenario: You get more

29 September 2022

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‘I see myself as a servant leader’ — DPM Lawrence Wong

DPM Lawrence Wong will work for the long-term interests of Singapore and Singaporeans when he becomes Prime Minister. “I’m here not just to lead but also to serve, and I see myself very much as a servant leader, doing my best to

29 September 2022

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Uplifting lower-wage workers through Progressive Wage Model, Workfare & mindset changes — DPM Wong explains

Improving the well-being of Singapore’s lower-wage workers is an important priority for the Government. This is why it is putting in more resources for Workfare and the Progressive Wage Model (PWM). “The Government is co-funding quite a bit of the wa ...

28 September 2022

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People

DPM Wong almost left the service when he was a young MOF officer. But he trusted his boss’ advice.

Trustworthiness can be distilled to the twin principles of honour – honouring our word, and honouring one another, said Deputy Prime Minister Lawrence Wong. He was speaking about how Singapore can strengthen trust levels and maintain itself as a high ...

20 September 2022

4 mins read

Policies

Lightening caregivers’ load & protecting against online harm: PAP continues to champion women’s causes

The PAP’s roots involve recognising just how important women are in building a nation. And the Party’s Women’s Wing remains committed, through initiatives like #ActionForHer, towards championing women’s needs and causes. “Although much has been done, ...

17 September 2022

3 mins read

Policies

Govt will uphold commitment of offsetting GST hike & further enhance Assurance Package if necessary: DPM Wong

The upcoming Goods & Services Tax (GST) hike cannot be deferred despite inflationary concerns and higher amounts of revenue collected from taxes in the last financial year. Speaking in Parliament on Monday (Sep 12), Deputy Prime Minister and Min ...

13 September 2022

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People

‘My mum is a superwoman’ & other stories of his mum as told by DPM Wong

The Party’s Women’s Wing annual conference took place yesterday (Sep 10). Themed #ActionForHer: Growing Our Circles of Care, the conference saw the Party calling for action to support women in their caregiving responsibilities, and inviti ...

11 September 2022

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Interracial & interfaith experiences vital for trust & cohesive society in S’pore: DPM Wong

Singapore’s social cohesion does not come about by chance, Deputy Prime Minister Lawrence Wong reminded guests at the International Conference on Cohesive Societies (ICCS) this Sep 8. Rather, the Government consistently fosters efforts for Singapore’ ...

9 September 2022

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Perspectives

Why repealing Section 377A now shouldn’t be seen as a lose-lose for all

Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong’s announcement that Singapore will be repealing Section 377A of the Penal Code was met with a mixed bag of emotions. LGBT groups hailed the move as a “significant milestone” even though the corresponding ...

25 August 2022

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Policies

Masks optional from Aug 29 is testament to how far S’pore has come

After 868 days of mandatory mask-wearing, Aug 29, 2022 will mark the first day that masks will be optional and only necessary on public transport and in healthcare settings. This was announced by Deputy Prime Minister Lawrence Wong at the Multi-minis ...

24 August 2022

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Policies

Doing what’s necessary to secure a better tomorrow, even if a political price has to be paid today

“With the decision to repeal Section 377A, do you think there’s a political price to pay for the Government and the People’s Action Party?” Without missing a beat, Deputy Prime Minister Lawrence Wong answered CNA’s question with conviction and moral ...

24 August 2022

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Why a referendum wasn’t held for repeal of S377A, as explained by DPM Wong

Deputy Prime Minister Lawrence Wong and Second Minister for Law Edwin Tong spoke to CNA on Aug 22 on various matters pertaining to the repeal of Section 377A of the Penal Code. When asked why not hold a referendum on the repeal

23 August 2022

1 min read

People

DPM Wong rides bike again after 20 years to raise funds for Children’s Cancer Foundation

We all know Deputy Prime Minister Lawrence Wong is a man of many talents. For example, he’s good with the guitar… … he’s a leader who comes up with fair and inclusive policies… And now, we find out that he rides too

15 August 2022

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Coming soon: a 4G minister at a constituency near you

Low-carbon hydrogen & how it could play a big part in achieving S’pore’s climate target, as explained by DPM Wong

We must do everything we can to develop all S’poreans: DPM Wong

Petir Explains: How the Govt brings down recidivism rate

All the benefits of the new S$1.5b support package are right here

Housing policies to be reviewed to help first-time home buyers secure flat quickly & affordably: DPM Wong

At Yellow Ribbon Race 2022, Ministers show their support for second chances

Bad news: S’pore is aging rapidly. The good news? The infrastructure to plan your life is already in place.

‘I see myself as a servant leader’ — DPM Lawrence Wong

Uplifting lower-wage workers through Progressive Wage Model, Workfare & mindset changes — DPM Wong explains

DPM Wong almost left the service when he was a young MOF officer. But he trusted his boss’ advice.

Lightening caregivers’ load & protecting against online harm: PAP continues to champion women’s causes

Govt will uphold commitment of offsetting GST hike & further enhance Assurance Package if necessary: DPM Wong

‘My mum is a superwoman’ & other stories of his mum as told by DPM Wong

Interracial & interfaith experiences vital for trust & cohesive society in S’pore: DPM Wong

Why repealing Section 377A now shouldn’t be seen as a lose-lose for all

Masks optional from Aug 29 is testament to how far S’pore has come

Doing what’s necessary to secure a better tomorrow, even if a political price has to be paid today

Why a referendum wasn’t held for repeal of S377A, as explained by DPM Wong

DPM Wong rides bike again after 20 years to raise funds for Children’s Cancer Foundation

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