Foreign Minister Urges Singaporeans to Seek Balance in Israel-Palestine Conflict Foreign Minister Vivian Balakrishnan recently made a public appeal to Singaporeans, urging them to seek balance and promote dialogue in the ongoing Israel-Palestine conflict. Balakrishnan’s call for a balanced approach comes amidst escalating tensions and violence in the region. Response to Balakrishnan’s Appeal However, some…
Government Adopts Needs-Based Approach for Allocations In a recent statement, Deputy Finance Minister Lim Hui Ying emphasized that government allocations are not fixed. The government follows a needs-based approach, taking into consideration prevailing priorities when determining funding distribution. Flexibility in Allocation According to Lim Hui Ying, the government’s approach to budget allocations allows for flexibility…
Therme Group Singapore Wins Marina South Tender Therme Group Singapore, under the leadership of former minister Mah Bow Tan, has been awarded the Concept and Price Revenue Tender to develop a S$1 billion wellness attraction in Marina South. The announcement was made by the Singapore Tourism Board (STB). The 4-hectare project is set to include…
European Bloc Agrees on Ambitious Greenhouse Gas Emission Reduction Target In a significant development following marathon overnight discussions, the European bloc has reached an agreement to aim for a substantial reduction in greenhouse gas emissions. The target set is a 90% decrease in emissions by the year 2040 compared to levels recorded in 1990. Key…
Senior Minister Lee Hsien Loong’s Response to 38 Oxley Road Controversy Senior Minister Lee Hsien Loong has chosen not to comment on the recent government decision to designate 38 Oxley Road as a national monument. This move has sparked criticism from some members of the online community, who have called for the government to honor…
State Police Chief Issues New Directives The State Police Chief of Negeri Sembilan has announced the implementation of new directives that require immediate action. The directives are aimed at enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of law enforcement operations in the state. Importance of the New Directives The new directives issued by the State Police Chief…
Lee Hsien Yang Accuses Singapore Government of Disregarding Lee Kuan Yew’s Will Lee Hsien Yang has made public accusations against the Singapore government, claiming that they are not honoring the wishes expressed in the will of his father, Lee Kuan Yew. The focal point of this dispute is the decision to preserve 38 Oxley Road,…
Deputy Minister Wong Kah Woh Ensures Commitment to Student Safety Deputy Minister Wong Kah Woh has emphasized the commitment of the Ministry of Education (KPM) to implementing programs and approaches aimed at ensuring the safety of students. Wong Kah Woh highlighted the ministry’s dedication to creating a conducive environment for learning that prioritizes the well-being…
38 Oxley Road Designated as National Monument in Singapore 38 Oxley Road Designated as National Monument in Singapore The Singapore government has announced its decision to gazette the historic 38 Oxley Road property, which served as the residence of the nation’s founding Prime Minister Lee Kuan Yew, as a national monument. This designation comes after…
Snow and Ice Avalanche Claims Lives of Climbers Tragic Incident Strikes Two Rope Teams In a devastating incident, a cascade of snow and ice swept away members of two separate rope teams, resulting in the loss of multiple lives. The tragic event occurred during a climbing expedition in a remote mountainous region. Despite the efforts…