Major review underway to support families across life's journey: PM Wong in National Day Message 2026
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- Channel News Asiaseen 9 Aug, 12:26headline rewritten
NDP 2026 kicks off at National Stadium as Singapore marks 61st birthdayNDP 2026: Celebrations at National Stadium in Kallang as Singapore marks 61st birthday - Channel News Asiaseen 9 Aug, 13:49headline rewritten
NDP 2026: Celebrations at National Stadium in Kallang as Singapore marks 61st birthdayHighlights: Fireworks and fanfare for NDP 2026 at the National Stadium - South China Morning Postseen 21 Aug, 07:38description edited
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As Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong prepares to unveil plans to ease the strain on families during his National Day Rally speech on Sunday, a new survey points to a difficult question behind the city state’s record-low fertility rate: what if a substantial share of residents no longer want children at all? Nearly one in four Singaporeans aged 18 to 44 surveyed by YouGov in July said they had no children and did not intend to have them in the future. Zahir Latif and his wife are among...As Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong prepares to unveil plans to ease the strain on families during his National Day Rally speech on Sunday, a new survey points to a difficult question behind the city state’s record-low fertility rate: what if a substantial share of residents no longer want children at all? Nearly one in four Singaporeans aged 18 to 44 surveyed by YouGov in July said they had no children and did not intend to have them in the future. Zahir Latif and his fiancée are among...
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As Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong prepares to unveil plans to ease the strain on families during his National Day Rally speech on Sunday, a new survey points to a difficult question behind the city state’s record-low fertility rate: what if a substantial share of residents no longer want children at all? Nearly one in four Singaporeans aged 18 to 44 surveyed by YouGov in July said they had no children and did not intend to have them in the future. Zahir Latif and his fiancée are among...As Singapore’s Prime Minister Lawrence Wong prepares to unveil plans to ease the strain on families during his National Day Rally speech on Sunday, a new survey points to a difficult question behind the city state’s record-low fertility rate: what if a substantial share of residents no longer want children at all? Nearly one in four Singaporeans aged 18 to 44 surveyed by YouGov in July said they had no children and did not intend to have them in the future. Zahir Latif and his fiancée are...
- Channel News Asiaseen 23 Aug, 18:05headline rewritten
National Day Rally 2026: Support for families in focus as PM Wong delivers key speechNDR 2026 highlights: More childcare leave, BTO income ceiling raised as PM Wong unveils major family support measures - Channel News Asiaseen 24 Aug, 03:14headline rewritten
Dissected: How scammers built a fake Zoom call from real videos of PM Wong and other Singapore leadersHow scammers built a fake Zoom call from real videos of PM Wong and other Singapore leaders - Channel News Asiaseen 7 Sept, 13:30headline rewritten
PM Wong, Chan Chun Sing to deliver ministerial statements on government's response to political office holders' salary reviewPM Wong, Chan Chun Sing to deliver ministerial statements on government's response to review of political salaries - straitstimes.comseen 18 Sept, 12:15headline rewritten
Firms must plan for workers as they transform, not treat them as an HR afterthought: PM WongFirms must plan for workers alongside business transformation, not treat them as an HR afterthought: PM Wong - asiaone.comseen 19 Sept, 05:53URL changed
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Sat, 8 August 2026
4 reports- Channel News Asia10:54
The prime minister said he will share more about the plans at this year’s National Day Rally, which will be held on Aug 23.
- asiaone.com10:54first to report
Singapore is taking a "fresh look" at issues relating to marriage and parenthood to help families lighten the load as family life comes under greater strain, said Prime Minister Lawrence Wong on Saturday (Aug 8).Ultimately, economic growth and technological progress must translate into better lives for all Singaporeans, he said in his National Day Message on the eve of the...
- asiaone.com10:55
Since Singapore's independence 61 years ago, Singaporeans from all backgrounds have come together as "one people and one nation", and as the world becomes increasingly divided, the values embodied in Singapore's national pledge are more relevant than ever, said Prime Minister Lawrence Wong.In his National Day message on Aug 8, he called on Singaporeans to keep faith with one another...
- freemalaysiatoday.com13:36
Prime minister Lawrence Wong says stronger safeguards would be put in place to protect children and help them navigate the digital world safely and responsibly.
Sun, 9 August 2026
4 reports- Channel News Asia09:00edited after publishing ×2
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NDP 2026: Celebrations at National Stadium in Kallang as Singapore marks 61st birthdaySingapore marked its 61st birthday with new songs, standout performances and some old favourites.
- thestar.com.my11:47
Singapore is benefiting from the rapid growth of artificial intelligence, and the government is making use of the technology to ensure higher productivity.
- straitstimes.com21:00
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- pymnts.com23:45
Singapore is benefiting from the rapid growth of artificial intelligence. Its prime minister wants to make sure its people are as well. That’s according
Tue, 11 August 2026
1 report- humanresourcesonline.net00:57
Democracy, peace, progress, justice, and equality have long been associated with nation-building. These same values also offer a thoughtful lens through which to explore what great workplaces look like today.
Wed, 12 August 2026
1 report- Channel News Asia07:35
Some commenters say this year's NDP tracks don't feel like traditional National Day anthems. Local music industry icons Dick Lee and Jeremy Monteiro weigh in on the debate and the role of younger voices in shaping Singapore's musical identity.
Mon, 17 August 2026
1 report- Channel News Asia09:01
Mr Wong will start with a speech in Malay, followed by Mandarin. His English speech starts at 8pm.
Fri, 21 August 2026
2 reports- South China Morning Post03:41edited after publishing ×2
As Singapore’s Prime Minister Lawrence Wong prepares to unveil plans to ease the strain on families during his National Day Rally speech on Sunday, a new survey points to a difficult question behind the city state’s record-low fertility rate: what if a substantial share of residents no longer want children at all? Nearly one in four Singaporeans aged 18 to 44 surveyed by YouGov in July said they had no children and did not intend to have them in the future. Zahir Latif and his fiancée are...
- Channel News Asia22:00edited after publishing
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Dissected: How scammers built a fake Zoom call from real videos of PM Wong and other Singapore leadersAnalysis of full footage shared exclusively with CNA found that the scammers used obscure or dated YouTube videos of high-profile figures, alongside other deceptive techniques, to make their fabricated virtual event convincing.
Sun, 23 August 2026
9 reports- Channel News Asia09:29edited after publishing
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National Day Rally 2026: Support for families in focus as PM Wong delivers key speechThe measures announced at the National Day Rally form part of a broader shift towards supporting families throughout the journey of raising their children.
- Channel News Asia11:16
Free-to-air broadcasts will continue to mostly use Mandarin, but paid television and cinemas will see fewer curbs on dialect content.
- South China Morning Post11:26
Singapore will no longer restrict the number of cinema screenings for dialect films, relaxing a decades-long policy in a significant move that analysts say was driven by recent discourse over the Chinese blockbuster Dear You. Prime Minister Lawrence Wong said on Sunday the relaxation came with the prerequisite that a Mandarin-dubbed version would be available. Restrictions for pay television content in dialect will also be eased, with details to be announced at a later date. “Even as we...
- Channel News Asia12:18
In a world where trust is becoming harder to find, Singapore is a place where commitments are honoured.
- Channel News Asia12:28
Social media platforms will have to verify users’ ages more robustly, with further restrictions possible if safeguards fall short, Mr Wong says.
- Bloomberg Politics12:52
Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong announced a package of childcare benefits to support families as the city-state grapples with a record-low birth rate and rising concerns over the cost and pressures of raising children.
- Channel News Asia13:03
Singapore will continue to broadly maintain its current ethnic balance, a policy which has served the country well, says Prime Minister Lawrence Wong.
- South China Morning Post13:16
Singapore will increase its spending on pro-family measures focusing on easing childcare costs, with Prime Minister Lawrence Wong calling them “one of the best investments” on Sunday, as the city state aims to reverse its declining fertility rate. The policy shifts announced by Wong at the annual National Day Rally, Singapore’s biggest political speech of the year, are some of the most significant in years, revolving around boosting support for families to have children. He also spoke about...
- Channel News Asia13:30
Nothing matters more than helping families thrive, said Prime Minister Lawrence Wong in his 2026 National Day Rally speech.
Mon, 24 August 2026
2 reports- Bloomberg Politics06:28
Prime Minister Lawrence Wong’s latest family support package is a familiar strategy for Singapore: make parenthood cheaper and easier in the hope that people will have more children. The record shows there are limits to how much that can actually achieve.
- South China Morning Post11:45
Singapore’s latest pro-family push has been welcomed by some parents for tackling the costs of raising children, but others say lower fees and more leave are unlikely on their own to overcome deeper worries over time, careers, housing and lifestyle. During the annual National Day Rally on Sunday night, Prime Minister Lawrence Wong announced a raft of measures to make having children more appealing in the city state. These include increasing childcare leave based on the number of children a...
Tue, 25 August 2026
1 report- Channel News Asia11:30
The Padang has hosted the National Day Parade for major milestones from the inaugural celebration in 1966 to Singapore's 60th year of independence in 2025.
Mon, 31 August 2026
1 report- South China Morning Post00:00
Every bloc needs a chair capable of getting things done – and Southeast Asia watchers say that description fits no country better than Singapore. The city state will get the chance to prove it in the bloc’s 60th anniversary year, after it takes the Asean helm from the Philippines on January 1. Speaking at Singapore’s National Day Rally on August 22, Prime Minister Lawrence Wong said the world was becoming more fractured and dangerous – one that the city state would have to “endure and survive...
Tue, 1 September 2026
2 reports- Channel News Asia06:49
Mr Foo’s priorities include how firms can adopt AI without compromising workers’ development, and helping Singapore expand into promising overseas markets.
- Channel News Asia08:00
The two countries are expected to mark an agreement to deepen cooperation in social sector development during the retreat.
Wed, 2 September 2026
1 report- Channel News Asia09:28
Both countries will cooperate in areas including personnel exchanges between relevant institutions and the sharing of knowledge and research on social welfare policies and programmes.
Thu, 3 September 2026
3 reports- Channel News Asia09:26
Mr Loh, who takes office as Minister of State for Education and Health on Jan 1, 2027, tells CNA he will not shy away from difficult decisions if he believes they are right for Singapore.
- Al Jazeera English20:00
Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul and Singapore’s Prime Minister Lawrence Wong performed the Beatles song.
- Channel News Asia22:00
Retiring after five decades at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Tommy Koh reflects on ASEAN's rise, Singapore's foreign policy and the state of the international order.
Sun, 6 September 2026
1 report- Channel News Asia09:14Singapore must never allow prejudice against any community to become accepted or normalised: PM Wong
"We can and should have robust debates. But we should never use seemingly legitimate arguments as a cover to fuel prejudice against any community or hostility towards foreigners," says Prime Minister Lawrence Wong.
Mon, 7 September 2026
3 reports- Bloomberg Politics01:31
Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong warned against a recent spat of racist comments being made online, saying prejudice must not be allowed to become normalized in the multiracial city-state.
- Channel News Asia05:21edited after publishing
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PM Wong, Chan Chun Sing to deliver ministerial statements on government's response to political office holders' salary reviewThe ministerial statements will be debated on Thursday (Sep 10).
- Channel News Asia07:46
The salaries of Singapore’s political office holders and parliamentarians have remained unchanged since 2011.
Tue, 8 September 2026
3 reports- Channel News Asia03:17
Singapore last adjusted the salaries of political office holders and parliamentarians in 2011.
- Channel News Asia04:50
Prime Minister Lawrence Wong says he had personally approached several senior permanent secretaries and private-sector CEOs to join politics before the last General Election – and all of them turned him down.
- Channel News Asia05:29
Mr Chan said Singapore is not trying to match private sector salaries, but cannot pretend that such opportunity costs do not exist.
Sat, 12 September 2026
1 report- Channel News Asia14:44
Prime Minister Lawrence Wong says Singapore is not immune to such pressures, pointing to racist comments online and divisions between foreigners and Singaporeans.
Wed, 16 September 2026
3 reports- asiaone.com04:00
URL changednow www.asiaone.com:443/singapore/swda-skillsfuture-festival-artificial-intelligence-training-lawrence-wong
The Skills and Workforce Development Agency (SWDA) has launched 200 courses on artificial intelligence (AI), Prime Minister Lawrence Wong said on Wednesday (Sept 16).He was speaking at the SkillsFuture Summit for Businesses 2026 held at the Lifelong Learning Institute, which is also the first SkillsFuture Festival under SWDA.This year's SkillsFuture Festival takes places from Sept 16 to Oct 28 and...
- straitstimes.com04:00edited after publishing
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Firms must plan for workers as they transform, not treat them as an HR afterthought: PM WongPrime Minister Wong urges businesses to plan workforce transformation alongside operations for better skills, jobs and competitiveness in Singapore’s evolving economy. Read more at straitstimes.com.
- Channel News Asia04:00
Speaking at the launch of the new centre, Prime Minister Lawrence Wong said people should not need to know which agency runs which scheme before receiving support.
Fri, 18 September 2026
1 report- Channel News Asia08:48
Giving the example of the recent redevelopments of Maju Forest and Gillman Barracks, Mr Chan said the public service has to honestly articulate trade-offs on policy decisions.