PAP Archives – Singapore Matters

The Curious Case of a Public Holiday Named ‘May Day’ - Ng Chee Meng

May Day hails its roots back in 1886, when workers in the US went on strike against long hours. In Singapore it is a day of celebration.

Politics

4G Leadership: why you can have assurance with Koh Poh Koon

April 19, 2021

Dr Koh brings with him to politics the characteristics that define him as a surgeon - meticulous, compassionate, friendly, and approachable.

Politics

4G Leadership: why you can be excited about Lawrence Wong

April 13, 2021April 13, 2021

Lawrence Wong led the Singapore delegation to UNESCO for the heritage award for the Singapore Botanic Gardens. Together with the ministerial team, he kept Singapore safe so that we could live life normally.

There’s another side of Lawrence that few know. He plays the guitar and sings and loves animals.

Unexpected turn of events is setback for succession planning: statement from 4G Leaders and Members

Politics

Unexpected turn of events is setback for succession planning: statement from 4G Team

April 9, 2021April 9, 2021

The 4G Team describes the unexpected turn of events as a setback for succession planning. They said in a statement, "We recognise that Singaporeans will be concerned. We seek your support and understanding, as we choose another leader for the team. We will continue working as a team to serve our people, and to earn the confidence and trust of all Singaporeans."

The Team is glad that DPM Heng will remain a member of their team, and will continue in his roles as DPM and Coordinating Minister for Economic Policies. "We have all benefited from his experience and expertise, and we look forward to his continued advice and contributions as we navigate our recovery and chart Singapore's path forward."

Economy & Financial

Currency speculation can be stabilising for the economy: Jamus

February 27, 2021February 28, 2021

WP Jamus Lim said that currency speculation is stabilising for the economy. Such speculative activity could be encouraged, he said.

carbon footprint and the petrochemical industry

Jobs & Livelihoods

Chan Chun Sing on carbon footprint and the big petrochemical elephant

February 4, 2021February 5, 2021

Jamus' simplistic call for a high carbon tax to hasten the exit of brown industries fails to take important things into consideration, like jobs displacement.