Prudent, responsible approach is crucial in uncertain times: PM Wong

Govt will support, stand with and go all out to secure a bright future for Singaporeans

- Michelle Ng

The prudent and responsible approach that the Government has taken to managing public finances and cost pressures is especially crucial in these uncertain times, said Prime Minister Lawrence Wong on April 22.

In a video posted on his social media channels the night before Nomination Day, PM Wong said: "I will not gamble with your lives or your future."

He said the Government will always support, stand with and go all out to secure a bright future for Singaporeans.

Singapore goes to the polls on May 3. With Nomination Day on April 23, that gives candidates the minimum nine days of campaigning before Cooling-off Day on May 2.

PM Wong cautioned Singaporeans that they will hear "many tempting proposals" in this election that may sound appealing, although not all are sound.

"If they weaken our public finances, the burden will fall on our children. If we mismanage the economy, investors will lose confidence and our incomes will suffer," he said.

Singapore would then not have the resources to sustain permanent support schemes or even to provide temporary relief, he added.