More support will be given when needed to help with rising costs

S’pore can’t control external factors, but Govt can help through certain measures: PM Wong

- Kok Yufeng

Singaporeans will continue to get support from the Government, when necessary, to help them cope with rising living expenses. The needs of seniors will also continue to be taken care of, so they can enjoy their later years.

These were among the commitments made by Prime Minister Lawrence Wong on Aug 18 during his Mandarin speech at the National Day Rally - his first major political speech since taking the helm in May.

"I understand the rising cost of living is a topic that everyone is concerned about," PM Wong told the audience at ITE College Central in Ang Mo Kio, noting that every country is facing inflationary pressures.

He said the reasons behind the rising cost of living are complex, and Singapore cannot control external factors like supply chain disruptions and regional conflicts around the world.

"However, what the Government can do is to help everyone cope with the increase in living expenses through certain measures," he added.

"We will continue to provide more support when necessary to lighten everyone's burden," PM Wong said.