Public communications • Guidelines and resources for translation accuracy provided

We thank Mr Muthalagu Meyyappan for his letter “Clearer guidelines needed to ensure accuracy in languages used in public communications” (Dec 17).

- Mayna Teo

We agree that the accurate use of all official languages in public communications is important in our multicultural society. Government agencies are encouraged to communicate in the relevant official languages to better serve and engage diverse communities.

The National Translation Committee (NTC) under the Ministry of Digital Development and Information has been working to address concerns like those raised by Mr Meyyappan through several initiatives.