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Unity, solidarity key as S'pore faces challenges after 'generational' vote: President Tharman

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May 24, 2025

This will allow diversity to continue to be a strength, and not a vulnerability, he says

- Ng Wei Kai

Unity, solidarity key as S'pore faces challenges after 'generational' vote: President Tharman

Singapore's best hope for overcoming challenges lies in unity and solidarity, said President Tharman Shanmugaratnam on May 23.

In a speech opening the swearing-in ceremony of the Republic's new Cabinet, he urged Singaporeans to continue standing together regardless of race or religion, so that diversity continues to be Singapore's strength and not a vulnerability.

The country faces global and domestic challenges, including an ageing population and a fragmenting world economy. These will require "careful forethought and bold action", and are not just for the Government to tackle but for all Singaporeans, he said.

"We must remain a people whose well-being is tied up with each other's, and who look out for those who are disadvantaged," he added.

This spirit of solidarity has sustained Singapore for 60 years and is how the country has endured crisis after crisis, he said. "May this same spirit continue to guide us for many years to come."

Mr Tharman presided over the ceremony held at the Istana that formally installed Singapore's refreshed political leadership, following the announcement of their appointments by Prime Minister Lawrence Wong on May 21.

PM Wong unveiled the reshuffle following a general election on May 3 that saw the PAP return to power with 65.57 per cent of the popular vote.

The election was a "moment of generational significance", said Mr Tharman.

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