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NDR 2026: New committee set up to help Malay/Muslim community seize economic opportunities, develop skills
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NDR 2026: New committee set up to help Malay/Muslim community seize economic opportunities, develop skills

Singapore's Prime Minister Lawrence Wong announced the establishment of a new Committee of Economic Resilience aimed at helping the Malay/Muslim community develop skills and access economic opportunities. The committee, chaired by two PAP MPs, will implement recommendations from the government's 10-year Economic Strategy Review. Key focus areas include mental health support for workers transitioning careers and employability programs for youth. The PM highlighted the importance of the Malay language to Singapore's identity and emphasized strengthening regional ties through cultural understanding. Additional initiatives include expanding the Santunan Emas program to support Muslim seniors and forming partnerships between Islamic scholars and small businesses.

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NDR 2026: New committee set up to help Malay/Muslim community seize economic opportunities, develop skills

Singapore's Prime Minister Lawrence Wong announced the establishment of a new Committee of Economic Resilience aimed at helping the Malay/Muslim community develop skills and access economic opportunities. The committee, chaired by two PAP MPs, will implement recommendations from the government's 10-year Economic Strategy Review. Key focus areas include mental health support for workers transitioning careers and employability programs for youth. The PM highlighted the importance of the Malay language to Singapore's identity and emphasized strengthening regional ties through cultural understanding. Additional initiatives include expanding the Santunan Emas program to support Muslim seniors and forming partnerships between Islamic scholars and small businesses.

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