Singapore government will do everything it can to help citizens tackle cost-of-living concerns: PM Wong


In total, the Government has earmarked more than S$10 billion for the Assurance Package to help cushion the impact of cost-of-living increases. - Photo: ST

SINGAPORE: Singaporeans will get help to tackle ongoing cost-of-living worries, said Prime Minister Lawrence Wong, acknowledging that the issue remains a concern even as inflation has been moderating.

“My team and I will do everything we can to help you get through this difficult period,” he said in a video posted to his YouTube channel on Wednesday (Oct 2), addressing Singaporeans’ concerns about the cost of living.

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