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Introduction Mr Speaker, what caught my attention about the Budget speech was the Minister for Finance’s characterisation of the Budget…
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Introduction Mr Speaker, as in recent years, Budget 2021 reflects not just the Government’s priorities for this financial year, but…
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Mr Speaker, I rise in support of the Motion. Sir, Singaporeans pledge to build a democratic society based on justice…
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