Healthcare costs, education stress: Incoming Minister of State Shawn Loh on adopting ‘listening approach’
Mr Loh, who takes office as Minister of State for Education and Health on Jan 1, 2027, tells CNA he will not shy away from difficult decisions if he believes they are right for Singapore.
Incoming Minister of State Shawn Loh plans to adopt a "listening approach" to tackle healthcare costs and education stress in Singapore. As the new Minister of State for Education and Health, Loh will first gather input from various stakeholders, including those outside his Jalan Besar GRC constituency, before shaping his policy priorities.
He believes both healthcare and education significantly impact the lives of all Singaporeans and emphasizes the importance of understanding the views of professionals in these sectors. Loh's personal experience as a father of four and a civil servant in various agencies, along with his time in the private sector, provides him with a comprehensive perspective on policy implementation and its effects on businesses, workers, and individuals.
He is prepared to make difficult decisions for the greater good and is committed to explaining the reasoning behind his choices, even if they face disagreement.
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