{
  "id": 16430075,
  "title": "Government to tackle living costs, secure better jobs as part of full agenda this term: PM Wong",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/25/government-to-tackle-living-costs-secure-better-jobs-as-part-of-full",
  "topic": "business",
  "section": "Business",
  "published": "2026-10-25T04:10:13.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Business Times - Singapore",
    "slug": "the-business-times-singapore",
    "url": "https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/singapore/government-tackle-living-costs-secure-better-jobs-part-full-agenda-term-pm-wong"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Singapore's Prime Minister Lawrence Wong announced on Oct 25 that the government will tackle living costs, secure better jobs, and strengthen support at various life stages during the remainder of its term in office. This includes addressing concerns from those without children, singles, and seniors, following a major package for families with children. Wong assured that the government will not forget anyone and is committed to serving all Singaporeans. The party's strong mandate in the 2025 general election, with 65.57% of the vote, comes with a responsibility to deliver and prepare the country for the future. Despite global challenges, Singapore remains a trusted partner and an attractive destination for businesses and investors, as evidenced by recent meetings with major semiconductor firms, technology start-ups, and artificial intelligence companies. However, Wong cautioned that headline economic figures do not reflect the full story, as some sectors face pressures and workers struggle with rising costs. The government will continue working with the National Trades Union Congress to help workers adapt to economic changes and recover from setbacks, citing the example of Fajar Shah Salim, a 45-year-old restaurant manager who received government support to retrain and find a new job in IT. Wong emphasized that government, businesses, unions, workers, families, and the community all have a role to play in building a better Singapore together.",
  "summary": "The government will continue creating opportunities and supporting workers through change, he says",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}