{
  "id": 3273448,
  "title": "NDR2026: PM Wong says foreign manpower will be welcomed in a ‘careful, controlled way,’ but Singaporeans have a lot to say",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/25/ndr2026-pm-wong-says-foreign-manpower-will-be-welcomed-in-a-careful",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-25T13:32:24.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Independent Singapore",
    "slug": "the-independent-singapore",
    "url": "https://theindependent.sg/ndr2026-pm-wong-says-foreign-manpower-will-be-welcomed-in-a-careful-controlled-way-but-singaporeans-have-a-lot-to-say/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Prime Minister Lawrence Wong's National Day Rally speech on Aug 23 received praise for its measures supporting parents, but drew attention to his comments on foreign manpower. Wong acknowledged Singapore's growth but acknowledged its small size and the turbulent global climate. He emphasized that newcomers who align with Singapore's ideals and values enhance the nation's identity while bringing fresh perspectives and energy. Wong stated that welcoming foreign workforce is to \"refresh our citizen population at a measured and sustainable pace\" and manage the size of the foreign workforce to ensure Singaporeans remain the majority. Netizens reacted with mixed opinions, with some questioning the 'careful and controlled' approach and others supporting the cautious management of foreign manpower.",
  "summary": "Reactions to Prime Minister Lawrence Wong saying in his National Day Rally speech, \"We welcome foreign manpower to complement our local workforce and support our economy. But we do so in a careful ... This article ( NDR2026: PM Wong says foreign manpower will be welcomed in a ‘careful, controlled way,’ but Singaporeans have a lot to say ) first appeared on The Independent Singapore News .",
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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."
}