What global challenges does Singapore face, according to PM Wong?

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Singapore is dealing with intense global competition and rising geopolitical tensions, PM Lawrence Wong said.

Prime Minister Lawrence Wong said Singapore continues to face intense global competition and rising geopolitical tensions. He added that Singapore cannot afford polarised politics of the kind seen elsewhere, and framed these pressures as part of the wider environment in which the People’s Action Party seeks to stay relevant.
Wong pointed to global competition and geopolitical tensions as the key external pressures
Wong told more than 1,200 Young PAP activists at the Young PAP’s 40th anniversary conference that Singapore faces intense global competition. He paired that with rising geopolitical tensions, describing them as challenges Singapore is currently dealing with.
He linked the external environment to the need to avoid polarised politics
Wong said Singapore cannot afford the kind of polarised politics seen elsewhere while those pressures are increasing. In his remarks, he contrasted that risk with the PAP’s preference for consensus-building and practical solutions rather than performative outrage.
He argued political diversity of views is part of staying effective amid these pressures
Wong said the PAP is looking to bring in Singaporeans with a wider range of views and experiences, and does not expect everyone to think alike. He told younger Singaporeans to “widen the circle” and not feel they must agree with the PAP on every issue before contributing.
The remarks came alongside new Young PAP training and grants
The conference also launched the Young PAP Academy, which will offer leadership training, mentorship and workshops for activists. A new YP 40 Under 40 Fellowship was introduced, providing S$5,000 (RM15,762) grants for 40 activists to pilot or expand community projects with guidance from industry mentors and senior party leaders.

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