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Read a summary of this article on FAST.SINGAPORE: Former Non-Constituency MP Yee Jenn Jong may be a "very seasoned operator" but the team that the People's Action Party (PAP) is fielding in East Coast GRC has the infrastructure and stable base of preceding teams to build on, said Mr Edwin Tong, who will helm the party's slate at the upcoming polls.Mr Tong, who is Minister for Culture, Community and Youth, said that the Workers' Party...

During a virtual meeting with global leaders, including China's Xi Jinping, UN Secretary-General António Guterres emphasized the urgency of addressing the climate crisis. Xi reiterated China's commitment to advancing climate initiatives while implicitly criticizing Donald Trump's tariff policies as "protectionism." The meeting included notable figures such as Brazil’s President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, among others, highlighting a collaborative effort to tackle environmental challenges. Full Article

Read a summary of this article on FAST.Get bite-sized news via a newcards interface. Give it a try. Click here to return to FAST Tap here to return to FAST FASTSINGAPORE: The first five rallies for GE2025 have been approved and are set to take place on Thursday night (Apr 24).Rallies will be held by the People’s Power Party (PPP), Progress Singapore Party (PSP), People’s Action Party (PAP), Workers’ Party (WP) and Singapore Democratic Party...

A pragmatic China policy should consider the experiences of the diaspora, argues Sum Kung, a Hongkonger with a British national (overseas) passport living in Britain. The editorial on the UK's evolving stance toward China resonated deeply, as many who left Hong Kong after the national security law faced immediate and existential threats from the regime. Their migration was not merely for better opportunities but a necessary escape from a city where freedoms were swiftly eroding....

Read a summary of this article on FAST.SINGAPORE: The National Solidarity Party (NSP) released its manifesto after Nomination Day, advocating for the removal of GST on essentials and mandatory National Service for male citizens. Titled “Your Future, Our Priority,” the 14-page document includes proposals for education reform, healthcare accessibility, and housing affordability, emphasizing youth involvement and responsible spending. NSP aims to contest Sembawang and Tampines GRCs, promoting constructive policies to enhance Singapore's future. Full Article

SINGAPORE: Deputy Prime Minister Heng Swee Keat announced his retirement from politics after nearly 15 years, stating it was time for new leadership ahead of the 2025 General Election. In a heartfelt Facebook post, he noted his dedication to public service and expressed confidence in his successor, Prime Minister Lawrence Wong. Heng, who overcame health challenges, emphasized the importance of contributing to Singapore's future and urged support for the new slate of candidates in East...