A stronger and better Singapore will emerge from COVID-19 crisis despite 'immense challenges': PM Lee

SINGAPORE: The next few years will be disruptive and difficult, but Singapore will emerge stronger and better from the COVID-19 crisis, said Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong on Sunday (Jun 7) in a televised address to the nation. 

Singapore has economic strengths, a trusted international reputation and programmes in place to cope with the challenges, Mr Lee said.

In addition, many Singaporeans have stepped up to help others in need, he noted.

"The next few years will be a disruptive and difficult time for all of us. But despite these immense challenges, I say to you: Do not fear, do not lose heart," Mr Lee said in his speech, the first in a series of national broadcasts on Singapore’s future beyond COVID-19. 

"Singapore will not falter in its onward march. I believe we can still secure a bright future for ourselves. An even better and stronger Singapore will emerge from this crisis.”

Laying out the challenges that lie ahead, Mr Lee said that Singapore will have to learn to live with COVID-19 for the long term.

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