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CDCs' contributions are vital in times of crisis, says PM Lee

Gayle Goh
Published Wed, Sep 23, 2020 · 09:50 PM

    Singapore

    PRIME Minister Lee Hsien Loong has commended Singapore's five Community Development Councils (CDCs) for extending prompt assistance to Singaporeans amid Covid-19, including a S$20 million voucher scheme, student meals, and job search assistance.

    Mr Lee, who is also chairman of the People's Association (PA), was speaking at the swearing-in ceremony for a new term of CDC mayors, held at the PA's headquarters on Wednesday.

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