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AGAINST the stark realities of a less stable operating environment, Budget 2024 is about taking concrete steps to build a shared future together, Finance Minister Lawrence Wong said in this year’s Budget Statement on Feb 16. This includes tackling immediate challenges, while equipping Singaporeans for longer-term obstacles, to ultimately “forge a stronger and more united nation”. The Business Times takes a look at the different types of support groups of Singaporeans can expect from Budget 2024.
Amendment note: The article has been corrected to reflect the accurate values of the U-Save rebates, age range for the increase in CPF contribution rates, and enhancements to the Energy Efficiency Grant.
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