Singapore’s Wong Unveils Budget for ‘More Dangerous’ World

Singapore’s Prime Minister Lawrence Wong unveiled a budget he said would help the city-state thrive as it faces a “more dangerous” world, marked by technological challenges and globalization on the retreat.

In a 1.5-hour speech, Wong detailed increased funding for the nation’s priority areas such as artificial intelligence, innovation and defense, while also ramping up support for low-income households and workers, the elderly and small businesses.