NDP 2020: Unity and resilience of Singaporeans give confidence that nation will pull through Covid-19 crisis, says PM Lee

SINGAPORE - The determination of Singaporeans to stand firm together in the face of adversity since the nation's birth is why he is confident the Republic will get through the Covid-19 pandemic, as it has in previous crises, Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong said on Sunday .

This year's NDP is also an opportunity to salute those on the front line fighting Covid-19, and the many who have stepped up to help others in need, Mr Lee said in his address, which came ahead of the scaled-down parade at the Padang on Sunday morning. Singapore will need this unity and resilience more than ever, as the crisis is far from over, PM Lee added. Many countries brought infections under control and eased restrictions only to see cases rise sharply once more - something that can happen here too, despite various precautions.

"Each time, the outlook was ominous and we feared the worst, but each time, we worked hard to secure our position, gritted our teeth, and came through together," he said. "Employers too must make every effort to keep their workers, and not drop them at the first sign of trouble. This will build loyalty, and encourage the employees to help their employers rebuild when conditions improve," he added.

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