WORLD CLASS INFRASTRUCTURE STILL CRITICAL
While technology will be key to Singapore’s future competitiveness, MPs stressed that physical infrastructure would continue to underpin the country’s position as a global transport hub.
Transport GPC deputy chairperson Edward Chia (PAP-Holland-Bukit Timah) said that technology alone was insufficient to keep Singapore competitive, and that the country must also address costs and operational bottlenecks.
“Singapore cannot compete on price alone, but if we are to charge a premium, we must be faster, more reliable, more trusted, and more integrated,” Mr Chia said.
Several speakers pointed to major projects such as Tuas Port and Changi Airport Terminal 5 as critical long-term investments that would enable Singapore to meet growing demand for trade and travel while supporting new technologies.
MP Poh Li San (PAP-Sembawang West) said the construction of Terminal 5, which will eventually increase Changi Airport’s capacity to up to 140 million passengers annually, contributes to the image of Singapore as an established aviation hub. Â
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