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The ministry thanked members of the public and industry partners for their feedback and interest in the release of Dear You and said it welcomed the broader conversation it has sparked about Chinese dialects and cultural identity in Singapore.<\/p>\n
\u201cThe government’s longstanding policy has been to promote Mandarin as one of our four official languages. This has helped to strengthen Mandarin proficiency across generations and facilitate communication among Chinese Singaporeans from different dialect backgrounds. These objectives remain relevant today.<\/p>\n
\u201cAt the same time, dialects are an important part of Singapore\u2019s cultural heritage. They carry rich traditions, stories and ways of expression, and help many Singaporeans maintain a connection to their cultural roots and community histories. There is also growing interest, including among younger Singaporeans, in learning and appreciating dialects as part of understanding their heritage,\u201d said MDDI.<\/p>\n
The ministry said the government welcomes efforts by community groups, clan associations and cultural practitioners to sustain interest in dialects and deepen public appreciation of them.<\/p>\n
\u201cToday, the government supports the use of dialects in practical ways, including through the communication of important public information in dialects, Mediacorp programmes for seniors, and arts and cultural productions,\u201d it said, adding that Mandarin continues to play an important unifying role among Chinese Singaporeans, while dialects remain a valued part of Singapore\u2019s cultural heritage and identity.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe are encouraged by the growing interest in dialects, including among younger Singaporeans. We will continue to engage industry and community stakeholders, and keep our approach under review, to support the appreciation and use of dialects in Singapore.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
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