SINGAPORE: The National Solidarity Party (NSP) president, Reno Fong, declared that the party would not offer ’empty slogans’ but real, tangible solutions for Singaporeans during the first political broadcast for the General Election 2025 on Friday (25 Apr).
He outlined the party’s vision for a more equitable society, calling for a “transparent government with live parliamentary debates”, climate action that extends beyond “photo-op tree planting” events, and a political system “where every vote counts equally”.
“For too long, we’ve been told: ‘This is as good as it gets,’” said Fong, who addressed rising public frustration over persistent challenges.
He noted that families are “working harder than ever, yet struggling with rising costs”, youths are “burdened by an education system that sorts them at an early age”, and seniors continue to worry whether their Central Provident Fund (CPF) savings will sustain them in retirement.
“This is not the Singapore we dreamed of,” he said, adding emphatically: “Enough. Enough to policies that prioritise profits over the people.”
“Today we declare your future our priority and here is how we fight for it,” Fong pledged.
On the economic front, he asserted: “We will build an economy that works for you – not just for the privileged few.”
Among NSP’s key proposals are the implementation of a real minimum living wage, reforms to the CPF system, and “SME-first policies” aimed at revitalising neighbourhood businesses.
These were outlined in the party’s 14-page manifesto, released earlier on Wednesday (23 April) and titled Your Future, Our Priority.
The manifesto includes over 50 policy recommendations, such as removing the goods and services tax (GST) on essential items, fixing election dates, and introducing mandatory National Service for newly naturalised male citizens.
Looking ahead, Fong said the party seeks to “give our youth the stage they deserve”.
The NSP proposes scrapping academic streaming systems that “label children’s failures at 12”, ensuring free access to preschool education, and establishing a national platform called “Youth Assembly SG” that will empower young people to shape legislation.
Among other key proposals, the NSP will push for Build-to-Order (BTO) flat prices to be pegged to actual construction and land costs.
The party is also advocating for a universal S$10 cap on general practitioner consultations at community clinics and the creation of “mental health hubs” in every HDB town.
“We will protect what matters most – your home, your health,” Fong said, stressing the importance of social welfare and community support.
In closing, he reminded Singaporeans that the national narrative is still evolving.
“The Singapore story isn’t written yet,” he said. “The next chapter belongs to you.”
“This is our pledge: We will fight for you, fight for your future as fiercely as we’d fight for our own children’s. Because your struggles are our struggles. Your dreams are Singapore’s dreams,” he declared.
“Together, let’s build a nation where no one is left behind, where ‘Your Future, Our Priority’ isn’t just a slogan – it’s our promise.”
The NSP was allocated the least amount of time for the public political broadcast (PPBs), as it is contesting a total of ten parliamentary seats. Eligibility for the PPBs is limited to political parties that field at least six candidates under a recognised party symbol.
Fong is set to lead a five-member team into a four-way battle for Tampines GRC, while party secretary-general Spencer Ng will helm another five-man team contesting Sembawang GRC in a three-cornered fight.
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