PM: Singapore of the future must have a bigger Heart. He gave several examples of how we have built a harmonious society through mutual respect and a spirit of give-and-take. Most Singaporeans are big-hearted and generous, and more are donating to charitable causes. But he added that a minority seemed to be less tolerant towards others, and urged Singaporeans not to allow this trend of not-so-good behaviour to spread.
On relations between Singaporeans and non-Singaporeans, PM said it was fair for people to express concern or to disagree with immigration trends and policies, but he was worried by some of the nasty views expressed, especially online and anonymously. This, he said, speaks poorly of who we are and damages our international reputation.
He urged Singaporeans to show a generosity of spirit to one another, including toward new arrivals. He urged new arrivals to also make the effort to embrace our values, commit themselves to Singapore and integrate into our community.
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