In yesterday's budget, Singapore unveiled its first budget deficit since the Asian financial crisis recognising how badly Covid-19 has affected the global economy. It may also be a rakyat's budget aimed at easing livelihoods ahead of the general elections which is scheduled to be held sometime this year.

<p>In yesterday's budget, Singapore unveiled its first budget deficit since the Asian financial crisis recognising how badly Covid-19 has affected the global economy. It may also be a rakyat's budget aimed at easing livelihoods ahead of the general elections which is scheduled to be held sometime this year.</p>

Opinion and analysis of today’s international and local news that matter to Malaysians. Everything you need to know to start and plan your work.

<p>Opinion and analysis of today&rsquo;s international and local news that matter to Malaysians. Everything you need to know to start and plan your work.</p>

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