SINGAPORE - A focus group discussion on strengthening National Service has suggested the government consider some form of impactful recognition for the contributions of NSmen.
The group said such recognition can go beyond the top-ups and vouchers which NSmen are already receiving.
It also suggested entrenching the recognition in housing policies and allocating of university places.
Facilitators at the discussion said it was clear that there was strong support for National Service as an institution in Singapore.
However they also noted that there is a need for National Service to adapt to the changing landscape.
Mr Ridzuan Ismail, member of the Committee to Strengthen NS, said: “There was no direct mention about having NS shortened. But to me at the end of the day, it is really the values that you want to uphold and generally for National Service, the perception is, it is a necessary institution for the defence of Singapore.” CHANNEL NEWSASIA
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