As we celebrate Singapore's 59th birthday, members of the PAP-PCF marching contingent recount personal stories from prior National Day Parades.

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Happy Birthday, Singapore!
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Singapore celebrates its 59th birthday this year.

This year at the National Day Parade, the People's Action Party - PAP Community Foundation (PCF) marching contingent will be flying their flags high. Member of Parliament for Jurong GRC Xie Yao Quan ([link removed]) and MP for Chua Chu Kang GRC Don Wee ([link removed]) will lead the contingent.

Four long-time marchers - Salmah binte Sujak (Jalan Kayu Branch), Peter Tay (Paya Lebar Branch), Lee Loo Loo (Yew Tee Branch) and Tan Cheow Aik (Ang Mo Kio-Hougang Branch) - share what motivates to march yearly at the NDP, and their most memorable Parade moments.

Read/Watch more:
* ‘The last time we saw Mr Lee publicly’: NDP memories from PAP marchers ([link removed])
* For me, all my sisters, brothers are here’: An oral history of the NDP from veteran PAP marchers
* Salmah binte Sujak's interview ([link removed])
* Lee Loo Loo's interview ([link removed])
* Tan Cheow Aik's interview ([link removed])
* Peter Tay's interview ([link removed])

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The pomp and pageantry of National Day is a beloved tradition spanning generations. Here’s a trip down memory lane at how it has evolved through the years. Read more ([link removed]) .

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This week we advocated for the Good Samaritan Food Donation Bill. Hear from Member of Parliament for Nee Soon GRC Louis Ng ([link removed]) on why this Bill benefits citizens, is community-driven, and helps the environment! Watch more ([link removed]) .

Mr Ng has assembled younger PAP MPs as well as trusty stakeholders like BreadTalk, Ya Kun, Singapore Youth for Climate Action and Free Food for All to solve this problem. Read more.

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NTUC Income's social mission and low-cost insurance schemes will remain unchanged. Our MPs and the Government agreed on this key point regarding the Income-Allianz deal. However, Income must perform well to deliver on its goals. Read more ([link removed]) .
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Parliament has passed stricter anti-money laundering laws. Second Minister for Home Affairs Mrs Josephine Teo ([link removed]) stresses that Singapore will remain vigilant to ensure our financial and business ecosystem stays reputable, trusted, and thriving. Read more ([link removed]) .

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A free shuttle bus service recently launched in Marine Parade GRC, MacPherson and Mountbatten caters to the needs of the residents, especially seniors. Most of the funds for the service are raised through donations. Read more.
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In Parliament, Chair of the Goverment Parliamentary Committee for Health Tan Wu Meng ([link removed]) highlighted the need for young cancer patients to have better access to fertility preservation procedures. Watch more ([link removed]) .

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Good news for East Coast residents: initiatives are underway to help cope with the higher cost of living. East Coast GRC MPs recently launched the 'Project 200=100 @ East Coast' initiative while 'Gd Lobangs @ KCC' was started in April. Read more ([link removed]) .
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MP for Holland-Bukit Timah GRC Edward Chia ([link removed]) believes that communities with strong mental health support systems are stronger, healthier, and more productive. He has been advocating for better mental health support for all at Zhenghua. Watch more ([link removed]) .

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