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BUDGET 2025: $5b boost to Coastal and Flood Protection Fund

One-third of the city state at risk of coastal flooding.

Finance Minister Lawrence Wong has announced a $5b increase to Singapore’s Coastal and Flood Protection Fund as part of Budget 2025.

With one-third of the country at risk of coastal flooding, Wong outlined a range of solutions, including sea walls, tidal gates, barrages, and land reclamation.

Plans for land reclamation in the southeastern area to develop "Long Island" were also highlighted. He also noted studies are ongoing for Jurong Island and the Northwest Coast, with full coastal protection plans being developed for the entire island.

Additionally,  water agency PUB  PUB will complete studies for the Greater Southern Waterfront and Changi by the end of the year. 
 

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