The statements in parliament follow the convening of a ministerial committee to coordinate a national response to the conflict.
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Higher energy and logistics costs will continue to be felt by businesses across the economy for some time, with SMEs particularly vulnerable, says Mr Siow.
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Singapore must be prepared for the effects of the war to persist for some time, says Deputy Prime Minister Gan Kim Yong.
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