Singapore Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong has a special message for “young couples” as they celebrate the Lunar New Year. The prime minister called on people to welcome “little dragons” into their families to combat the country’s declining birth rate.
“Tonight we gather with our loved ones to welcome the #Year of the Dragon. We hope more couples will be encouraged to add a ‘little dragon’ to their family this year,” the Prime Minister said. he wrote in a post shared on . The link posted next to it contains the Prime Minister’s full message regarding the Lunar New Year.
“As we celebrate the Lunar New Year, let us also celebrate our families. Families are the heart of our society. Our families give us unwavering strength and support, cheer us on our victories, and persevere in the midst of adversity. They sustain us. They are a big part of our identity, our sense of belonging, our sense of purpose. Through our families, we pass on our aspirations and values from generation to generation. “The Prime Minister said.
“In many Chinese families, children born in the year of the Dragon are considered particularly auspicious, with the dragon a symbol of power, strength and good fortune. So now is the time for young couples to introduce their family to a small dragon. “It’s the perfect time to add that,” he added.
Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong acknowledged that the decision to have a child is a deeply personal one. However, he added, “birth rates are declining around the world, especially in developed countries like Singapore.”
He also talked about how people are busy prioritizing their careers and pursuing other interests. “This is all very understandable. But I hope more Singaporean couples decide to have more children and have them sooner,” the Prime Minister expressed.
He concluded his message by wishing Singaporeans good health and a very happy New Year.