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Jeffrey Siow discusses fiscal policy and growth distribution at APEC

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Jeffrey Siow, Second Minister for Finance, delivered an intervention at the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation finance ministers' meeting in Hong Kong. He noted that societies are grappling with rising costs of living, rapid technological change, and job uncertainty. Siow discussed fiscal challenges facing governments, such as slowing growth and rising public debt, and shared Singapore's strategy of using targeted transfers to support vulnerable families and small businesses.

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The intervention addressed global concerns regarding the fair distribution of economic growth amid rising inflation and fiscal constraints. By detailing Singapore's use of targeted transfers, Siow highlighted a strategy to mitigate economic shocks on vulnerable populations and small businesses while maintaining a low overall tax burden.

Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation is currently participating in its Leaders' Meeting, with China hosting the 'China Year' events.

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    Small businesses might see increased demand for services due to targeted transfers designed to help vulnerable families.

  • SingaporeSpeculative

    Singapore may see shifts in investment or credit flows based on the articulated national fiscal strategy.

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  1. Jeffrey Siow commented on global growth risks, and Lan Foan represented member economies.1 source
  2. Jeffrey Siow delivered an intervention during the APEC Leaders' Meeting.1 source

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