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Globalisation is due for a significant correction to address its rising importance and discontent towards it, he said.

Health Minister Ong Ye Kung dismissed the idea that globalisation was in retreat.

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Supermarket chains roll out CDC voucher promotions to help shoppers stretch their dollar

Half-off deals and $6 return vouchers are among promotions for supermarket shoppers.

Singaporean households on June 11 received $500 in CDC vouchers, which are valid until Dec 31, 2027.

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