Transport Minister Khaw Boon Wan told Parliament last week that bringing Singapore's rail network back to reliability has taken a financial toll on operators.
The revelation raises questions about the long-term sustainability of the rail system, and what Singapore can do to ensure both commuters and taxpayers share the burden of ensuring that sustainability equitably.
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