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An Open and Connected Singapore — NDR 2026
The NDR 2026 framing on population renewal, integration and social cohesion describes a measured approach to newcomers while retaining Singaporeans' majority and community representation.
An Open and Connected Singapore — NDR 2026
Population approach
At the 2026 National Day Rally, the Government said Singapore would refresh its population at a measured and sustainable pace in response to a falling total fertility rate. The statement is a policy direction rather than a published population quota, immigration target or new eligibility rule. (gov.sg, 3 September 2026)
Singaporeans, newcomers and the workforce
The gov.sg explanation says Singaporeans will remain the majority of the population. It also says the foreign workforce will be managed to complement local workers and support the economy. These statements describe the intended direction of population and workforce policy; they do not specify a new foreign-worker quota or change existing work-pass rules. (gov.sg, 3 September 2026)
Communities and integration
The same NDR 2026 framing says every community should remain confident that its place, representation and voice are secure, while its languages, cultures and traditions continue to be preserved. New citizens are to be supported in integrating into Singapore society, and existing Singaporeans are encouraged to reach out to people beginning a new life in Singapore. (gov.sg, 3 September 2026)
Interpretation and boundaries
“Open and connected” is the title and policy framing of the gov.sg explainer. It should not be read as a standalone immigration scheme, a citizenship entitlement or a fixed forecast of Singapore's future population. For current numbers and legal eligibility, use the applicable SingStat, ICA and Ministry of Manpower sources rather than treating the rally framing as a substitute for those rules. (gov.sg, 3 September 2026)
Record details
- Also known as
- ["An Open and Connected Singapore","NDR 2026 population renewal","Singapore population refresh"]
- Jurisdiction
- SG
Dates describe this record’s own period and applicability. A verification date does not mean a rule is currently in force.
Sources
- Staying Open and Connected Accessed 2026-09-05
Collection as of 2026-10-07 · An expanding collection. Published counts show available knowledge, not complete coverage of Singapore.