Chan Chun Sing warns against Singapore being “used as proxies for other people’s quarrels”

Singapore's Education Minister Chan Chun Sing emphasized the need for Singaporeans to prioritize understanding the root causes of conflicts rather than taking sides.
He cautioned against the nation becoming a proxy in disputes, stressing the importance of recognizing Singapore’s own interests and global stance.
Speaking at NUS Middle East Institute's annual conference, Chan underscored the value of deep understanding and constructive engagement, advocating for solutions that transcend mere side-taking and foster genuine resolution.

While Minister Chan advocates for understanding conflicts deeply, his ministry's handling of the Israel-Palestinian conflict in the Character and Citizenship Education curriculum has faced criticism.
In February, MOE was accused of presenting a biased view and failing to address Palestinian suffering accurately. Critics pointed out the absence of key historical contexts and accusations against Israel.

Minister Chan later announced curriculum adjustments to cater to different age groups, emphasizing empathy and critical thinking.
However, requests for transparency in lesson materials were denied, sparking further controversy.

[davidong]

Yes, good statement. Record and file this video for posterity.

[franciscody]

Without openness and transparency in government I would not believe anything said by a politician.

[MyHanck]

In our world today we are expected to be inclusive. If we are exclusive, we invite derision from our detractors and it will ultimately depend how strong or firm our resolve is. We all have our own positions based on our unique backgrounds. Our values will be tested at every turn.

[davidtay]

That's truly well-spoken.They dun need our voices but rather as tools to reach their aims.

[HKG-gqkp]

Did he share the warning with George Yeo?

[lstan]

It seems he has a different view from the position taken by the govt, so he could not speak freely in answer to the question. Hence, he seems to speak in vague terms. He is a very good minister, but the time has not come yet.

[EnviousPaladin]

Why is the video and sound don’t match?

[bobbytay]

everyone knows you cannot solve world problems. what you talking also is also irrelevant to the world.

[Hs]

Why & Who is a SG General serving Warning to ?

[christophers]

I am wondering are these prepared questions that will be scrutinized before questioning?

[benjaminkswong]

Why be used by others n then they have no interest in us.

[bobafett]

*Dont add injury to the insult when you dont go into deep on other countries ongoing conflict but yet teaching a curriculum about it is proven a major failure in your education system*

[stingray]

As education minister, what does he know about world affairs ?

[johnsontan]

that guy talked a fair bit of vague rubbish. A country should have a moral stand. sometimes it may not align with its own own interest. ..or trade value. Just be honest ..you can't please everyone all the time.Grow a backbone..be principled.perhaps people would then respect you.

[siaboonleong]

BUT he didn't ANSWER What is the system in place to de-escalate

[Humorousguy]

Good...video not stable ..like AI vision

[tangt]

And then lets in those proxies from those quarreling countries as PRs and citizens. Somebody really needs to relook CCS academic qualifications.

[zacz]

I had expected worse coming out from CCS mouth. 😂

[horologyenthusiast]

Politicians thrive on lobbies pumping money and funds into politics. This guy thinks we all bodo isit.. thats why today we have MPs and EX MPs sitting on boards of companies which is a super red flag.

[sngtianwan]

The security of Singapore and the lifes of Singaporeans begin with and rely on the prudence, discerning and discriminate mindset of our ministers particularly the prime minister! Consoling to note that we have ONE minister to begin with 😊, and we prey that there is no likes of zelensky or nuland in the cabinets! Singaporeans are willing to fight and die for Singapore, but not fight and die for US and be sent to watery graves or be cannon folders! US has fallen, UK has fallen, Germany has fallen, France has fallen; Ukraine has perished! pAp can fall!

No need to make Singapore great again; Singapore already great with prime minister uncanny rise from his grave 😮when singapore under existential threat!

IT'S MAKE PAP GREAT AGAIN! Dogs cannot be great!