Damn stupid. Raise GST say got more CDC help, now reduce support instead. We pay more GST every year, they just collect more and more. Singapore’s national spending for the year is expected to cut back on CDC vouchers as the government shifts its focus to defence, infrastructure and artificial intelligence (AI). “CDC vouchers will likely be scaled back from the generous quantum in FY2025 (CDC $1.06b, SG60 $2.2b) and be more targeted,” Maybank said in its latest report. According to the company, CDC vouchers have boosted supermarkets & food courts, but even discretionary spending has picked up, including on watches & jewellery and recreational goods. Overall, retail sales jumped 4.7% during the July to November period from the 1.2% increase in the first half of 2025. Prime Minister