The MAJU Bulletin

What do you think matters most when it comes to land reclamation?

[Policy Explainer] Land from Sand: Breaking Down Singapore’s Land Reclamation Policy By Tan Ding Rui and Luei En Le Since independence, land reclamation has expanded Singapore's landmass by approximately 20% - with Changi Airport, Jurong Island, and Tuas Port all built on what was once open sea. 🏝 However, that growth came at a cost, including sand export bans from neighbouring countries, and the loss of over 45% of Singapore's original seagrass cover. Is engineering innovation such as new methods of reclamation enough to keep land reclamation sustainable, or is Singapore simply running out of room to grow without cost?⚖️ Find out more with our Policy Explainer. #MAJUSG #PublicPolicy #InfrastructureandDevelopment @theMAJUBulletin

🌳🛠️ THIS WEEK ‼️ The Government reasoned that Maju Forest needs development as alternative sites are unsuitable. As Singapore's land needs grow, how should we decide what to build over? ➡️ For more, read the full Policy Explainer here!

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Is the PARF rebate reduction a sensible way to encourage the usage of cleaner vehicles?

[Policy Explainer] Cars for Cash: Exploring Changes to the PARF Rebate By Charmaine Khor, Finna Ng and Harry Lee Scrap your car before it turns 10, and Singapore hands you a little something in return. That's PARF in a nutshell — the Government's version of a loyalty discount for giving up your car early. 🚗💸 Budget 2026 slashed the PARF rebate by 45 percentage points and halved the cap from $60,000 to $30,000, quietly making EVs relatively more attractive without touching EV incentives directly. 🔋 Is this a clever nudge toward cleaner cars, or just a stealth tax on ICE car owners who already paid a hefty ARF upfront? ⚖️ Find out more with our newest policy explainer! #MAJUSG #PublicPolicy #Transport @theMAJUBulletin

Should the Govt use public funds to revive the SGX? 🤔

[Policy Explainer] The Next Public Offering: Singapore Invests Billions on Reviving the SGX By Rushil Srinath Sea. Grab. PropertyGuru. What do these Singaporean giants have in common? They all chose to list overseas... not on the SGX. 📉 Fewer new listings, more delistings, and a market many call “unexciting” — can we truly call ourselves a "global financial hub"? 🤔 From the Equity Market Development Programme to the Anchor Fund, the Govt is pumping billions to support the SGX💰 But can public money really spark a self-sustaining market, or does it risk crowding out the very private activity it hopes to grow? ⚖️ Find out more with our newest policy explainer! #MAJUSG #PublicPolicy #Economy @theMAJUBulletin

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🗣💬 THIS WEEK ‼️ The Government's decision to limit the release of Teochew film Dear You has reignited public discussion about the Speak Mandarin Campaign. As attitudes towards language and cultural heritage evolve, Singaporeans may increasingly find themselves asking: what is lost when a language fades away? ➡️ For more, read the full Policy Explainer here!

What matters most in designing organ transplant policies?

[Policy Explainer] Presumed Consent in Practice: Understanding Singapore’s Organ Donation System By Rushil Srinath, Heidi Goh If a deceased Singaporean has organs suitable for transplantation, who makes the call? 🧐  In 1987, the Human Organ Transplant Act (HOTA) was passed. This marked a shift from an “opt-in” to an “opt-out” system — in other words, presumed consent. 👌 But is it right to just assume on such matters? While this move may have saved many lives, what is the balance with individual agency? ⚖️ Find out more with our newest policy explainer! @theMAJUBulletin #MAJUSG #PublicPolicy #Health

MAJU Hackathon 2026 🔥 📆 5 and 12 September 2026 🎒 Theme: Education Sign-ups open on 26 July More details then 👀