Pope Francis calls on Singapore to give 'special attention' to poor and elderly in state address
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Pope Francis has commended Singapore for its rapid development, but called for «special attention» to be given to the most vulnerable in society. In his speech at the National University of Singapore's University Cultural Centre on Thursday (SepPope Francis calls on Singapore to give 'special attention' to poor and elderly in state address
Pope Francis has commended Singapore for its rapid development, but called for «special attention» to be given to the most vulnerable in society. In his speech at the National University of Singapore's University Cultural Centre on Thursday (Sept 12), the 87-year-old pontiff noted the Republic's «growth and resilience». «Those arriving here for the first time cannot fail to be impressed by the mass of ultra-modern skyscrapers that seem to rise from the sea,» he said in Italian. Speaking to an audience which included members from social welfare groups and religious orgnaisations, the Pope also commended the various policies to improve quality of life here, and in particular the most vulnerable. These include through public housing measures, the «high quality» education and an «efficient» healthcare system. The Pope said: «I hope that special attention will be paid to the poor and the elderly, whose labours have laid the foundations for the Singapore we see today. »As well as protecting the dignity of migrant workers. [They] contribute a great deal to society and should be guaranteed a fair wage." Read more