Singapore to start technical studies into "Long Island" off East Coast

[@space4495]

These bots keep spamming. That means the government has done a great job. May Long Island becomes reality in the future.

[@angsiuhong3408]

Singapore: A day in the life of a newspaper vendor. ❤😊 Thank you. The Straits Times.

[@Now2Market]

Towards 10 million population.

[@wizardman3162]

idk man, only the pap really wants that in the government, it just seems linsa unethical to have so many people on one island

[@angsiuhong3408]

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[@JeraldPham]

The reclamation project will take decades to complete and the construction of which will close off the area and sea view for decades as well. East Coast is well known for its extensive beach activities for Singaporeans and it will be unimaginable the disruption of lives the decades of construction may cause. If the main benefit of the proposed long island is to face off against rising sea level, will installing tidal gates be a better option? these tidal gates are tried and tested method in Marina Bay Reservoir.

[@JW-nn6ed]

Singapore is an island. I do not quite understand why only build this in East Coast, how about West Coast, Central Seafront area, Woodlands, etc.?

[@JeraldPham]

@@JW-nn6ed Geographically, East Coast is a lower lying area in Singapore. If sea level rises, east coast will be the first to be impacted. Thus, measures are taken to halt off rising sea levels at the source, which is east coast

[@fromis.9]

​@@JW-nn6edwoodlands to close to Malaysia, central have the cargoships

[@MrBernardonghc]

It is vital for singapore to grow in size to accommodate more population which is vital economical strengthen singapore. As long as within reasonable expansion for the next 50 years.

[@noproblematallmate]

This was the East Coast Plan.

[@bell-xk5dd]

Heng Swee Keat already gave this “plan” away in 2020 😂

[@kongthai..]

Long island, 龍岛. East coast extension project. More fresh water 💧 reservoir, a Dutch style dike system. (Yes, water innundation is a serious threat, 5m will flood a significant area in Singapore) This is similar to plans for Bandar Malaysia (Jurong 2nd CBD) and Sg. Besi CBD extension based on Evernew Real Estate programme. 永新地产. Good to go! Good job, MoND, Desmond. 🥹❤️✋️

[@poubelle9054]

Great news ❤

[@anziar3038]

The PAP govt has done numerous meaningful projects to improve the lives of the people, making the incompetent opposition parties look really useless and redundant.

[@wasdgamings]

Who is in charge of the government pap or wp? Pap right so of course it's their duty to serve us.

[@laurentmisso6732]

Good idea for the future! Hopefully I will live long enough to see this

[@user-pb9vs1ms6p]

Those properties with sea view will be left with reservoir view. And have to endure decades of reclamation. Only the next generation will benefit from this.

[@weikwanglee4383]

On the outer side of these long islands , we should include 200ft of man made mangrove barrier.

[@ongkimchoon7383]

I wish the same too, but Singapore was a mangrove island many years ago and it met its fate today. Sugei Buloh would be mentioned as existing and will consider other areas, for long island, tak boleh. Likely Bedok jetty would also be jettison.

[@bkai7777]

The condos along Meyer Road and Tanjong Rhu will not have a seaview anymore and will have to suffer years of reclamation work along East Coast Park!

[@Soshiaircon91]

So you rather the whole area sink by rising sea water?

[@ongkimchoon7383]

@@Soshiaircon91 Hang on. The video show water ponding in Jan 2023 from heavy down pour and high tide. Granted that sea level rise based on current estimate as 1 ft by 2100, if the world does nothing or little, other areas are also threatened. With that rise, more rainfall frequently due to dilution of ocean and all else been equal, we still sink. Long island maybe more suitable for erosion and crashing waves.

[@sglatitude]

To revolutionize Singapore's urban development and international event hosting, a transformative proposal involves acquiring Batam and Bintan islands from Indonesia, coupled with the construction of a six-lane bridge linking these islands to Singapore's mainland. This innovative infrastructure project promises seamless connectivity and a robust platform for economic and cultural integration. A pivotal aspect of this strategy is the relocation of the Singapore Formula 1 Grand Prix to these islands, effectively circumventing the persistent issues of traffic congestion and road closures in central Singapore during the event. Additionally, this development presents a strategic opportunity to diversify property distribution across the region. By expanding into these new areas, it mitigates the risk of disproportionate property price inflation in high-demand zones like the East Coast. This forward-thinking approach not only enhances urban planning and leisure experiences but also ensures a more balanced and sustainable real estate market. Yes, it depend if Indonesia willing to sell those 2 islands at fair price (Not FairPrice hor) 😂

[@bell-xk5dd]

Stop dreaming….link to Batam? No thank you

[@sglatitude]

Then link to China or India hor 🤪😂

[@bell-xk5dd]

@@sglatitude We no need to link to anywhere. We can build our own long island, this is only the beginning….more on its way…

[@Hs5687]

Yes , maybe Study first if can Grab another island from our friendly neighbours 😊

[@bell-xk5dd]

No need to grab, we can build our own long island

[@rbc812]

solve the bird droppings problem first

[@jinhorjiak.jiakjiakjiak1812]

On one hand u scare of rising sea lvl..on the other hand. U want to build condos on reclaimed land...is nt tis ironic...just come clean .want to build condos say so..thats the main aim..the rising sea lvl is just an excuse for reclaiming land

[@somethingclever9975]

Let’s hope this Long Island isn’t anything like the one in New York

[@angsiuhong3408]

The Straits Times Another Wednesday November 29, 2023 ST from page. Long Island set to be reclaimed off East Coast could add 800 ha of land. ------------------------------------------ Area can be used for new homes, other amenities, and create S'pore's 18th reservoir. ------------------------------------------------ "Called the long Island, these land tracts - collectively about twice the size of Marina Bay are Singapore response to the threat of rising sea levels and inland flooding in the East Coast area"... ....the beach and coastline at East Coast Park. Plans for reclamation off East Coast were first unveiled in 1991, as part of the Urban Redevelopment Authority's Concept Plan. ST photo Jason Kuah. Thank you Mr Desmond Lee National Development Minister

[@kobebasso6260]

Singapore is planning 10-20 yrs ahead. Philippines is planning for the next year only. 😂😂😂

[@jinhorjiak.jiakjiakjiak1812]

Honestly..this govt dont bother abt high temperature.. if they.bother. they would hv stop building real estate by chopping dwn or clearing forests..get real. They r more interested in getting $$ for the coffers

[@donknow5066]

"East Coast Plan"= Hai See Lang

[@ongkimchoon7383]

Hahaha....had wanted to say the same thing earlier and just saw your post.

[@TheAdventureFun100]

Don't you need a high water proof wall around the whole of Singapore.

[@angsiuhong3408]

The Straits Times, Wednesday November 29, 2023 Front page. Long Island ....❤Desmond Lee 😊😅😅

[@theoracle9873]

Yeah, keep spending and spending on one hand; and on the other, keep taxing the people more and more via HDB,

[@bowlampar]

Sad to see such a beautiful coastline with natural beach is changed forever in the name of sea level rises.

[@angsiuhong3408]

Singapore government is always planning long term for Singapore, and very 😊competent and is Singaporean's pride.😊😊😊 Mr Lawrence Wong❤ Mr Lee Hsien Loong❤ Mr THARMAN❤ Thank you. The Straits Times❤❤ Another Wednesday November 29, 2023. Always planning ahead.

[@bell-xk5dd]

The best in this plan is the freshwater reservoir twice the size of the marina barrage 😂….Singapore is all well prepared ahead 👍

[@angsiuhong3408]

Nov 29, 2023 Wednesday's The Straits Times Long Island set to be reclaimed off East Coast could add 800ha of land. Area can be used for new homes💕💕, other amenities, and create S'pore's **** 18th Reservoir **** Ahead planning. *****Before the water contract with Malaysia expires.

[@angsiuhong3408]

Oh, sorry. Reported in The Strait Times: Thurs, Nov 30, 2023 A23 - demised of Mr Charles Munger at age 99.

[@angsiuhong3408]

When my assignment is a reception , wah, so many types of magazine at the coffee table. Times Forbes Tatler The peak Kris Wah, a feast to my eye. When I bought my own resale 3 rm flat in Ang Mo Kio, Ave 4, I subscribed - The Straits Times National Geographic Alone in AMK, I read Straits Times every page. Now, I watch Utube, Yik Tok, scrutinized every thing, including, what's constantly uploaded in Singapore, Hong Zlim Park, and some unscrupulous video etc etc, soliciting for donation. How, easy, behind on the wall, got their account number. Aiyah Common talkshow, bashing PAP policy. Aiyah. Singapore, lack of content, except PAP fault line. Aiyah. Alamak. Boring contents about manifesto.

[@angsiuhong3408]

Saturday Dec 2, 2023 Desmond Lee, I hope youth read my comments, now. One day at a time. My Straits Times key highlight is interesting. Than by Nov 2025, I hope a unanimous vote for PAP. No need hackling. Sometime, childish slogan: Vote without fear entertainment. All their childish comments will be read by the youth in Singapore to make up their mind. It's for them 30 yo and below. I am already 66 years old. Very very heart breaking journey. 2 P6 2 S7 Maths, English, Literature, Geography Complete GCE 'O' level Highest standard passed - Secondary 2. 100 over assignments One day orientation, end of assignment - goodbye. Wah. Orientation, goodbye, orientation goodbye. Salary - hourly rated. Terok. Lunch time, not paid. Agency take a cut of 35%.

[@Woopy11]

Motogp circuit at the Tanah Merah end. I’m visualising. No wonder the Iskandar circuit was scrapped. 😂

[@ckGohhelen]

👍👍👍👏👏👏🙏

[@douglasang3527]

Wasting Taxpayers Money ! Bring in Foreigners to replace Singaporeans ! Singaporeans must wake up ! VTO PAP👍

[@wymanspace4173]

Where would you want your tax money to go? You want flooding on rainy days? You don’t think the mrt lines are efficient? You think the F1 came here by chance? You think the cleanliness of the island is carried out by locals? The waiters in your favorite restaurant and the some top jobs in some of the best companies in the world that make their base here they are made available for locals if they are suitable. What have you in mind for this country?

[@shuchanwong5054]

Long Island Ice Tea

[@tonykwok9763]

NO GST.....ALL LEVIES

[@davidtay9347]

What's new?Its either u build up to the sky or reclaim it with earth.😂

[@budakPancing]

Bad idea. With this, we are left with Changi and Sembawang beach to relax for free. Sea clarity will be affected again with this reclamation. This Seawall will only protect East Coast area so I don't see it will solve the rising sea level. And the "long island" housing is only for the rich, leaving out low to middle class citizens. It definitely does not benefit the low to middle income.

[@deschan2246]

Is he indian ?🤔🤔

[@kennethgoh7198]

May I suggest that before spending LOADS into the project THINK about the housing bubble and dissatisfaction NOW and for the future SO THAT we DO NOT have to go into the future and get BITTEN back by the cost incurred TODAY! THANKS. MIC DROP. Please housing people in the government DO THE A JOB. Don’t do the SUB-PAR B- job.

[@norman6499]

I support this idea, but of cos the current residents along that elusive sea view will be furiously pulling their hair

[@bell-xk5dd]

Won’t block their views…it’s too far off

[@ongkimchoon7383]

Hahaha......want to hear citizens, nature reserve, business view about it. Start of video let the cat out of the bag, so we already know the answer. Same happen before the drone laws implementation, many was asked, many attended the meeting, business was interview, in the end many good suggestions were provided but fell on deaf ears. Fortunately, I was not part of the many frustrated folks.

[@bell-xk5dd]

Balik kampong and mind your own business

[@ongkimchoon7383]

@@bell-xk5dd No more kampong to balik, so must mind other business, hahaha.....

[@玪玪-v2m]

Just merge with Johor done deal

[@bell-xk5dd]

Delusional desperado 😂

[@tonykwok9763]

LONG LONG LONG CASINOS🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@PAPKNN]

Another means to displace singaporean

[@aliabdulkader3465]

Prepare for 10 -20million population

[@sinalbertckwong6406]

... Here nature activists, given Sing is a very, very small SPACE, make your choice: human or non human? Nature species had come and go!!!!!

[@theoracle9873]

Spending public money on local projects to get at bonuses whc is tied to the GDP

[@liar-liar]

Just an excuse to expand and build more condos 😂😂, talk about environmental, more human equal more human waste, it's that simple 😂😂, Marine life have to move houses too 😂😂

[@tonykwok9763]

👎👎👎👎👎

[@tonykwok9763]

HDB BTO.... 99 YEAR HEADACHES. ADVICE TO OUR YOUNG....GET A FREEHOLD HOME....BETTER STILL A BUNGALOW🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@liar-liar]

They've already filled the sea with sand at changi, so why ask public for east coast,???😂😂, rich people area,???😂😂