Water is critical to Singapore's survival, and the nation has adopted a strategic approach in planning for its water supply, says DPM Teo Chee Hean.
"Our struggle to make sure our people have water, is the struggle for Singapore's survival and independence. To make sure that we could survive, preserve our independence and thrive, we have taken a strategic approach to planning for water supply," he added.
This strategic approach entails preparing early for future sources of water supply. ...
Because of this strategic approach, the first water agreement with Malaysia which expired in 2011 was an event that went almost unnoticed.
In the same vein, Singapore must now prepare for 2061 - 44 years away - when our second water agreement with Malaysia, which currently meets half of Singapore's water needs, will expire.
He was speaking at the launch of Singapore's month-long celebration of World Water Day at Marina Barrage, which embodies the nation's resolve to develop local water sources so it would not be held to ransom over its water supply.
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