DPM Wong’s remark on BTO flat prices “moving in tandem” with income draws backlash from netizens
Deputy Prime Minister Lawrence Wong addressed housing affordability concerns in Singapore, insisting that public housing remains accessible and affordable.
He cited the rise in median household incomes in tandem with BTO flat prices and available housing grants.
However, netizens criticized Mr Wong’s remarks as disconnected from reality, pointing to the high inflation and struggling families unable to meet housing and living expenses.