On 9 August 1965 we made a declaration, that as of that day, “Singapore shall be forever a sovereign democratic and independent nation, founded upon the principles of liberty and justice and ever seeking the welfare and happiness of her people in a more just and equal society”[i].
The spirit of that declaration is captured and enshrined in our National Pledge, “We the Citizens of Singapore”. And to us, the Citizens of Singapore, does Singapore belong to; just as we belong to her.
Through the many events in the last 49 years, we the citizens of Singapore, have bonded and grown stronger together as a people. NSP strongly believes that Singapore must be be a home and not a hotel for its people.
Our Pledge is a constant reminder to us that Singapore is our Home.
So as we celebrate 49 years of independence let us allow our pledge to be the guiding light to lead us forward, towards the next 50 years.
Happy birthday Singapore!