The CDC vouchers were initially intended as financial relief for low-income households during the pandemic. (Photo by Mayuko Tani)
MAYUKO TANI
SINGAPORE -- With a general election slated for later this year, Singaporeans find themselves increasingly inundated with government-issued vouchers, rebates and cash handouts.
"CDC Voucher Accepted here" signs are a common sight at supermarkets, smaller retail shops and hawker stands, referring to vouchers from the government's Community Development Council.