I AGREE with Mr Raymond Lo that family is the crucial pillar of our nation ('Family's role critical for a stable society', last Wednesday).
The family embodies love, joy, support and security. It nurtures and develops our children. The breakdown of the family, if not properly managed or controlled, heralds the breakdown of society. We should never take family for granted, but constantly nurture, strengthen and celebrate it.
Every year, the National Family Council organises the National Family Celebrations to promote the institution of family. Through the month-long events, competitions and promotions, we encourage Singaporeans to spend more time with their families, creating shared memories, special moments and family routines together. We hope that what is set in motion will continue in all families.
Everyone, including the Government, and business and people sectors, has a part to play in strengthening the Singapore family. Together, we can build strong families and a strong nation.
Lim Soon Hock
Chairman, National Family Council