Essential reference for understanding Singapore’s institutional landscape, government acronyms, policy frameworks, and technology programs central to the Smart Nation 2.0 initiative.
CPF — Central Provident Fund
Singapore's mandatory social security savings scheme covering retirement, housing, healthcare, and education needs.
EDB — Economic Development Board
Singapore's investment promotion agency attracting foreign investment and developing strategic industries.
GIC — Government of Singapore Investment Corporation
Singapore's sovereign wealth fund managing estimated USD 770 billion in global investments.
GovTech — Government Technology Agency of Singapore
Singapore's central government technology agency with 3,500 staff building digital government platforms and services.
HDB — Housing and Development Board
Singapore's public housing authority managing 1.1 million flats housing 80% of the resident population.
MAS — Monetary Authority of Singapore
Singapore's central bank and financial regulatory authority overseeing 128 banks and 1,400 fintech firms.
MRT — Mass Rapid Transit System
Singapore's rail rapid transit system covering 230km with plans to expand to 360km by 2040.
NEHR — National Electronic Health Records
Singapore's nationwide health records system connecting 17,000 healthcare providers for integrated patient care.
Singpass — Singapore Personal Access
Singapore's national digital identity system serving 5.5 million residents for government and private sector authentication.
Temasek Holdings — Singapore's Investment Company
State-owned investment company managing SGD 389 billion portfolio across technology, financial services, and infrastructure.