National Policy & Budget news in Batam Kepulauan Riau Indonesia

1. MUIS distributes $3.3m to 830 elderly zakat recipients, to review aid framework

   2 days ago Berita Harian Singapura D’Marquee di Pasir Ris, Singapore 33.4 km

   The Islamic Religious Council of Singapore (MUIS) has distributed about $3.3 million to 830 eligible elderly zakat recipients through top-ups to their CPF Retirement Accounts. The disbursement is part of the MUIS-CPF Matched Retirement Savings Scheme launched in 2025, and MUIS announced it will review its Zakat Financial Assistance framework.

2. Ang Mo Kio preschool sees new government grant as chance after failed partnership bid

   2 days ago Tamil Murasu Ang Mo Kio, Singapore 38.9 km

   Kids & Kinz, a private preschool in Ang Mo Kio operating since 1989, failed to join the government-backed partner operator scheme. The school now views the new grant announced in August as an opportunity, with details being prepared by the Early Childhood Development Agency. The government plans to cut preschool fees from 2028, widening the fee gap for private schools.