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I refer to the article “Higher starting pay for university graduates, more in freelance work: Survey” (Straits Times, Feb 26). It states that “But the proportion of graduates who secured full-time permanent employment fell from 79.9 per cent in 2016 to 78.4 per cent last year.” In contrast, only 52.8 per cent of polytechnic... 

I refer to the article “ST-SMU: Degrees versus skills – Skills are something that activate your knowledge: Ong Ye Kung” (Straits Times, Feb 26). It states that “In the first of a four-part series, Education Minister Ong Ye Kung explains why he places skills above degrees He stands by his constant refrain that Singaporeans... 

I refer to the article “Finance chief Paul Chan dishes out budget sweeteners worth billions to Hong Kong taxpayers” (South China morning post, Feb 28). It states that ” FAST FACTS: • GDP to grow 3 to 4 per cent this year • Fiscal reserves expected to reach HK$1.092 trillion • HK$138 billion fiscal surplus; 40 per...