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This year, our theme is “Our People, Our Home”. It is about celebrating our people who have the will to stand up for our independence, and who care for each other.Executive Committee, NDP 2014 Col. Wong Yu Han

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Dressed in red-and-white, Singaporeans are immersed in patriotic vibes to celebrate their nation’s 49th Birthday on 9 August.

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