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The Economic Times
The Economic Times
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Singapore population hits record 6.21 million, driven by rise in foreign residents

Singapore: Singapore's population rose 1.6% in June compared to a year ago, hitting a new high of 6.21 million, government statistics released on Friday showed.

Singapore has experienced steady population growth since the end of the pandemic, when it lifted tough restrictions that kept foreigners away and led to rare population declines.

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