Merdeka Generation Package

The Merdeka Generation Package is a $8 billion government package announced at the 2018 National Day Rally, aimed to assist the 1950s with the medical bills. The MGP is a spin-off of the Pioneer Generation Package. It signifies the years that Singapore has worked with freedom, independence and sovereignity, together with the society's changes.

To be eligible, one of them must be born in the 1950s. The following people are eligible:

People will receive the MGP of GST Voucher/Medisave top-ups annually within $200. They will also receive a one-time $100 top-ups to the Passion Silver cards to receive active lifestyles. The money can be used for public transport, activities and facilities at community clubs, including the swimming pools.

The Merdeka Generation receives special subsidies for common illnesses, chronic conditions and dental procedures under the Community Health Assist Scheme (CHAS). This is independent of income and CHAS membership. The subsidy rates are higher than that of the CHAS blue card. Existing CHAS blue card holders can be subsidised up to S$18.50 per visit for common illnesses like colds and coughs. For simple chronic conditions like diabetes and hypertension, Merdeka Generation Chas blue card holders can be subsidised up to S$80 subsidy per visit, capped at S$320 per year. Beyond CHAS subsidies, the Merdeka Generation had the subsidised bills at polyclinics reduced by a quarter.