Singapore to build new square for large-scale events

SINGAPORE, March 19 (Xinhua) -- Singapore will complete a new square by 2027 to commemorate its national service policy, according to a statement issued by the country's Defense Ministry.

Defense Minister Ng Eng Hen attended the ground-breaking ceremony of the NS Square on Tuesday and stressed the importance of national service in safeguarding the peace and prosperity of Singapore.

The square will stage l