This celebration is timely, as it coincides with our nation’s SG60 celebrations, and the United Nations' recognition of 2025 as the International Year of Co-operatives.

For a century, co-ops have played a pivotal role in providing essential services and support to members, even during challenging times. The co-ops embody the spirit of mutual help, and contribute to building strong bonds among people within our community. The co-ops therefore play a pivotal role in building a strong and cohesive society in Singapore.

This centennial invites us to renew our commitment to co-operative ideals, building a more inclusive and compassionate Singapore. On the part of the government, we remain strongly committed to support the co-ops in widening and deepening your social missions and enhancing your social impact.

Congratulations once again on this remarkable milestone, and may the co-op movement’s spirit of care and mutual help continue to inspire and thrive for generations to come.