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Message from Tharman Shanmugaratnam

Tharman Shanmugaratnam

Mr Tharman Shanmugaratnam, President of the Republic of Singapore, with Mr Gan Kim Yong, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Trade and Industry, and Mr Chee Hong Tat, Minister for National Development; representatives of the Ministry of National Development, the Economic Development Board, the DesignSingapore Council and the Urban Redevelopment Authority; Jury Chairs and recipients of the P*DA 2025 at the National Gallery Singapore on 31 July 2025. Photo by Gan Jia Jun.

Design is everywhere. It reflects our spirit of tackling challenges creatively, whether in securing high-grade water, or in shaping products that make everyday life just a bit easier and more delightful, or in helping those who need care.

This year’s awardees show us that good design is never just about aesthetics. From nurturing our bonds with nature, to shaping sustainable urban spaces, to reimagining how our children learn, their work is at the heart of an inventive society.

I extend my warmest congratulations to all President*s Design Award (P*DA) 2025 recipients for their captivating and meaningful contributions.