Conducting Marine Biodiversity and Hydrodynamic Studies to Assess Impacts on Reefs and Marine Connectivity, and Engaging Stakeholders Early for Proposed Western Island Reclamation

Miss Rachel Ong asked the Minister for National Development in respect of the proposed western island (a) what marine biodiversity and hydrodynamic baseline studies will precede selection of reclamation boundaries; (b) whether an Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) will assess cumulative impacts on reefs and marine connectivity; and (c) whether marine scientists, nature groups and affected sea users will be consulted early when scoping studies and evaluating alternatives.

Mr Chee Hong Tat: This question was addressed in the Ministry of National Development’s reply to the questions asked by Dr Charlene Chen, Ms He Ting Ru, Mr Low Wu Yang Andre, and Mr Sharael Taha on 8 September 2026. [Please refer to "Assessing and Mitigating Environmental, Heritage and Community Impacts of Reclamation for New Western Island and Southern Islands Projects", Official Report, 8 September 2026, Vol 96, Issue 35, Written Answers to Questions for Oral Answer not Answered by End of Question Time section.]