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Focus: Basic road infrastructure and regulation

Key Developments:

Rapid road construction to support growing population and economy

Establishment of Singapore Traffic Police and vehicle registration system

Early public bus systems operated by several private companies

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Focus: Urban transport planning and vehicle control

Key Developments:

Launch of the Area Licensing Scheme (ALS) in 1975 to control city congestion

Mass Rapid Transit (MRT) planning begins

Road pricing becomes a global first

Consolidation of bus companies to improve efficiency

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Focus: Mass transit development

Key Developments:

Construction and launch of MRT system in 1987 (North-South and East-West Lines)

Continued upgrading of road infrastructure

Establishment of the Land Transport Authority (LTA) in 1989 to centralize transport planning

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Focus: Expanding and integrating the transport network

Key Developments:

MRT network expands further (Boon Lay and Yishun extensions)

Launch of Electronic Road Pricing (ERP) in 1998, replacing ALS

Introduction of integrated transport fare systems (e.g., EZ-Link card planning)

Better bus services and interchanges

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Focus: Technological innovation and accessibility

Key Developments:

Launch of EZ-Link contactless smart card in 2002

Opening of Circle Line

Integration of buses, MRT, and taxis into a seamless public transport system

First steps toward cycling infrastructure and pedestrian-friendly planning

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Focus: Sustainable transport and extensive network growth

Key Developments:

Opening of Downtown Line and Thomson-East Coast Line (phased)

Enhanced focus on Walk-Cycle-Ride vision

Expansion of cycling paths, park connectors, and car-lite initiatives

Development of autonomous vehicle testing zones

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Focus: Smart technology, sustainability, and inclusivity

Key Developments:

Continued MRT expansion (completion of TEL, Jurong Region Line, and Cross Island Line underway)

Push for electrification of vehicle fleet and infrastructure for EVs

Rollout of smart traffic systems and data-driven transport planning

Greater emphasis on barrier-free access and green mobility