I am following the debate on euthanasia in Singapore with keen interest. Health Minister Khaw Boon Wan has recently touched on this sensitive topic and it could mean that the Singapore government may consider amending the Advance Medical Directive or living will. (This is an age-old debate: I remember writing an essay on Euthanasia during my JC1 General Paper class almost 20 years ago!)
It is very heartening to know that just last week, the Catholic Church in Singapore had openly condemned euthanasia, citing the violation of medical ethics from such practices (see Straits Times article). The National Council of Churches later issued a public statement through TODAY (see article). It cautions against "euthanasia mentality", where euthanasia may be perceived as a solution to pain and suffering.
God is in control of every one of our lives and we are called to be stewards of our own lives and others under our charge. Call it "peace dying" or "personal freedom of choice", but it clearly runs contrary to what God has intended us to live out our fruitful and meaningful lives. I pray that the day will not come when Singapore goes down the slippery road of euthanasia.
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