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PAP Unveils Coast-Jurong West GRC Team for GE2025, Led by Desmond Lee

The refreshed slate includes seasoned MPs and two new candidates, focusing on community advocacy and policy innovation.

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Overview

  • Minister for National Development Desmond Lee has been announced as the anchor for the PAP team in the newly formed West Coast-Jurong West GRC, following recent electoral boundary changes.
  • The PAP slate features a mix of experienced MPs and newcomers, including orthopaedic surgeon Hamid Razak and lawyer Cassandra Lee, both advocating for community-focused initiatives.
  • Hamid Razak aims to address the needs of 'no-buffer households' and improve healthcare access for vulnerable groups, including migrant workers and seniors.
  • Cassandra Lee plans to champion support for young families, emphasizing better work-life balance, eldercare, and youth engagement.
  • The constituency, now expanded to include parts of Jurong GRC, will see 158,581 voters, and the PAP team is preparing for a competitive race against the Progress Singapore Party.