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PM Wong Warns Opposition Gains Could Undermine Singapore's Governance

With the GE2025 campaign at its midpoint, PAP emphasizes leadership renewal and stability, while opposition parties advocate for balanced parliamentary representation.

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Overview

  • Prime Minister Lawrence Wong cautioned that significant opposition wins could weaken the PAP's ability to govern effectively, potentially costing key ministers and impacting leadership renewal.
  • Workers' Party leader Pritam Singh countered, asserting that even if all 26 WP candidates are elected, the government would still have sufficient capacity to address challenges.
  • The PAP highlighted its focus on tackling current issues like cost of living and housing while preparing for future challenges, citing initiatives such as the Greater Southern Waterfront development.
  • SDP leader Chee Soon Juan pledged that SDP candidates would serve as full-time MPs, contrasting this with PAP MPs who balance their parliamentary duties with other jobs.
  • Debates over transparency and governance continue, with opposition parties questioning the NTUC-Allianz deal and the role of labour MPs, while PAP defends its approach to worker advocacy and governance.