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Singapore GE2025 Mid-Campaign Focuses on Policy Debates and Foreign Interference

Parties address cost-of-living concerns, identity politics, and foreign attempts to influence election outcomes.

A general view of the Parliament House in Singapore June 2, 2016. REUTERS/Edgar Su/File Photo
Figurines with computers and smartphones are seen in front of Facebook logo in this illustration taken, February 19, 2024. REUTERS/Dado Ruvic/Illustration/File Photo
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Overview

  • Prime Minister Lawrence Wong emphasized the importance of addressing minority concerns without fueling divisive identity politics, warning against threats to social cohesion.
  • The Workers' Party clarified it made no promises to individuals, including religious teacher Noor Deros, and reaffirmed its commitment to keeping religion separate from politics.
  • The Infocomm Media Development Authority blocked social media posts by foreigners attempting to influence voter decisions along religious lines, highlighting new election advertising rules.
  • Opposition parties, including SDP and PSP, unanimously rejected foreign interference, affirming that Singaporeans alone should determine their leadership.
  • Bread-and-butter issues like inflation, housing, and job security remain central to campaign debates, with PAP and opposition parties proposing contrasting solutions.