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.