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Singapore Parliament Dissolved, Setting Stage for General Election

President Tharman Shanmugaratnam dissolved parliament on April 15, with Nomination Day scheduled for April 23 in Prime Minister Lawrence Wong's first electoral contest.

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Singaporeans vote on May 3 in an election that will test Prime Minister Lawrence Wong's leadership
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Overview

  • Singapore's parliament was dissolved on April 15, officially initiating the process for the 14th General Election, with Nomination Day set for April 23.
  • This election marks the first under Prime Minister Lawrence Wong, who succeeded Lee Hsien Loong as PAP leader and aims to secure his own mandate.
  • All 97 parliamentary seats across 33 constituencies will be contested, with the ruling People's Action Party (PAP) facing challenges from multiple opposition parties.
  • Key voter concerns include the cost of living, job security, and economic stability, as Singapore faces global trade disruptions and economic uncertainty.
  • Recent changes to electoral boundaries, outlined by the Electoral Boundaries Review Committee, could influence the dynamics of the upcoming contest.