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Singapore’s PAP Secures Landslide Victory in 2025 General Election

Prime Minister Lawrence Wong earns a strong mandate with 87 seats and increased vote share, solidifying trust amid economic challenges.

People's Action Party supporters hold signs in support of Singapore's Prime Minister Lawrence Wong, as they gather at an assembly area to wait for results of the general election in Singapore, May 3, 2025. REUTERS/Edgar Su
Singapore's Prime Minister Lawrence Wong arrives at an assembly area for People's Action Party supporters, on the day of the general election in Singapore, May 3, 2025. REUTERS/Edgar Su
Singapore's Prime Minister Lawrence Wong addresses People's Action Party (PAP) supporters, at an assembly area for the results of the general election, in Singapore, May 4, 2025. REUTERS/Edgar Su
Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong of the People's Action Party (PAP) celebrates at the party's gathering centre during the general election results, in Singapore on May 3, 2025. Singapore's ruling party headed for a crushing victory at general elections on May 3, sample counts showed, with voters giving Prime Minister Lawrence Wong the clear mandate he was seeking.

Overview

  • The People’s Action Party (PAP) won 87 of 97 parliamentary seats, maintaining its dominance in Singapore’s political landscape.
  • The PAP increased its national vote share to 65.57%, up from 61.24% in the 2020 election, marking a significant endorsement of its leadership.
  • Prime Minister Lawrence Wong successfully navigated his first electoral test, leveraging voter concerns over economic uncertainty caused by US tariffs.
  • The opposition Workers’ Party retained its 10 elected seats and secured two Non-Constituency Member of Parliament (NCMP) positions, reaffirming its role as the principal opposition.
  • This election underscores Singaporeans’ preference for stability and economic security during a time of global trade and financial turbulence.