Singapore's long-ruling People's Action Party won another landslide in the general elections, extending its 66-year unbroken rule, with Prime Minister Lawrence Wong receiving a strong mandate to steer the country through economic challenges. The opposition failed to make significant gains despite concerns over government control and rising living costs.
Key Points
PAP won 82 out of 97 Parliamentary seats
PAP's popular vote rose to 65.6%
Opposition Workers Party maintained its 10 seats
Prime Minister Lawrence Wong succeeded Lee Hsien Loong
Growing concerns over global economic volatility
Pros
People's Action Party won a landslide victory
Prime Minister Lawrence Wong received a strong mandate
Stability and continuity in government
Cons
Growing unhappiness among younger voters
Income disparity and unaffordable housing issues
Criticism of tight government control and lack of free speech