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Promotions and opportunities for political newcomers are expected to be high on Prime Minister Lawrence Wong's agenda as he forms the next Government. This comes after the People's Action Party (PAP) secured 65.57 per cent of the national vote following thSingapore's first female DPM? Analysts expect PM Wong to make bold moves in new Cabinet
Promotions and opportunities for political newcomers are expected to be high on Prime Minister Lawrence Wong's agenda as he forms the next Government. This comes after the People's Action Party (PAP) secured 65.57 per cent of the national vote following the May 3 General Election. Several political analysts told AsiaOne that major changes are on the cards, pointing to the big mandate that PM Wong secured in his first election as PAP leader. «Given the overwhelming support he has received from voters, he managed to retain most of his cadre members,» said independent political observer Felix Tan. «He now has the strong mandate to make tough decisions within his party and also will be able to put those that he deems fit into these positions.» Read more