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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Shahana Yasmin

Singapore’s ruling party extends hold with sweeping win in general elections

Singapore’s People’s Action Party (PAP) has secured another decisive victory in Saturday’s general election, winning 87 out of 97 parliamentary seats and 65.6 per cent of the popular vote, according to the Election Department.

The result marks a strong endorsement for prime minister Lawrence Wong in his first electoral test as head of government, a year after he took over leadership of the long-ruling party.

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