Singapore to hold general election on May 3 as ruling PAP expected to retain power

Singapore, April 16: Singapore will head to the polls on May 3, in what will be the first electoral test for its new prime minister Lawrence Wong.
The election campaign, which lasts just nine days, is expected to be dominated by the rising cost of living, housing needs, jobs, and a growing demand for healthcare amid an ageing population. Voters are widely expected to return the ruling People's Action Party (PAP) to power. The PAP has won every election since Singapore was granted self rule by the British in 1959.
The country's last election in 2020 saw the opposition Workers' Party secure 10 seats - the biggest victory for the opposition since Singapore gained independence in 1965.
This time, 97 seats are up for grabs. (Agencies)
Source: Qatar Tribune