Pritam Singh removed as Singapore’s Opposition Leader
Singapore’s Opposition Leader Pritam Singh has been removed from his official title following a parliamentary vote, though he remains an MP and head of the Workers’ Party (WP). The vote took place on Wednesday in the PAP-dominated parliament after Singh was convicted of lying under oath to a parliamentary committee, a charge he continues to deny. The decision strips Singh of privileges tied to the role, including additional allowances and the right of first reply during debates. Prime Minister Lawrence Wong stated that, given the conviction and parliamentary vote, it was “no longer tenable” for Singh to continue as Leader of the Opposition, and invited the WP to nominate another MP for the position. During the three-hour debate, Singh defended himself, insisting his “conscience remains clear” and rejecting claims that his conduct was “dishonourable and unbecoming.” All 11 present WP […]
