Singapore's PAP Wins Landslide Victory, Securing 87 Seats

Singapore’s long-ruling People’s Action Party (PAP), led by Prime Minister Lawrence Wong, secured a decisive victory in the general election, winning 87 out of 97 parliamentary seats. This marks a strong endorsement for Wong, who became prime minister a year ago after Lee Hsien Loong stepped down, ending a family dynasty that began with Singapore’s founding leader. The PAP’s share of the popular vote rose to 65.6%, reversing a previous decline, and supporters celebrated the win as a sign of continued trust in the party’s record of stability and prosperity. The opposition Workers’ Party retained its 10 seats, but failed to make further inroads despite campaigning on issues like the high cost of living and housing. Wong pledged to honor the strong mandate by working harder for all Singaporeans, as the government faces economic headwinds linked to global uncertainties and U.S. tariffs. The election reaffirms the PAP's dominance in Singaporean politics since independence in 1965.