Singapore's Political Shake-Up: Opposition Leader Stripped of Title

Prime Minister Lawrence Wong removed Pritam Singh from his position as Leader of the Opposition in Singapore, following his conviction for lying to parliament. This unprecedented decision aims to uphold the rule of law and parliamentary integrity. Singh remains a lawmaker, and the Workers' Party will respond after deliberation.

Singapore witnessed a historic political development as Prime Minister Lawrence Wong removed Pritam Singh from his role as Leader of the Opposition on Thursday. This decision was made after Singh's conviction for lying to parliament, rendering his position 'untenable' according to Wong.

This action, the first of its kind in the city-state, followed a parliamentary vote declaring Singh unfit for leadership due to his 'dishonourable and unbecoming' conduct. Wong emphasized the necessity of this move to maintain the rule of law and uphold parliament's dignity and integrity.

Despite losing his leadership title, Singh will remain a lawmaker. The Workers' Party announced they will carefully review Wong's statement and formulate their response through internal processes. The position of Leader of the Opposition, though significant, is not constitutionally mandated or governed by parliament's standing orders.