Singapore Ruling Party Retains Power With Weak Showing

The video discusses a significant election in Singapore where the PMP faced its worst performance since independence, losing seats to a young opposition team. The opposition doubled its seats, signaling a desire for change among Singaporeans. The Deputy Prime Minister's poor performance raised concerns about leadership transition. The opposition aims to promote diverse discussions in Parliament, focusing on policies for lower-income citizens and immigration. The government is expected to adjust policies to align with younger generations' aspirations.

What was the surprising outcome of the recent election in Singapore?

• The PMP won a landslide victory.

• The opposition doubled its seats in Parliament.

• The election was postponed due to a crisis.

• The PMP gained more seats than expected.

Which constituency did the PMP lose that was considered a significant blow?

• An overseas constituency

• A group constituency

• A newly formed constituency

• A rural constituency

What concern arose from the Deputy Prime Minister's performance in the election?

• He won with a record-breaking majority.

• He lost his seat entirely.

• He performed below the party's national average.

• He was not a candidate in this election.

What is one of the hopes for having more opposition members in Parliament?

• To eliminate foreign worker policies

• To reduce the number of debates

• To promote diverse discussions on important issues

• To increase the power of the PMP

What policy area is expected to be pressured for change due to the opposition's campaign?

• Environmental policies

• Foreign worker policy and immigration

• Military spending

• Education reform