Singapore's PM Wong hopes to field more women candidates in next General Election


Prime Minister Lawrence Wong urged the public to support the women political candidates when they are fielded. - Photo: ST

SINGAPORE: There are plans to have more women candidates in the upcoming general election, said Prime Minister Lawrence Wong, noting his hope to increase the representation of women in Parliament.

“To me, having that diversity in the team is very useful,” said PM Wong, urging the public to support the women political candidates when they are fielded.

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