Singapore's PAP has begun search for new candidates; PM Wong hopes to deploy them earlier ahead of next general election


Prime Minister Lawrence Wong speaking at an appreciation dinner for 20 retired MPs at Parliament House on July 4, 2025. - Photo: ST

SINGAPORE: The ruling People’s Action Party has begun searching for potential candidates ahead of the next general election, so that they can start walking the ground earlier.

Prime Minister Lawrence Wong said on Friday (July 4) that the party has learnt over the years that it cannot “just rely on a few tea sessions or interviews” to recruit and bring in candidates.

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