Singapore General Election 2020 Results

 

The Singapore General Election (GE) of 2020 took place on July 10, 2020. It was held in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, which led to changes in the campaign process, such as restrictions on physical rallies and more virtual events. The ruling People’s Action Party (PAP), led by Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong, won decisively, securing 83 out of 93 seats in Parliament, though they saw a drop in their share of the popular vote to 61.24% compared to the previous GE in 2015.

The opposition parties performed better than in previous elections, with the Workers' Party (WP) securing 10 seats, including a significant victory in the traditionally pro-government stronghold of Aljunied GRC (Group Representation Constituency). This was the first time in Singapore's history that an opposition party held more than one GRC. The election saw the entry of new political parties, and there was a shift in voter sentiment, especially among younger and more urban voters, who were increasingly looking for greater political diversity and checks on PAP's dominance.

Overall, the election reinforced the PAP’s control over the government, but it also highlighted a growing demand for more political pluralism and accountability in Singapore’s political landscape.

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