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‘Like a common language’: Batik’s role in Singapore’s diplomacy

Prime Minister Lawrence Wong and his Malaysian counterpart Anwar Ibrahim, along with the delegations from Singapore and Malaysia, were dressed in batik at the 12th Singapore-Malaysia Leaders’ Retreat on Dec 4.
Prime Minister Lawrence Wong and his Malaysian counterpart Anwar Ibrahim, along with the delegations from Singapore and Malaysia, were dressed in batik at the 12th Singapore-Malaysia Leaders’ Retreat on Dec 4.

Pritam’s court case has implications for Sylvia Lim, Faisal Manap; will be discussed in Parliament: Indranee

Sylvia Lim (left) and Faisal Manap are the chair and vice-chair of the Workers' Party respectively.
Sylvia Lim (left) and Faisal Manap are the chair and vice-chair of the Workers' Party respectively.

Most Valuable Party approved as new political party in Singapore

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Mr Chia Yun Kai, leader of Most Valuable Party, next to Block 73 Bedok South Avenue 3 on April 19, 2025. 

(ST PHOTO: LIM YAOHUI)
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Mr Chia Yun Kai, leader of Most Valuable Party, next to Block 73 Bedok South Avenue 3 on April 19, 2025. 

(ST PHOTO: LIM YAOHUI)

Parliament to discuss response to Pritam Singh’s conviction; facts of case ‘disturbing’: Indranee

Leader of the House Indranee Rajah said that Workers’ Party chief Pritam Singh’s convictions are a solemn reminder to all MPs that they have a sacred duty to uphold the rule of law.
Leader of the House Indranee Rajah said that Workers’ Party chief Pritam Singh’s convictions are a solemn reminder to all MPs that they have a sacred duty to uphold the rule of law.

Pritam Singh, Mediacorp apologise after comments on CNA show which AGC said are in contempt of court

The episode aired on Nov 5, a day after Mr Pritam Singh’s appeal against his conviction was heard, with the court reserving its judgment.
The episode aired on Nov 5, a day after Mr Pritam Singh’s appeal against his conviction was heard, with the court reserving its judgment.

New book sheds light on Singapore’s secret negotiations for independence

Senior Minister Lee Hsien Loong and Minister for Digital Development and Information Josephine Teo viewing an exhibit at the launch of the Albatross File book and exhibition at the National Library in Victoria Street on Dec 7.
Senior Minister Lee Hsien Loong and Minister for Digital Development and Information Josephine Teo viewing an exhibit at the launch of the Albatross File book and exhibition at the National Library in Victoria Street on Dec 7.

askST: Why do political parties get deregistered?

Under current laws, political parties in Singapore are categorised as politically significant persons, and are required to report donations.
Under current laws, political parties in Singapore are categorised as politically significant persons, and are required to report donations.

Singapore deregisters 14 inactive political parties, including Barisan Sosialis

The 14 political parties listed in the Gazette notice include Barisan Sosialis, once Singapore’s largest opposition party.
The 14 political parties listed in the Gazette notice include Barisan Sosialis, once Singapore’s largest opposition party.

Pritam disappointed by appeal loss, but ‘accepts judgment fully without reservation’

Leader of the Opposition and Workers' Party chief Pritam Singh said he takes responsibility for taking too long to respond to Raeesah Khan’s lie in Parliament.
Leader of the Opposition and Workers' Party chief Pritam Singh said he takes responsibility for taking too long to respond to Raeesah Khan’s lie in Parliament.

New laws, tudung policy shift cited in S’pore’s update under UN treaty against racial discrimination

In a report to the UN, Singapore said it is fully committed to working towards a society free from racial discrimination.
In a report to the UN, Singapore said it is fully committed to working towards a society free from racial discrimination.

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