Singapore election marks change of guard for PAP and rivals alike

Political veterans bow out as parties of all stripes amplify new voices

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Workers hang a People's Action Party election poster in Singapore on June 30. The ruling party is pushing its "fourth generation" politicians as all sides attempt to woo younger voters. © Getty Images

DYLAN LOH, Nikkei staff writer

SINGAPORE -- A generational sea change is underway in Singaporean politics, as the ruling People's Action Party and its opponents promote fresh blood ahead of the July 10 election.

Several notable names were absent from the list of candidates nominated on Tuesday.

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