Singapore electionSingapore PM Wong's 'conservatism' delivers landslide, jolts rivals
Analysts say ruling party's focus on track record, weak opposition drove swing
Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong smiles as he arrives for a speech at the Yio Chu Kang Stadium on May 4, after the country's general election held the day before. (Photo by Suzu Takahashi)
TSUBASA SURUGA and DYLAN LOH
SINGAPORE -- The landslide win by Singapore's ruling party in Saturday's general election reflected voters' preference for stability and continuity, analysts said, giving Prime Minister Lawrence Wong a strong mandate to lead the country through growing global uncertainty.