Singapore PM Lawrence Wong cements power as ruling party chief

Former leader Lee Hsien Loong makes way for successor at PAP helm as election nears

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Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong will lead the ruling People's Action Party into a general election in 2025, where he is set to face a stiff challenge to form the city-state's next government. © Screengrab from YouTube

DYLAN LOH, Nikkei staff writer

SINGAPORE -- Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong on Sunday tightened his grip on the reins of political power in the city-state, as his ruling People's Action Party signaled his rise to its top leadership position with a general election due in the coming year.

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