Singapore's next leader Wong to face crucial test in election

First prime minister in 20 years must 'buttress trust' of voters, experts say

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Singapore Deputy Prime Minister Lawrence Wong of the PAP. Scoring a decisive victory in the next election is going to be crucial for the nation's incoming prime minister. (Photo by Mayumi Tsumita)

DYLAN LOH and TSUBASA SURUGA, Nikkei staff writers

SINGAPORE -- Singapore's ruling People's Action Party (PAP) is set to fight the next general election due by 2025 with a new leader, Lawrence Wong, as incumbent Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong prepares to step down after 20 years in office.

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