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Singapore opposition leader, found guilty of lying to parliament, could face electoral ban

Pritam Singh’s conviction is a blow to the city state’s struggling political opposition, which is seeking to challenge the entrenched ruling party in upcoming electionsSingapore’s opposition leader has been convicted of lying to parliament while helping a fellow party member to cover up a false witness account, in a case that could disqualify him from running in upcoming national elections.Pritam Singh, 48, secretary-general of the Workers’ Party, was found guilty on Monday on two counts of lying to a parliamentary committee that was investigating a fellow MP. Continue reading...



Pritam Singh, the leader of Singapore's Workers' Party, was convicted of perjury and aiding in a false statement. His conviction stems from his role in covering up a false witness account by fellow MP Raeesah Khan. Singh faces potential disqualification from running in the upcoming national elections, which could significantly impact the opposition's challenge to the ruling People’s Action Party (PAP). His sentencing is pending, and the outcome will determine his eligibility to stand in the elections.

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