'Whatever decision that is made must be one that is in the the best interests of Singapore, our democracy and the public health of Singaporeans.” COVID19
SINGAPORE — The Workers’ Party has called on the government to “take caution and exercise judiciousness” in calling for a general election amid the coronavirus pandemic.
It added that the current situation facing the country is different, given the COVID-19 outbreak and its impact on the economy. “The Workers’ Party does not want to partake in speculation....Whatever decision that is made must be one that is in the the best interests of Singapore, our democracy and the public health of Singaporeans.”
Together with the release of the EBRC report, Lee’s remarks have prompted much speculation that the GE will be held in the coming months. Opposition parties such as the Singapore Democratic Party have decried this possibility, calling it an “irresponsible act” by the ruling People’s Action Party. Dr Tan suggested three options for holding the election. First, the GE can be held at any time when the COVID-19 crisis is over. Second, the GE can take place at the end of the current government's term in April 2021. Finally, if the COVID-19 situation is not resolved by the end of the term, the President can appoint a caretaker government and the GE can be held after the pandemic is over.
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