Fox Business · 9 Sep, 11:52 · Business briefing

Singapore PM salary set to rise to $2.85M under political pay overhaul

Singapore’s Prime Minister’s annual remuneration is scheduled to increase to $2.85 million following a comprehensive review of political compensation.

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Singapore’s Prime Minister’s annual remuneration is scheduled to increase to $2.85 million following a comprehensive review of political compensation. This adjustment reflects a broader overhaul aimed at aligning executive pay with market standards and attracting top-tier talent to public service. The decision underscores the nation’s commitment to maintaining competitive remuneration packages for senior leadership roles within the government sector, ensuring that policy-making positions remain attractive to highly qualified candidates in a globalised economy.

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