GE2025: Workers' Party new faces of higher calibre than its previous cohorts, say analysts

SINGAPORE: The Workers’ Party (WP) introduced 14 new candidates for the upcoming May 3 General Election, showcasing an improvement in candidate quality, according to analysts. Notable figures include senior counsel Harpreet Singh and former diplomat Eileen Chong, with experts suggesting that the WP’s performance in the last election has bolstered its recruitment. Comparisons with the ruling People’s Action Party (PAP) reveal similar candidate profiles, although some analysts view WP’s new faces as less distinguished than those of the PAP.