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Singapore ministers to receive significant pay rise, first since 2012

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Singaporean ministers are slated for a pay increase, with the entry-level benchmark salary set to rise to S$1.8 million (US$1.4 million) from S$1.1 million. This adjustment, the first since 2012, aims to keep political salaries competitive with market rates. Prime Minister Wong will donate his salary increase to charity, emphasizing his belief in the necessity of these changes for Singapore's interests. AI

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Kolette Lim ·

    Singapore ministers set for pay rise with entry-level pay up to US$1.4 million

    Singapore’s ministers will receive progressive salary increases, Prime Minister Lawrence Wong has announced. The entry-level ministerial salary benchmark will rise to S$1.8 million (US$1.4 million) from S$1.1 million, while the prime minister’s pay benchmark will increase to S$3.…

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