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Pritam Singh Re-Elected, Cementing His Position as Workers’ Party Chief

Published July 5, 2026 at 3:43 PM UTC

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On June 28, 2026, Pritam Singh was re-elected unopposed as the Secretary-General of Singapore's Workers' Party (WP), solidifying his leadership of the nation's largest opposition party. This outcome followed a special cadres conference where a faction of party members had previously called for his resignation, citing concerns over his legal challenges. Singh's re-election is seen as a significant moment for the WP, especially after the controversies stemming from former Sengkang GRC MP Raeesah Khan's false statements to Parliament in 2021.

Addressing the media post-re-election, Singh emphasized the party's commitment to rational and responsible representation of Singaporeans. He stated, "The party understands that its purpose is to behave in a rational and responsible way, and represent Singaporeans faithfully. And if we want to continue to do that, I think we have to close ranks as any reasonable and respectable political party ought to do." While most members were re-elected from the previous Central Executive Committee (CEC), four new members joined: former Aljunied GRC MP Faisal Manap, long-time CEC member Tan Kong Soon, and senior counsel Harpreet Singh, who ran as part of the WP’s Punggol GRC team in the May 2025 general election.

Harpreet Singh, in a social media post following the election, highlighted that WP cadres did not act with "blind loyalty" in re-electing Pritam Singh. Instead, they made a careful assessment based on his track record, noting his tireless service, calm under sustained political pressure, and steady leadership that has brought the party to significant milestones in Singapore’s parliamentary history.

The re-election of Pritam Singh is viewed as a pivotal moment for the Workers' Party, providing an opportunity to move past internal disputes and focus on its role in Singapore's political landscape. As the party approaches its 70th anniversary in 2027, the leadership's unity and direction will be crucial in shaping its future trajectory.

For a deeper analysis of the implications of Pritam Singh's re-election for the Workers' Party, you can listen to the following discussion:

[Deep Dive - What Pritam Singh’s re-election means for the Workers’ Party]