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The coming elections are the most exciting that Singapore has had for a very long time. The PAP has often been questioning the ability of the opposition in being ministers and forming a government. Thus, you may ask yourself, will we ever be seeing PAP form a coalition government with another party in the future?  Perhaps they would be dividing the ministerial positions between them, just like in many other countries where coalition governments seem to be getting more prevalent. How possible is it?

The executive branch of government, that is the prime minister and the Cabinet, is formed in the following way, according to article 25 of the Constitution of Singapore: The president will appoint a Member of Parliament as the prime minister. The condition is that in the president’s judgment, this Member of Parliament commands the confidence of the majority of the Members of Parliament. The rest of the Cabinet (the ministers) are then picked from the other Members of Parliament by the president in consultation with the prime minister.

Thus, a coalition government should only be a possibility in Singapore when the PAP does not have a majority in Parliament, such that it has to work together with another party in order for their choice of prime minister to command the confidence of the majority of the Members of Parliament.

In an indication that coalition politics may eventually come to Singapore one, 4 opposition parties came to an agreement to work together ahead of the general election which must be held by November 2025.

In the agreement, the National Solidarity Party, Red Dot United, Singapore People’s Party and Singapore United Party (SUP) promised to avoid three-cornered contests, form a manifesto and explore the possibility of sharing candidates during elections, laying the possible groundwork for a “coalition”.

Yes not imaginable with the sheer amount of squabbles and infighting

This kind of reversed psychology seeding so soon... Lol

https://sg.news.yahoo.com/singapore-oppo...42164.html

SINGAPORE — Four Singapore opposition parties - National Solidarity Party (NSP), Red Dot United (RDU), Singapore People's Party (SPP) and Singapore United Party (SUP) - have come together in a non-formal partnership called "The Coalition".

They announced the move in a media release on Saturday (28 October), saying that it is driven by a shared commitment for the principles of "support, synergy and respect", and to be relevant to Singaporeans in the lead-up to the next General Election (GE) and beyond.

Stronger voter appeal, avoiding three-way fights
The parties said that the formation of The Coalition is underpinned by the following reasons:

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Stronger appeal to voters: By uniting their efforts, The Coalition aims to create a more powerful and cohesive appeal to voters. It believes that their collective strength will significantly enhance their chances of winning constituencies in the upcoming General Election.

Unified voice: The Coalition will more effectively convey their political message and intentions to the electorate, leading to a stronger connection with voters.

Avoiding three-way fights: The Coalition will strategically allocate candidates to constituencies, reducing the risk of three-way electoral battles and increasing the likelihood of securing seats.

Party branding and credibility: Through The Coalition, the parties aim to build more recognisable party brands and identities in specific constituencies. This will lead to greater perceived credibility and trust among voters.

Joint manifesto: The Coalition will craft a comprehensive joint manifesto that outlines their collective vision for Singapore's future. This manifesto will serve as the cornerstone of their campaign, emphasising their commitment to a unified agenda.

Resource management: The Coalition will ensure that opposition parties are not overstretched in terms of resources when campaigning across Singapore.

Contesting in 8 to 10 constituencies
The Coalition said in its media release that it remains a relatively small partnership despite its uniting for four political parties. Collectively, the parties contested in only five constituencies during the 2020 General Election.

It intends to expand its collective presence and contest in eight to 10 constituencies in the next General Election, which must be held by 2025.

All Opposition Parties should join the Coalition!!!
Fight to lead Singapore. 💪 
Unlike WP, KPKB only for minority..chey!

Japonica stye .

(19-05-2024, 10:13 AM)moonrab Wrote: [ -> ]https://www.straitstimes.com/singapore/p...t-dpm-wong

it is impossible.

there are about 31 constituencies for GE.
WP owns 3 (aljunied,hougang,SK)
PAP owns 28.

Percentage of PAP seats = 28/31 = 90%

For coalition to happen, PAP seats must drop to 49% or opposition wins 51%.
51% means opposition must win 16 constituencies.

do you think opposition can win new 13 constiutuencies ?
it is impossible.

best possible hope is for opposition to win 2 new constituencies.

talk cock

FEAR mongering. somehting PAP is so damm FOOking good at

The only credible opposition parties are WP and PSP. The rest of the motley assortment of seow lang are those Harbans Singh type

Cannot imagine a coalition of oppositions. They cannot even stop bickering among themselves within their parties; it will be physical violence like Taiwan parliament if they coalite together.    

(19-05-2024, 10:38 AM)forum456 Wrote: [ -> ]it is impossible.

there are about 31 constituencies for GE.
WP owns 3 (aljunied,hougang,SK)
PAP owns 28.

Percentage of PAP seats = 28/31 = 90%

For coalition to happen, PAP seats must drop to 49% or opposition wins 51%.
51% means opposition must win 16 constituencies.

do you think opposition can win new 13 constiutuencies ?
it is impossible.

best possible hope is for opposition to win 2 new constituencies.

Nothing is impossible when the Opposition is brave, genuine, capable and honest.
Our Opposition never fight in all constituents as a coalition party. To take over the power in Singapore. 
Why? Scare? 
OR don't believe they can topple PAP. 
PAP too good for Singapore? 
OR afraid to govern Singapore facing the world challenge? Scare of failure 😳 

Umno was topple after decades of power? Why is it possible? 
Our Opposition believe PAP is much better than Umno, so cannot be contested? 

You never try but keep on calculating the math. Why must voters believe in our Opposition capabilities? Haiz....

(19-05-2024, 12:50 PM)Scythian Wrote: [ -> ]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3pF4GadEQVY

Your country Aussie Opposition party fight in Election to be voted in as the next Govt?
Or tell voters they cannot be the next Govt but please vote for me anyway...🤣

Please be honest in reply..🤭

(19-05-2024, 12:52 PM)EvertonDiehard Wrote: [ -> ]The ruling party is aware that its self-serving policies have been heaping hardship on S'poreans. That is why it has been offering SG citizenship so readily to foreigners whom the govt is sure will vote for them. After all, this govt has given the new citizens jobs, a pink NRIC, a means of escape from unemployment back in their own countries and does not require them to even serve NS. These new S'poreans are given preferential treatment over true blue locals.  

Yap..
So it is even more important for our Opposition party, to fight and win the Election as the next Singapore Government. 
And kick out all foreigners with the new power in hand.

Make sense right?

(19-05-2024, 10:20 AM)moonrab Wrote: [ -> ]All Opposition Parties should join the Coalition!!!
Fight to lead Singapore. 💪 
Unlike WP, KPKB only for minority..chey!

Stronger Oppositions like SDP, PSP and WP shd form a coalition Party to garner more seats instead of having scattered votes.

Just a fearongering tactic to say that and make people vote for the PAP.

The PAP will win with a massive landslide.

(19-05-2024, 01:05 PM)Gemstar Wrote: [ -> ]Stronger Oppositions like SDP, PSP and WP shd form a coalition Party to garner more seats instead of having scattered votes.

Yes.
That is how a strong alternative political party is form in most countries. 

You don't like PAP, KPKB everyday. 
So create a strong alternative party to kick PAP out for the good of all Singaporean. 
Lead Singapore to become even more successful as all Opposition leaders promising us !!!!

Why they cannot do it?🤔
Kiasu or Kiase?
Haiz...forever cannot understand our Opposition members logic in politics.

(19-05-2024, 01:05 PM)sgbuffett Wrote: [ -> ]Just a fearongering tactic to say that and make people vote for the PAP.

The PAP will win with a massive landslide.

What fear is there to be? For our Opposition leaders to govern Singapore? 
Please explain honestly. 😊

(19-05-2024, 11:04 AM)Huliwang Wrote: [ -> ]Cannot imagine a coalition of oppositions. They cannot even stop bickering among themselves within their parties; it will be physical violence like Taiwan parliament if they coalite together.    

Coalition govt is usually sub par, as there is a saying too many cooks spoil the soup. 
If not govt, if able to see few opp parties together can provide better who gives better ideas
who sleep through motion.

(19-05-2024, 12:46 PM)moonrab Wrote: [ -> ]Nothing is impossible when the Opposition is brave, genuine, capable and honest.
Our Opposition never fight in all constituents as a coalition party. To take over the power in Singapore. 
Why? Scare? 
OR don't believe they can topple PAP. 
PAP too good for Singapore? 
OR afraid to govern Singapore facing the world challenge? Scare of failure 😳 

Umno was topple after decades of power? Why is it possible? 
Our Opposition believe PAP is much better than Umno, so cannot be contested? 

You never try but keep on calculating the math. Why must voters believe in our Opposition capabilities? Haiz....

unless PAP is corrupt like Umno or else opposition can only win 1 or 2 constitiencies per GE.

it is impossible because PAP has many advantages over opposition.
Public media is controlled by PAP.
Grassroot advisors are controlled by PAP.
Ugrading carrots are controlled by PAP.
New PAP ministers are safely parachuted into stable GRC.
PAP candidates are well funded by public donation. For example, President Tharman campaign was funded entirely by public donation.

if you want opposition to win, PAP should remove GRC and all will only contest in SMC.
You will see many new PAP candidates losing in SMC election because most PAP candidates cannot do well in SMC.

(19-05-2024, 12:46 PM)moonrab Wrote: [ -> ]Nothing is impossible when the Opposition is brave, genuine, capable and honest.
Our Opposition never fight in all constituents as a coalition party. To take over the power in Singapore. 
Why? Scare? 
OR don't believe they can topple PAP. 
PAP too good for Singapore? 
OR afraid to govern Singapore facing the world challenge? Scare of failure 😳 

Umno was topple after decades of power? Why is it possible? 
Our Opposition believe PAP is much better than Umno, so cannot be contested? 

You never try but keep on calculating the math. Why must voters believe in our Opposition capabilities? Haiz....

if there is no GRC, gerrymandering has no effect because it is only the candidate's performance in the SMC that counts.

once there is GRC, lousy PAP candidates can ride on the coattail of the existing ministers to get elected.

if PAP has balls, ask PAP to remove GRC.

(19-05-2024, 01:56 PM)forum456 Wrote: [ -> ]unless PAP is corrupt like Umno or else opposition can only win 1 or 2 constitiencies per GE.

it is impossible because PAP has many advantages over opposition.
Public media is controlled by PAP.
Grassroot advisors are controlled by PAP.
Ugrading carrots are controlled by PAP.
New PAP ministers are safely parachuted into stable GRC.
PAP candidates are well funded by public donation. For example, President Tharman campaign was funded entirely by public donation.

if you want opposition to win, PAP should remove GRC and all will only contest in SMC.
You will see many new PAP candidates losing in SMC election because most PAP candidates cannot do well in SMC.

LTK walked out of his safe HG constituent, leading WP GRC to topple the mighty PAP FM George Yeo.
WP won SK GRC in last election. 

Nothing is impossible. 
Politic is not a game.
Whoever governs Singapore must have that iron in him. Or give it up!!!

WP must contest in all constituents! Fight to be the next Govt. No more excuses.

(19-05-2024, 02:03 PM)forum456 Wrote: [ -> ]if there is no GRC, gerrymandering has no effect because it is only the candidate's performance in the SMC that counts.

once there is GRC, lousy PAP candidates can ride on the coattail of the existing ministers to get elected.

if PAP has balls, ask PAP to remove GRC.

WP fight to be the Next Singapore Government!!!
PAP fight to retain power!!!
That is democracy, the best party wins!

Let there be 2 powers in Singapore for alternative choices of government. 
No more kpkb, excuses. 
Fight!

(19-05-2024, 02:05 PM)moonrab Wrote: [ -> ]LTK walked out of his safe HG constituent, leading WP GRC to topple the mighty PAP FM George Yeo.
WP won SK GRC in last election. 

Nothing is impossible. 
Politic is not a game.
Whoever governs Singapore must have that iron in him. Or give it up!!!

WP must contest in all constituents! Fight to be the next Govt. No more excuses.

already said many times, opposition can only win 1 or 2 new constituencies per GE.
it is happening as forecast by me.
need to wait for 10 years before opposition can gain another 10 new constituencies.

(19-05-2024, 02:08 PM)moonrab Wrote: [ -> ]WP fight to be the Next Singapore Government!!!
PAP fight to retain power!!!
That is democracy, the best party wins!

Let there be 2 powers in Singapore for alternative choices of government. 
No more kpkb, excuses. 
Fight!

how to win fight if WP funding is a small percentage of PAP ?
no money, no talk

(19-05-2024, 02:05 PM)moonrab Wrote: [ -> ]LTK walked out of his safe HG constituent, leading WP GRC to topple the mighty PAP FM George Yeo.
WP won SK GRC in last election. 

Nothing is impossible. 
Politic is not a game.
Whoever governs Singapore must have that iron in him. Or give it up!!!

WP must contest in all constituents! Fight to be the next Govt. No more excuses.

I supported yr sentiments. Add-on with PSP and SDP wil works better to implement sensible policies in parliament.

the opposition is too poor to fight PAP.

even WP needs public donation to fight court cases.

if 1 or 2 billionaires can step forward to sponsor opposition, then Singapore and our children will have HOPE.