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Netizens challenge PAP’s SAF-to-politics pipeline, citing concerns - Bigiron - 26-03-2025
Netizens challenge PAP’s SAF-to-politics pipeline, citing concerns over leadership style and grassroots gap
Singapore’s practice of recruiting former military officers into politics faces renewed scrutiny following Chief of Army Major-General David Neo’s resignation ahead of GE2025. While analysts and former minister George Yeo defend the PAP’s tradition, netizens argue military-style leadership may not align with civilian governance, lacking grassroots understanding and real-time experience.
https://www.theonlinecitizen.com/2025/03/26/netizens-challenge-paps-saf-to-politics-pipeline-citing-concerns-over-leadership-style-and-grassroots-gap/