A landslide victory for the PAP.
That appears to be the general consensus among political analysts, as the People’s Action Party (PAP) secured 65.57% of valid votes in GE2025, a significant increase from 61.24% in GE2020.
The Workers’ Party (WP) successfully retained all 10 of its seats, winning Aljunied GRC (59.68%), Sengkang GRC (56.31%) and Hougang SMC (62.17%). However, they were unable to make further inroads, despite narrow losses in Jalan Kayu SMC (PAP: 51.47%, WP: 48.53%) and Tampines GRC (PAP: 52.02%, WP: 47.3%).
If you didn’t stay up for the GE2025 full results, here are five key highlights from GE2025 you should know.
#1 A Status Quo Election
The GE2025 final results were largely status quo in terms of seats won. The WP retained all 10 of its seats, while the PAP secured the remaining 87.
It’s worth noting that the total number of parliamentary seats increased from 93 in 2020 to 97 in 2025. This means the PAP effectively gained 4 additional seats, bringing its total to 87 in the new parliament.
#2 A Strong Mandate For 4G Prime Minister Lawrence Wong
GE2025 was a crucial test for Prime Minister Lawrence Wong, marking his first general election as the country’s leader. Leading Singapore through uncertain times is no easy task, and it would have been even more difficult if key 4G leaders had failed to secure their seats.
Thankfully for the PAP, that didn’t happen.
The party not only secured a commanding 65.57% of valid votes, but also achieved landslide victories in several constituencies—winning at least 75% of the vote in 10 GRCs and SMCs. This outcome gives PM Lawrence Wong the strong mandate he sought to lead Singapore into the next chapter.
#3 WP Cemented Itself As Singapore’s Key Opposition Party
Not too long ago, Singapore’s political landscape featured a more even contest among several opposition parties. But GE2025 has made one thing abundantly clear: WP has firmly established itself as the country’s dominant opposition force.
The WP won three out of the eight constituencies it contested — Aljunied, Sengkang, and Hougang — and performed strongly in the remaining five, securing at least 41% of votes in each:
Jalan Kayu SMC – 48.53%; Tampines GRC – 47.3%; Punggol GRC – 44.83%; Tampines Changkat SMC – 43.83%; East Coast GRC – 41.24%
This level of consistency sets the WP apart from the rest of the opposition.
No other party came close to matching this showing. The only non-WP candidate to exceed 40% of the vote was Dr Chee Soon Juan of the SDP, who garnered 46.81% in Sembawang West. Even the Progress Singapore Party (PSP), which nearly won West Coast GRC in GE2020 with 48.32%, saw its support slip below 40% in the newly formed West Coast–Jurong West GRC.
While other parties continue to struggle with vote share and momentum, WP’s steady performance suggests a maturing base of support that signals a shift towards a more defined two-party dynamic in Singapore politics. Also, it’s clear that voters can and will differentiate between a strong opposition party like WP, and other weaker parties.
#4 Two NCMP Appointments Will Be Offered To WP
The Non-Constituency Member of Parliament (NCMP) scheme guarantees that there will be at least 12 opposition members in Parliament, even if that number is not met through elected seats alone.
In GE2025, the WP secured 10 elected seats. To meet the minimum threshold, two additional opposition members will be appointed as NCMPs.
Under the scheme, losing opposition candidates with the highest vote shares—provided they receive at least 15% of the vote—are offered NCMP positions. For GE2025, the first of these is WP’s Andre Low, who contested in Jalan Kayu SMC and garnered 48.53% of the vote. The second NCMP seat will be offered to the WP team in Tampines GRC, which achieved 47.3%. The team will internally decide which member, if any, will take up the seat.
It’s worth noting that candidates are not obliged to accept an NCMP position. A notable example occurred in GE2015, when WP’s Lee Li Lian declined the role, which fellow party member Daniel Goh subsequently filled.
#5 Independent Candidates Performed Better Than Candidates From Weaker Opposition Party
Historically, independent candidates have fared poorly in Singapore’s general elections, often performing worse than even the weaker opposition parties. In GE2020, for example, the only independent candidate secured just 2.78% of the vote and lost his deposit.
But GE2025 tells a different story.
Two independent candidates, Jeremy Tan (Mountbatten SMC) and Darryl Lo (Radin Mas SMC), performed notably well.
Jeremy Tan won 36.16% of votes in Mountbatten SMC, making him one of the best-performing non-WP candidates in GE2025. Only two SDP candidates and two PSP teams did better.
Darryl Lo, who ran in a three-corner fight in Radin Mas SMC, secured 23.47% of votes, outperforming the PAR candidate, who managed just 7.36% and lost his election deposit.
In total, seven candidates or teams lost their election deposits in GE2025:
- NSP: Lost deposits in both GRCS that they contested.
- PPP: Lost deposits in both GRCs they contested.
- PAR: Lost deposits in one SMC and one GRC.
- SUP: Lost deposit in one GRC.
The election deposit is $13,500 per candidate, meaning a 5-member GRC team would cost a party $67,500, a significant amount for those who perform poorly.
Are We Moving Towards A Two-Party System In Singapore?
GE2025 final results saw the PAP gain more votes and seats than GE2020. While the WP won no new elected seats, their performance remains strong. WP secured at least 41% of the vote in every constituency they contested. They were also quite close to winning a GRC and SMC.
In contrast, no other opposition party came close to matching this, with only Dr Chee Soon Juan (SDP) crossing the 40% threshold in his SMC.
Additionally, WP will have the chance to appoint two more NCMPs, boosting their parliamentary presence and allowing them to introduce new faces to parliament. This ensures the party maintains a strong voice in national debate, despite no new wins.
These results suggest that Singapore may be evolving towards a two-party system, with the WP emerging as the dominant opposition force, mirroring political landscapes in countries like the UK and US.
Read Also: GE2025: Live Sample Count & The Official Results. How Accurate Will The Sample Votes Be
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