Prime Minister Lawrence Wong discussed the reasoning behind a proposed salary increase. He emphasized that the goal is to maintain the quality of political leadership. An independent review committee's recommendations led to the proposed adjustment. This change would be the first since 2011.
The proposed increase is up to 9 per cent, starting from a specific date. Details about the discussion and the review committee's findings are available.
Further information on the debate and the prime minister's responses to questions can be found through additional sources.
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