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Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong to get a S$1.4 million pay bump, but it’s all going to charity
Summary by The Singapore Editorial Desk Anna Maria Romero , as published by The Independent Singapore
· September 9, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points The increase is substantial, with some ministers seeing a rise of up to 9%. This adjustment is the first in 15 years.
A significant salary adjustment is coming for ministers. This change is a response to a review committee's findings. The increase is substantial, with some ministers seeing a rise of up to 9%.
This adjustment is the first in 15 years. One minister will see a notable increase of S$1.4 million, bringing their total salary to S$3.6 million.
The minister has announced plans to donate the entire increase to charity, spread over several years. Further details about the salary adjustments and the charity plans are available from the original announcement.
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Category: Local Published: September 9, 2026 Source: The Independent Singapore Reading time: 1 min
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