Singapore's parliament was sworn in last weekend, but if Singaporeans were hoping for more vigorous debate, they may be disappointed.
The Workers Party, which won all six opposition seats, has said it plans to be a "rational and responsible" opposition. Some see that as code for not confronting the ruling PAP on vital issues. The WP has six seats in the 87-seat House. WP says one of its crucial roles in enabling "nation-building."
Presenter: Sen Lam
Speaker: Yaw Shin Leong, member for Hougang, for the opposition Workers Party
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