Malaysia Star, 7 Jan 2012Singapore Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong intends to accept a government committee recommendation that his annual pay be cut by 36% to RM5.3mil.
Commentators said the PM’s immediate future would be tested on two fronts: One – a remaining large cynical public which feels their leaders are still overpaid compared with even the richest countries and, second – strong vibes reportedly coming from within his party.
To what extent will the exercise result in resignations by party aspirants drifting away for better paid private financial rewards is anybody’s guess.
At present, a little of the party mood is turning sour. The mainstream media is staying away from reports of internal PAP rifts. Full story
