Prabowo Congratulates Singapore’s Prime Minister Lawrence Wong on Electoral Victory
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JAKARTA, investortrust.id — President of Indonesia Prabowo Subianto has personally congratulated Singapore’s newly appointed Prime Minister Lawrence Wong following his party’s landslide victory in the country’s recent general election, reaffirming Indonesia’s commitment to strengthening ties with its closest regional neighbor.
Speaking by phone on Monday, May 5, 2025, Prabowo expressed his admiration for the outcome of Singapore’s parliamentary election, which saw the ruling People’s Action Party, or PAP, secure a dominant majority under Wong’s leadership. The party won 87 out of 97 seats in the unicameral legislature, capturing 65.57% of the vote from over 2.4 million ballots cast. With this result, PAP extends its unbroken rule since Singapore’s independence in 1965.
“I extend my warmest congratulations to His Excellency Lawrence Wong on the victory of the People’s Action Party in Singapore,” Prabowo said.
Prabowo noted that the overwhelming support for PAP reflected the people’s confidence in Wong’s leadership and his promise of continued governance stability.
“This convincing victory is a testament to the trust, stability, and belief of the Singaporean people in the strong leadership of His Excellency Wong and the PAP,” he stated.
The Indonesian president expressed optimism that the new administration would sustain Singapore’s track record of political and economic success.
“I believe this new government will continue its achievements in steering Singapore forward,” he added.
Prabowo also reiterated Indonesia’s dedication to deepening bilateral cooperation with Singapore, highlighting the strategic importance of their relationship within Southeast Asia.
“I look forward to continuing and strengthening our partnership with Singapore under the leadership of His Excellency Wong,” Prabowo affirmed.