https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/singapore-pm-salary-set-to-rise-to-2-85m-under-political-pay-overhaulContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/singapore-pm-salary-set-to-rise-to-2-85m-under-political-pay-overhaulhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/singapore-pm-salary-set-to-rise-to-2-85m-under-political-pay-overhaul#u65133Fri, 11 Sep 2026 13:28:20 +0000Singapore is overhauling its political pay structure, raising the prime minister salary to $2.85 million. The world highest-paid leader will receive a $1 million increase, representing a 64 percent pay bump. This adjustment coincides with major pay raises for other ministers and government officials, bringing their compensation under renewed parliamentary scrutiny.Why it mattersSingapore ministers rank among the highest-paid government officials globally, a policy designed to attract top talent and deter corruption. The upcoming pay adjustment marks the first raise for these positions in 15 ye