Entry-level Singapore ministers will now earn about S$1.8 million (US$1.4 million) — that's roughly 60% higher than before?

Entry-level Singapore ministers will now earn about S$1.8 million (US$1.4 million) — that's roughly 60% higher than before.

The prime minister's pay benchmark jumps to S$3.6 million, but Lawrence Wong says he'll donate his entire raise to charity?

The prime minister's pay benchmark jumps to S$3.6 million, but Lawrence Wong says he'll donate his entire raise to charity.

This is the first ministerial pay hike in over a decade, based on a review by an independent committee.

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South China Morning Post Tech September 08, 2026

⚡Your tax dollars are funding bigger salaries for Singapore's leaders — but the PM is giving his share away.

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Key Points

Entry-level Singapore ministers will now earn about S$1.8 million (US$1.4 million) — that's roughly 60% higher than before.
The prime minister's pay benchmark jumps to S$3.6 million, but Lawrence Wong says he'll donate his entire raise to charity.
This is the first ministerial pay hike in over a decade, based on a review by an independent committee.

This pay raise affects how your tax money is spent and whether you trust the people who run the country.