The world’s best-paid politician is getting a $1 million pay rise
Singapore's government has announced its first salary increase for ministers in 15 years. The prime minister is receiving a raise of $1 million as part of this broader pay boost. The government says the higher salaries are necessary to attract talented people into political roles. Singapore's ministers already rank among the world's highest-paid government officials.
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2 developments- Sep 8Singapore ministers, among world’s highest paid government officials, get first raise in 15 years
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