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World's highest-paid leader in Singapore to get massive pay raise
Singapore’s Prime Minister is already the highest-paid leader in the world, and now he is set for a $1 million salary boost.
A portrait of the Singaporean Prime Minister.
By John Doe
Reporting from Singapore 
Sept. 9, 2026, 9:51 a.m. - 1 day ago
The leader of Singapore is getting a huge pay raise. He is already the highest-paid government leader in the world, but his salary is about to go up even more.
Officials say his pay will increase by 64%. In dollar terms, that means his yearly pay will jump by about $1 million.
This move has caused a lot of talk. The government is also giving big pay raises to other top ministers. These pay hikes are currently being debated in Singapore's parliament. Some people are questioning why the leaders need such a large increase.
In Singapore, the government has long argued that paying leaders very high salaries helps attract the best talent. They believe it keeps the government working well and helps prevent corruption.
However, with the cost of living rising for everyone, these big raises are getting a lot of attention. Lawmakers are now expected to discuss if these salaries are still fair given the current state of the country.
Source: CNBC
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