Switzerland Can Have Six Parties, Singapore Doesn’t Need to Be a One PAP Party

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Switzerland is often regarded as a model for effective power-sharing among multiple political parties. Its government operates under a multi-party system, with six major parties represented in Parliament. Through a system of consensus politics, these parties despite their differing views collaborate to make decisions that serve the national interest. Power is distributed more equitably, and leadership roles are allocated based on electoral outcomes, fostering a balanced and inclusive governance model.

In contrast, many Singaporeans continue to believe that the People’s Action Party (PAP) must remain in power to ensure stability and progress. This belief is deeply rooted in Singapore’s post-independence history, during which the PAP successfully led the nation through rapid economic development. Over time, this narrative has reinforced fears that political change could introduce instability, inefficiency, or even threaten Singapore’s continued success.

Nevertheless, political landscapes evolve. Switzerland’s example demonstrates that a country can prosper with a strong, multi-party government. It prompts the question: why must Singaporeans continue to believe that only the PAP is capable of governing? Experience from other developed nations shows that healthy political competition, power-sharing, and diverse leadership can lead to even stronger governance and better representation of the people's interests.

 

[syed putra]

Countries that apply proportional representation have more fringe parties in parliament.
Those that maintain first past the post normally only two or most three with third being the spoiler.

 

[k1976]

U need diversity to bring in creative and workable solution in this chaos work

 

[syed putra]

U need diversity to bring in creative and workable solution in this chaos work

The voting system need to change first. Current system benefit only two big parties.

 

[laksaboy]

Switzerland is not a totalitarian regime, and it trusts its citizens with owning guns.

 

[True Believer]

S'pore needs far more Opposition in Parliament so what matters in this coming election is not just which party wins, but the margin of victory. While the PAP will likely still form the govt, it will have to work harder if its margin narrows. More PAP MPs will be pressured to attend Parliament instead of concentrating only on their full-time jobs, and view the MP's position as a part-time gig. In parliamentary sessions, 1/2 the house is empty, but with enough of an opposition presence, the ruling party members cannot doze off or not turn up.