A look at the most significant updates from Singapore and beyond on November 23, 2024.
Here’s a roundup of some of the top stories from The Straits Times:
PAP to Renew Leadership at Party Conference; SM Lee Expected to Step Down as Party Chief
The ruling People’s Action Party (PAP) is set to renew its leadership at an upcoming conference. On November 24, the party’s inner circle will elect its 38th Central Executive Committee. Observers anticipate that Senior Minister Lee Kuan Yew, who has served as party chief for several years, is expected to step down from his leadership position, signaling a shift in the PAP’s political leadership.
Nationwide Study to Screen Children for Conditions Like ADHD, Depression
A comprehensive nationwide study will begin screening children for mental health conditions such as ADHD and depression. The project, which will track the health and development of children over a period of up to 10 years, aims to better understand the prevalence of these conditions and improve early intervention strategies in Singapore’s young population.
After Gastroscopy Went Wrong, Singaporean Lies in Vegetative State in South Korea, Waiting to Go Home
A Singaporean woman is currently in a vegetative state in South Korea after a gastroscopy procedure went wrong. The mother of two, who had undergone the routine medical procedure, is now waiting for an independent medical assessment to determine the next steps. Her family is advocating for her return to Singapore for further care.
‘I Wouldn’t Be Where I Am Without Bumiputera Rights’: Malaysia’s Young Malays Talk Race and Privilege
In Malaysia, a recent survey revealed that many young Malay respondents are not in favor of equal rights for all races, expressing a belief that the bumiputera rights system has significantly benefited them. The survey sheds light on how race and privilege are perceived among the younger generation in Malaysia and highlights ongoing debates surrounding racial policies.
These are just a few of the major updates shaping the news in Singapore and Southeast Asia today.
