Singapore PM Receives $1 Million Salary Hike, Retaining Highest-Paid Status

The Prime Minister of Singapore, already the world's highest-paid leader, has been granted a 64% salary increase, amounting to an additional $1 million annually.

The hike brings the leader's total compensation to a record level, though the PM has pledged to donate the difference from the previous salary to charity.

The move has sparked global debate regarding the compensation of public officials, with Singapore defending the high pay as a measure to attract top-tier talent.