Wearing masks and gloves, Singaporeans began casting their ballots under the cloud of the COVID-19 pandemic, which is pushing the city-state's economy towards its deepest recession and has made concerns over jobs the focus of the election.
"I think it's ok to vote during a pandemic because the conditions aren't that severe at this point and all necessary precautions are being taken," said Malini Nathan, 42, a communications executive.
"Issues I am concerned about are healthcare, job security and retirement," Nathan said.
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