SINGAPORE, Jan. 15 -- Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong has stripped Pritam Singh of his designation as Leader of the Opposition with immediate effect, citing his criminal convictions and a Parliamentary motion deeming him unsuitable to continue in the role.

In a statement issued today, Wong said Singh's convictions, taken together with Parliament's position, made it "no longer tenable" for him to remain Leader of the Opposition, adding that the decision was necessary to uphold the rule of law and the dignity and integrity of Parliament.

"Mr Singh is entitled to his personal views on the matter. But questions of guilt or innocence are determined through the impartial court process," read the statement.

"Mr Singh was convicted by t...