First past the post vs proportional representation.
In the USA, there is the electoral college system, which does not rely on the popular vote. And that is a good thing, because you do not want the country's politics to be dominated by the densely populated urban shitholes and coastal areas.
In Sinkieland, it's a small country and a homogeneous urban society, no rural areas. Proportional representation might be a better idea.
In any case, if Ho Ching continues to control the country's money it doesn't really matter. Having Pinky on the throne makes things more convenient for her. Also, that handpicked hijab-wearing guard dog of the country's reserves won't ask inconvenient questions.