A quick guide to Tharman Shanmugaratnam, Ng Kok Song, and Tan Kin Lian—experience, achievements, and what they stand for.Tharman ShanmugaratnamAge: 66Experience:Began as an economist at the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) in 1982 and rose to managing director by 2001.Elected Member of Parliament (MP) in 2001.Held key ministerial roles, including Education Minister (2003–2008), Finance Minister …
Author: Jack Wong
Jack Wong
SINGAPORE: Tan Kin Lian, a candidate in the 2023 Presidential Election, has garnered the support of notable opposition figures. His campaign team includes proposer Tan Jee Say, who contested the 2020 General Election with the Singapore Democratic Party (SDP), and seconder Lim Tean, leader of the Peoples Voice (PV) party. Prabu Ramachandran of PV serves …
"A three-way contest emerges as Ng Kok Song, Tharman Shanmugaratnam, and Tan Kin Lian vie for the presidency."SINGAPORE: The stage is set for Singapore's Presidential Election, with Ng Kok Song, Tharman Shanmugaratnam, and Tan Kin Lian officially confirmed as candidates after filing their nomination papers at the People’s Association headquarters on Tuesday morning (Aug 22).Singaporeans …
"Revolutionize your wardrobe with bra-free alternatives that blend comfort and style for the workplace."The first words my sister uttered after returning to office work were, “I forgot how annoying wearing bras was.” My brother, overhearing, quipped, “Too bad, you have to wear one at work.”My sister and I exchanged a knowing glance. Anyone who wears …
"DPM Wong emphasizes the importance of reinvesting returns to preserve the reserves’ long-term value."SINGAPORE: Singapore is not "oversaving," as its national reserves are growing at a rate "barely keeping pace" with the economy, said Deputy Prime Minister Lawrence Wong.Speaking in an interview for the new CNA series Singapore Reserves Revealed, Mr. Wong addressed misconceptions about …
"The influx of new properties is driving down rental prices, with more corrections expected by 2024."SINGAPORE: Rental rates in Singapore have experienced a sharp decline, reversing the steep increases of 2021 and 2022, according to Juliet Stannard, Director at CitiProp Property Management.In an interview with YouTuber Max Chernov, Ms. Stannard, who has lived in Singapore …
"Focusing on systemic issues instead of targeting individuals is key to preventing similar tragedies."On January 21, 2022, Xavier Yap made a decision that left Singapore reeling. He strangled his twin sons, Aston and Ethan, both 11 years old, in a canal at Greenridge Crescent. The boys, who had autism and developmental delays, lost their lives …
"Parking fee anomaly leaves netizen baffled as he pays exorbitant rate for a brief stay."SINGAPORE: A motorist took to social media to express disbelief after being charged a staggering $50 for parking just 14 minutes at Golden Mile Tower.“Most expensive parking in Singapore. $50 for 14 minutes in Golden Mile Tower. #LHN,” wrote Frank Ly …
"With Asia needing up to US$5 trillion annually to achieve net-zero emissions, Singapore emerges as a key hub for sustainable investment and innovative climate solutions."SINGAPORE: Asia faces an urgent need to accelerate climate financing to meet its net-zero emissions targets, especially as the region accounts for more than 50 percent of global emissions, said Jackie …
"Embracing a path less traveled, a young plumber proves success comes in many forms."At just 26 years old, Zhong He finds himself knee-deep—sometimes literally—in a profession many young Singaporeans wouldn’t dream of pursuing. As a plumber, he routinely faces clogged pipes, messy kitchens, and even waist-deep sewage, all in a day's work. Yet, despite the …
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