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The former presidential candidate accepts defeat, while some supporters express frustration at the media and election process.The release of the sample count results on election night left Tan Kin Lian’s presidential bid all but decided. With a mere 14% vote share compared to Tharman Shanmugaratnam’s commanding 70%, the path to the Istana for Mr. Tan …

Discussions will focus on regional integration, the Myanmar crisis, and China's controversial new map.JAKARTA: Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong will lead Singapore’s delegation to the 43rd ASEAN Summit in Jakarta from Sept 5 to Sept 7. The summit will address key issues, including the Myanmar crisis and heightened tensions over China’s new territorial map.The Prime …

A seasoned statesman wins 70.4% of votes in Singapore's first contested Presidential Election in over a decade.SINGAPORE: Tharman Shanmugaratnam has been elected as Singapore’s ninth President, winning 70.4% of the vote in the 2023 Presidential Election. The result, which cements his status as a unifying figure, comes as no surprise given his long-standing contributions to …

Clothing and accessories featuring Tharman Shanmugaratnam’s campaign symbol deemed inappropriate at polling stations.SINGAPORE: Several voters were turned away from polling stations on Sept 1 for wearing or carrying items adorned with pineapple prints, the campaign symbol of Presidential candidate Tharman Shanmugaratnam. The Elections Department (ELD) had earlier reminded voters to avoid bringing any items that …

Ng Kok Song secured 15.72% of the vote, while Tan Kin Lian garnered 13.88%.SINGAPORE: Tharman Shanmugaratnam has been elected as Singapore’s 9th President, achieving a resounding victory with 70.4% of the vote. The final results, announced shortly after midnight on Saturday (Sep 2), placed Ng Kok Song second with 15.72% and Tan Kin Lian third …

As "independence" dominates campaign narratives, voters grapple with its true meaning ahead of the elections.With just days to go before Singapore’s presidential election, the term "independent" has been repeated so often it risks losing its meaning. Each candidate—Tharman Shanmugaratnam, Ng Kok Song, and Tan Kin Lian—claims to embody independence, but their interpretations differ significantly.The president’s …

Ng Kok Song, Tharman Shanmugaratnam, and Tan Kin Lian emphasize fairness, accountability, and inclusivity in their approaches to managing the nation’s reserves.SINGAPORE: During a televised presidential forum on Monday (Aug 28), Singapore's three presidential candidates—Ng Kok Song, Tharman Shanmugaratnam, and Tan Kin Lian—shared their perspectives on the considerations for unlocking the country's past reserves. These …

Tharman Shanmugaratnam’s engaging dialogues with youth showcase his charm, ideas on social equity, and strong public support.Over the course of a weekend, Tharman Shanmugaratnam held two exclusive dialogue events with young Singaporeans, giving a close-up look at the former minister and current presidential candidate. These sessions, attended by youth leaders, influencers, and community figures, highlighted …

Assurances given that affected voters will face no issues casting their vote as measures are in place to prevent errors.SINGAPORE: The Elections Department (ELD) has apologised after 9,822 voters across 4,803 households in Tanjong Pagar GRC mistakenly received two poll cards instead of one.In a statement on Thursday (Aug 24), the ELD attributed the error …

Preliminary checks by the Singapore Police Force found no threat items, and investigations are ongoing.SINGAPORE: Security measures were tightened at the Environment Building on Scotts Road on Wednesday morning (Aug 23) after a bomb threat was received. The building houses the Ministry of Sustainability and the Environment (MSE) along with its statutory boards, the National …