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Ng Kok Song

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A scrutiny of Ng Kok Song’s self-professed independence in the upcoming presidential race

Opinion: Despite president aspirant Ng Kok Song’s assertions of his independence, his ties to PAP-linked entities and overlaps with former Senior Minister Tharman Shanmugaratnam’s career cast doubts on his political neutrality. Is his candidacy a sincere bid or a strategic move to prevent a shameful walkover?

Former GIC CIO Ng Kok Song an independent presidential candidate? Singaporeans have been fooled by mainstream media

Ng Kok Song, former GIC Chief Investment Officer, is running for president, claiming independence from political affiliations. However, his past roles in the opaque operations of GIC, linked with People’s Action Party (PAP) and the establishment, raise concerns about his ability to maintain unbiased integrity in office.

Singapore’s Presidential Election: Ho Ching sees a two-way race, George Goh left out?

Former Temasek CEO Ho Ching’s recent Facebook post appears to hint at a two-horse race in Singapore’s upcoming Presidential Election, seemingly discounting entrepreneur George Goh.

Former GIC Chief Investment Officer Ng Kok Song announces intent to run for Singapore presidency

Ng Kok Song, former Chief Investment Officer of GIC, has announced on his website his intention to run for the Singapore presidency. His potential bid raises questions about qualification criteria, given his current role as the executive chairman of Avanda Investment Management.

Ng’s entry: Signifying a two-cornered fight in the upcoming presidential race instead of a walkover

Opinion: Ng Kok Song’s potential bid for presidency intensifies the upcoming electoral race, transforming what could have been a walkover into a two-cornered contest, yet it remains a clear victory for the ruling party.

Ng Kok Song, Avanda Investment Management chairman, mulls run for Singapore Presidency

Ng Kok Song, Chairman of Avanda Investment Management, is considering running in the upcoming Singapore presidential election, and will decide within a week. If he joins, it could result in a three-way race for presidency.