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“I can’t run”, Tan Kin Lian humorously dismissed rumors of running in the 2023 Presidential Election

Ex-presidential candidate Tan Kin Lian humorously dismissed rumors of his 2023 presidential candidacy, citing leg pain as the reason he “can’t run.” Sharing a screenshot of a witty exchange with a “deputy news editor”, he playfully responded to questions about his intentions for the upcoming election.

Only 165 CEOs of 413 firms with $500 million-equity in Singapore are citizens, reveals Finance Minister

Out of 413 firms with over $500 million shareholders’ equity in Singapore, just 165 are led by Singaporean CEOs, stirring debate over presidential candidacy criteria for private sector candidates. President aspirant George Goh the eligibility criteria may overlook the potential capabilities of candidates who have built successful companies from the ground up, as opposed to those who were placed in already profitable entities.

The Singapore president should be truly independent

Toh Han Shih discusses the growing debate among prominent figures, including Ho Ching and presidential hopefuls, about the role and independence of the Singapore President ahead of the forthcoming elections, with Lee Kuan Yew’s historical perspective adding more complexity to the issue.

Ho Ching: No need to know full sum of Singapore’s reserves to safeguard it

Ho Ching, in her latest Facebook post, likened the protection of Singapore’s reserves to a guarded safe – suggesting the exact sum isn’t crucial for safeguarding, but rather the stringent decisions upon its access.

The discretionary power of our elected president – A timely revelation by Ho Ching?

Opinion: Ho Ching outlined the roles of the Elected President as being a national representative and safeguard of key institutions. However, Joseph Nathan questions her assertion that the President is not meant to be an independent voice or a check on government, given the established discretionary powers of the role.

George Goh stands firm on his eligibility for Singapore Presidency

The media team of George Goh, entrepreneur and presidential aspirant, issues a statement on Thursday to assert Mr Goh’s Singapore presidency bid as being well-considered, backed by his professional experience and management of multiple companies that collectively qualify him under Article 19(4)(b) of the Constitution. While none of his companies individually meet the S$500 million equity requirement, Goh plans to present his case to the Presidential Elections Committee, confident of his eligibility.

Registers of Electors open for public inspection from 15 to 28 June

The revised Registers of Electors in Singapore are open for public inspection from 15 June to 28 June 2023. Singapore Citizens can verify their details electronically or visit designated centers, ensuring their inclusion in future elections.

Presidential aspirant George Goh dispels identity confusion in viral WhatsApp message

Presidential hopeful George Goh dispels identity confusion from a viral WhatsApp message. Awaiting eligibility confirmation, Goh affirms he’s not the grassroots leader cited in the message, and stresses his independent background.

Ho Ching says the ideal president is one capable of doing the right thing even if it is unpopular

In a Facebook post on 14 June, Madam Ho Ching outlines the presidency’s two key roles, warns against a ‘gimme-gimme syndrome’ among the electorate, and emphasizes the need for a President who is courageous, integrous, and capable of making unpopular decisions.

The last thing we want is a referee kayu for a President

Augustine Low questions Presidential candidate Tharman Shanmugaratnam’s football referee analogy with concerns arising about potential bias given his long-standing affiliation with the People’s Action Party. Low argues that Singapore needs an independent President who serves the people, not their former party.