Football: Edwin Tong steps down as FAS vice-president after cabinet appointment

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SINGAPORE - Newly appointed Minister for Culture, Community and Youth Edwin Tong has stepped down from his role as vice-president of the Football Association of Singapore (FAS), the national football body announced on Sunday (July 26) night.. Read more at straitstimes.com.

SINGAPORE - Newly appointed Minister for Culture, Community and Youth Edwin Tong has stepped down from his role as vice-president of the Football Association of Singapore , the national football body announced on Sunday night.

In its statement, the FAS described Tong as an"integral member" of the six-man FAS exco and an"exemplary ambassador in the promotion of football in Singapore". Tong, 50, was appointed FAS vice-president in September 2013, and was re-elected in the same role in 2017. His current term was due to end in 2021.

Said Lim:"Having worked with Edwin since 2013, he was a valuable member of the team and we could always count on him for advice and insightful perspectives. "We wish him all the best as he embarks on the next chapter of his public service career... and we are extremely confident that he will acquit himself with unparalleled distinction."

 

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