SINGAPORE: In a presidential candidate broadcast aired on Thursday , Mr Tharman Shanmugaratnam said he will bring his “independence of mind” to the role of President if elected.“I also bring a more basic orientation: The independence of mind that I have held onto throughout my life, and my belief that we can make Singapore a fairer and better society. They are what I have been known for both within and outside government.
The 66-year-old vowed to serve as a “unifying figure at home and to advance Singapore’s interests abroad”. Outside of Singapore, he promised to use his experience in government and international standing to promote the country’s interests in an “increasingly turbulent world”. Before entering politics, he was chairman of the Monetary Authority of Singapore and also chaired GIC’s Investment Strategies Committee for 12 years.
On top of this expertise and experience however, the former People’s Action Party MP repeatedly emphasised his reputation for independent thinking. Mr Tharman also said that the presidency will become a more important post as Singapore faces a more divided world and a more diverse society.
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