Singapore GE2020: Ex-minister Yaacob Ibrahim bids a fond farewell to politics

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Dr Yaacob had been an MP for the last 23 years.

SINGAPORE - Former communications and information minister Yaacob Ibrahim bade farewell to politics on Tuesday , and reflected fondly on his 23 years as an MP.

"I thank them all for opening their doors and hearts to me, allowing me to enter a world full of warmth, camaraderie and spirit. During all those years, my race never mattered to them." Dr Yaacob first hinted at his departure during the Budget debate in February, when he suggested that it would be his last.

 

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