Ong Teng Cheong
Ong Teng Cheong , GCMG ( chin.王鼎昌, Wáng Dǐngchāng ) (born January 22, 1936 in Singapore ; † February 8, 2002 ibid) was the fifth president of the city-state of Singapore from September 2, 1993 to September 1, 1999.
Before 1993, the presidents were determined by parliament. Ong's successor, SR Nathan, on the other hand, was twice proclaimed president without an election because all opposing candidates were disqualified. Ong Teng Cheong was the first elected President of Singapore since independence in 1965.
Individual evidence
- ↑ BBC News: Timeline: Singapore , accessed February 15, 2010.
- ↑ BBC News: New president for Singapore, August 18, 1999, accessed February 15, 2010
- ↑ BBC News: Country profile: Singapore: Leaders
Web links
- Mr. Ong Teng Cheong. The Istana , January 25, 2013(English).
| personal data | |
|---|---|
| SURNAME | Ong, Teng Cheong |
| BRIEF DESCRIPTION | Singaporean politician, President of Singapore |
| DATE OF BIRTH | January 22, 1936 |
| PLACE OF BIRTH | Singapore |
| DATE OF DEATH | February 8, 2002 |
| Place of death | Singapore |