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Yusof bin Ishak DUT SK DUBC PJG (/ ˈ j ʊ s ɒ f b ɪ n ˈ ɪ s h ɑː k / YUUSS-off bin ISS-hahk; 12 August 1910 – 23 November 1970) was a Singaporean journalist and senior civil servant who served as the first president of Singapore between 1965 and 1970.
When Singapore became an independent nation on 9 August 1965, the seat of Head of State was renamed Office of the President and Yusof bin Ishak, Singapore’s first Malayan-born Yang di-Pertuan Negara appointed since 1959, became the first president of the Republic of Singapore. 1 The country’s first four presidents, who held office between ...
The first elected president was Ong Teng Cheong, who served as Deputy Prime Minister from 1985 to 1993 prior to his presidency, won the 1993 presidential election. He served as president from 1993 to 1999.
Apr 11, 2024 · Yusof bin Ishak (b. 12 August 1910, Padang Gajah, Trong, Perak 1 –d. 23 November 1970, Singapore), commonly referred to as Yusof Ishak, became Singapore’s first president on 9 August 1965 when gained independence as a sovereign state.
Singapore’s first president, Yusof Ishak, was already capturing headlines in his youth. His victory at the 1932 Aw Boon Par Cup for boxing, and his subsequent success as national lightweight champion in weightlifting, earned him mentions in the press.
Jan 19, 2016 · When Singapore gained independence on Aug 9, 1965, he became the first President of the Republic of Singapore. 11. As president of the newly independent Singapore, he reached out to the...
Yusof bin Ishak (b. 12 August 1910, Padang Gajah, Trong, Perak– d. 23 November 1970, Singapore) became Singapore's first president upon Singapore's independence on 9 August 1965.
The President is responsible for safeguarding the national reserves and the integrity of the public service. The President also receives foreign dignitaries, officiates at state functions and performs other ceremonial and community duties.
Encik Yusof Ishak was the first President of the Republic of Singapore. In January 1991, the Constitution was amended to allow for a President elected by the citizens of Singapore. The elected President will hold office for a fixed term of six years.
Apr 27, 2024 · As Singapore's first President, Yusof Ishak played a pivotal role in shaping the nation's identity and governance. He upheld the values of multiracialism and social cohesion, fostering unity among Singapore's diverse communities.
