Tony Tan Keng Yam vs William Lai

Tony Tan served as Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Defence from 1995 to 2005. He oversaw the modernization of the Singapore Armed Forces and played a key role in defense policy.

Tony Tan Keng Yam was elected as the 7th President of Singapore on August 27, 2011, in a closely contested election. He served as a non-executive head of state, focusing on national unity and social cohesion.

Tony Tan was re-elected as President of Singapore on September 13, 2017, after being declared the sole eligible candidate following changes to the eligibility criteria. His second term focused on social issues and community engagement.

William Lai was elected as the first mayor of the newly formed Tainan City, a DPP stronghold. He served two terms from 2010 to 2017, focusing on urban renewal and cultural development. His tenure was marked by efforts to transform Tainan into a cultural and tourism hub.

William Lai was appointed Premier of the Republic of China (Taiwan) by President Tsai Ing-wen. He served from 2017 to 2019, overseeing economic policies and social welfare programs. His premiership was noted for his pragmatic approach and efforts to boost the economy.

William Lai was elected Vice President of Taiwan as the running mate of President Tsai Ing-wen. They won a landslide victory, with Lai receiving over 57% of the vote. His role focused on domestic affairs and supporting the president's agenda.

William Lai was elected President of the Republic of China (Taiwan) as the DPP candidate, succeeding Tsai Ing-wen. He won with 40% of the vote in a three-way race, defeating the KMT and TPP candidates. His presidency began with a focus on national security and economic resilience.