Halimah Yacob

ModernPoliticianSingapore1954 — ?

First female Singaporean president.

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Quick Facts

Born

1954

Country

Singapore

Era

Modern

Occupation

Politician

Score Overview

Military (10%)48

Political (20%)28

Influence (20%)49

Legacy (20%)38

Leadership (15%)55

Strategy (15%)45

Total Score43.5

Halimah Yacob — Complete Timeline

2013 AD

Served as Speaker of ParliamentPolitical Action◆ Major

Halimah Yacob served as the Speaker of the Parliament of Singapore from January 14, 2013, to August 7, 2017. She was the first female speaker in Singapore's history, overseeing parliamentary proceedings and debates.

Singapore PoliticsParliamentSpeaker

Impact: nationalconstructive

2017 AD

Elected as First Female President of SingaporePolitical Action

Halimah Yacob was elected as the 8th President of Singapore on September 13, 2017, becoming the first female president in the country's history. She was declared the sole eligible candidate after changes to the eligibility criteria, sparking debate.

Singapore PoliticsGender EqualityPresidency

Impact: nationalconstructive

Resigned from PAP to Contest PresidencyPolitical Action

Halimah Yacob resigned from the People's Action Party and as Speaker of Parliament on August 7, 2017, to contest the presidential election. This was required by the Constitution for candidates to be independent.

Singapore PoliticsPresidencyResignation

Impact: national