Low Thia Khiang

ModernPoliticianSingapore1956 — ?

Longest-serving opposition MP in Singapore.

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Quick Facts

Born

1956

Country

Singapore

Era

Modern

Occupation

Politician

Score Overview

Military (10%)11

Political (20%)68

Influence (20%)56

Legacy (20%)49

Leadership (15%)80

Strategy (15%)36

Total Score53.1

Low Thia Khiang — Complete Timeline

1991 AD

Elected as Member of Parliament for Hougang SMCPolitical Action◆ Major

Low Thia Khiang was first elected as MP for Hougang Single Member Constituency, defeating the PAP candidate. He held the seat for 29 years, becoming the longest-serving opposition MP.

ElectionOpposition Victory

constructive

2001 AD

Elected Secretary-General of the Workers' PartyPolitical Action◆ Major

Low was elected Secretary-General of the Workers' Party, leading the party for 17 years. He oversaw the party's expansion and electoral successes.

Party LeadershipOpposition

Impact: nationalconstructive

2011 AD

Led Workers' Party to win Aljunied GRC in 2011 General ElectionPolitical Action

Under Low's leadership, the Workers' Party won Aljunied GRC, the first time an opposition party won a GRC. This was a historic breakthrough in Singapore's electoral landscape.

ElectionHistoric Victory

Impact: nationalconstructive

2018 AD

Retired from politics and stepped down as Secretary-GeneralPolitical Action◆ Major

Low retired from politics and stepped down as Secretary-General of the Workers' Party, handing over leadership to Pritam Singh. He did not contest the 2020 general election.

RetirementLeadership Transition

Impact: national