Tharman Shanmugaratnam

ModernPoliticianSingapore1957 — ?

Current Singaporean president, economist.

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Quick Facts

Born

1957

Country

Singapore

Era

Modern

Occupation

Politician

Score Overview

Military (10%)14

Political (20%)78

Influence (20%)59

Legacy (20%)46

Leadership (15%)78

Strategy (15%)37

Total Score54.6

Tharman Shanmugaratnam — Complete Timeline

2011 AD

Served as Deputy Prime Minister and Finance MinisterPolitical Action◆ Major

Tharman served as Deputy Prime Minister from 2011 to 2019 and as Minister for Finance from 2007 to 2015. He oversaw Singapore's economic policies, including the introduction of the Goods and Services Tax (GST) and social spending initiatives.

Singapore PoliticsEconomyFinance

Impact: nationalconstructive

Chaired International Monetary and Financial CommitteePolitical Action◆ Major

Tharman was appointed Chairman of the International Monetary and Financial Committee (IMFC) of the IMF in 2011, serving until 2014. He played a key role in global economic governance and reform of the international financial system.

IMFGlobal EconomyFinancial Governance

Impact: globalconstructive

2023 AD

Elected President of SingaporePolitical Action◆ Major

Tharman Shanmugaratnam was elected as the 9th President of Singapore on September 1, 2023, winning over 70% of the vote. He ran as an independent candidate, focusing on national unity and social issues.

Singapore PoliticsPresidencyElection

Impact: nationalconstructive