The Singapore Presidential Election 2023 will be held on 11 September 2023. This will be the 13th presidential election in Singapore’s history.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the presidential election, a candidate must meet the following criteria:
- Be a Singapore citizen.
- Be at least 45 years old on Nomination Day.
- Have resided in Singapore for at least 10 years before Nomination Day.
- Be a person of integrity and good character.
- Have not been convicted of any offence involving dishonesty or moral turpitude.
- Have not been bankrupt or insolvent.
- Have not been sentenced to imprisonment for at least two years.
- Not be disqualified from holding elective office.
Nomination Process
The nomination process for the presidential election will begin on 11 July 2023 and end on 18 July 2023. During this period, candidates must submit their nomination papers to the Returning Officer. Each candidate must be supported by at least 1,000 certificate of eligibility from Singapore citizens.
Campaign Period
The campaign period for the presidential election will begin on 19 July 2023 and end on 9 September 2023. During this period, candidates will be allowed to campaign for votes. They will be allowed to hold rallies, give speeches, and distribute campaign materials.
Polls
Polling for the presidential election will be held on 11 September 2023. Voting will take place at designated polling stations across Singapore. Voters will be asked to choose one candidate from the list of eligible candidates.
Results
The results of the presidential election will be announced on 11 September 2023. The candidate who wins the most votes will be declared the President-Elect of Singapore. The President-Elect will be sworn into office on 1 October 2023.
Significance of the Presidential Election
The presidential election is a significant event in Singapore’s political calendar. The President of Singapore is the head of state and the commander-in-chief of the armed forces. The President also has the power to veto laws passed by Parliament.
Past Elections
The following table shows the results of the past five presidential elections in Singapore:
| Year | President | Party | Won by |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | S.R. Nathan | Independent | 92.84% |
| 2005 | S.R. Nathan | Independent | 82.25% |
| 2011 | Tony Tan Keng Yam | Independent | 53% |
| 2017 | Halimah Yacob | Independent | 66.91% |
| 2023 | To be announced | To be announced | To be announced |
Conclusion
The presidential election is a major event in Singapore’s political calendar. The President of Singapore is the head of state and the commander-in-chief of the armed forces. The President also has the power to veto laws passed by Parliament.
Additional Information
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Tables
The following tables provide additional information on the Singapore Presidential Election 2023:
Table 1: Eligibility Criteria for Presidential Candidates
| Requirement | Description |
|---|---|
| Age | Must be at least 45 years old on Nomination Day |
| Citizenship | Must be a Singapore citizen |
| Residency | Must have resided in Singapore for at least 10 years before Nomination Day |
| Character | Must be a person of integrity and good character |
| Criminal Record | Must not have been convicted of any offence involving dishonesty or moral turpitude |
| Bankruptcy | Must not have been bankrupt or insolvent |
| Imprisonment | Must not have been sentenced to imprisonment for at least two years |
| Disqualification | Must not be disqualified from holding elective office |
Table 2: Nomination Process for Presidential Candidates
| Stage | Date | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Notice of Election | 11 July 2023 | The Returning Officer issues a notice of election, announcing the dates for nomination and polling. |
| Nomination Period | 11 July 2023 – 18 July 2023 | Candidates submit their nomination papers to the Returning Officer. |
| Scrutiny of Nominations | 19 July 2023 | The Returning Officer scrutinizes the nomination papers to ensure that all candidates meet the eligibility criteria. |
| Announcement of Eligible Candidates | 19 July 2023 | The Returning Officer announces the list of eligible candidates. |
Table 3: Campaign Period for Presidential Candidates
| Stage | Date | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Start of Campaign Period | 19 July 2023 | Candidates are allowed to begin campaigning for votes. |
| End of Campaign Period | 9 September 2023 | Campaigning ends at midnight. |
| Cooling-Off Day | 10 September 2023 | No campaigning is allowed on the day before the election. |
Table 4: Polling for Presidential Election
| Stage | Date | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Polling Day | 11 September 2023 | Voters cast their votes at designated polling stations. |
| Counting of Votes | 11 September 2023 | The votes are counted and the results are announced. |
| Declaration of President-Elect | 11 September 2023 | The candidate who wins the most votes is declared the President-Elect. |
