How long is the term of Singapore’s president?
President of Singapore
| President of the Republic of Singapore | |
|---|---|
| Residence | The Istana |
| Appointer | Parliament (1965–1991) Direct election (1991-present) |
| Term length | Six years; renewable |
| Constituting instrument | Constitution of Singapore, Article 17 |
Can a president serve 3 terms?
The amendment was passed by Congress in 1947, and was ratified by the states on 27 February 1951. The Twenty-Second Amendment says a person can only be elected to be president two times for a total of eight years.
What is the difference between president and prime minister in Singapore?
The prime minister of Singapore is the head of government of the Republic of Singapore. The president of Singapore appoints the prime minister, a member of parliament who, in their opinion, is most likely to command the confidence of the majority of MPs.
Who is the 7th President of Singapore?
Tony Tan
| Tony Tan DUT (First Class) GCB | |
|---|---|
| 陈庆炎 | |
| 7th President of Singapore | |
| In office 1 September 2011 – 31 August 2017 | |
| Prime Minister | Lee Hsien Loong |
Who is the 6th President of Singapore?
S. R. Nathan
| Sellapan Ramanathan DUT (First Class), PJG | |
|---|---|
| செல்லப்பன் ராமநாதன் | |
| 6th President of Singapore | |
| In office 1 September 1999 – 31 August 2011 | |
| Prime Minister | show See list |
Can you serve more than 2 terms as president?
No person shall be elected to the office of the President more than twice, and no person who has held the office of President, or acted as President, for more than two years of a term to which some other person was elected President shall be elected to the office of the President more than once.