[LIVE] Presidential Forum with candidates Ng Kok Song, Tharman Shanmugaratnam, Tan Kin Lian

Presidential candidates Ng Kok Song, Tharman Shanmugaratnam and Tan Kin Lian answered questions on CNA's Singapore Presidential Forum on Monday (Aug 28), the only live televised forum of the 2023 Presidential Election.

00:00 Introduction
00:32 The role of the elected President
02:31 What experience and expertise do you possess, that make you the most qualified candidate to be the President?
09:03 Beyond what the Government tells you, what factors would you consider, before using the second key to the Past Reserves?
13:56 How can you convince voters you are not politicising the Election and will exercise your powers without fear or favour?
18:37 What unique traits do you possess that will help you represent Singapore on the global stage?
26:10 What role would you play as President to build a more inclusive and compassionate society?
30:54 How do you plan to connect with young Singaporeans and involve them in writing the next chapter of the Singapore story?
35:15 Beyond your ceremonial and community roles, how do you intend to be a unifying figure for the nation?
40:05 What major challenges will Singapore face and how will you, within the powers of the President, help Singaporeans to cope?
44:52 Closing remarks: What do you want to tell voters before they go to the polls on Sep 1?

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