Wee Kim Wee
4th President of Singapore (1915-2005) · Singapore · On the map · Politicians · Died at 89
Wee Kim Wee was a Singaporean journalist, diplomat and politician who served as the fourth president of Singapore between 1985 and 1993.
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Koh Sok Hiong and Wee's marriage photos, c. 1936
Wee in 1954, working for the United Press Associations (UPA)
The Old Parliament House (pictured in 2006), where Wee was elected by Parliament at both presidential elections.
Wee's invitation of Israeli president Chaim Herzog (pictured) to visit Singapore was controversial.
Wee in 2003
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Country
Singapore
Category
Politicians
Type
Politician
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1915 to 2005 · aged 89
