1985 Singaporean presidential election
Presidential election in Singapore
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Indirect presidential elections were held in Singapore on 30 August 1985, following the resignation of the incumbent, Devan Nair. [1][2]
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30 August 1985
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During the election, 73 members of Parliament were present and five members were absent. Wee Kim Wee was elected by the Parliament of Singapore. [3] Wee was sworn in as the fourth president on 2 September 1985.[4]
Results
| Candidate | Party | Votes | % | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wee Kim Wee | Independent | 73 | 100.00 | |
| Total | 73 | 100.00 | ||
| Total votes | 73 | – | ||
| Registered voters/turnout | 78 | 93.59 | ||
