Encik Yusof bin Ishak
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| Order: | 1st President of Singapore |
|---|---|
| Presidency began | 1959 |
| Presidency ended | 1970 |
| Place of Birth | Perak, Malaysia |
| Wife | Noor Aishah |
| Prime Minister | Lee Kuan Yew (1959–1990) |
Encik Yusof bin Ishak (August 12, 1910 - November 23, 1970) was an eminent Singaporean politician. Born in Perak, he first served as Yang di-Pertuan Negara (head of state) between 1959 and 1965, remaining in office during the time that Singapore was part of Malaysia, between 1963 to 1965. Following Singapore's departure from the Federation of Malaysia in 1965, he served as President of the Republic until his death in 1970. His face adorns the current paper currency of Singapore that is in circulation.
| Preceded by: — | President of Singapore 1965–1970 | Followed by: Benjamin Henry Sheares |
Categories: Politician stubs | Singaporean people stubs | 1910 births | 1970 deaths | Presidents of Singapore
