“I have tried to do my best”: President S R Nathan

The Head of State is stepping down as he nears turning 87.

In a statement he said, “At this stage of my life, I do not believe that I can undertake indefinitely the heavy responsibilities and physical demands of the position of Head of State.”

The President stated he has tried to do his best in all his duties. “If I have fallen short, I would like the people of Singapore to know that this has not been for lack of effort or commitment. I have tried to do my best,” he explained.

Saying it has been an honour to serve as President of Singapore, he expressed his gratitude: “To Singaporeans regardless of race, religion or social status, I owe an eternal debt for the opportunity to do so.”

View the full statement here.

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