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|name= | |name=Ang Wei Neng | ||
|othername= | |othername=洪维能 | ||
|image= | |image=Ang Wei Neng.png | ||
|politicalparty=PAP | |politicalparty=PAP | ||
|field01=Current Role | |field01=Current Role | ||
|data01= • | |data01= • MP for West Coast GRC<br /> • | ||
|field02=Past Roles | |field02=Past Roles | ||
|data02= • ''Pending'' <br /> • | |data02= • ''Pending'' <br /> • | ||
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|Input 2nd Header=Personal Details | |Input 2nd Header=Personal Details | ||
|field05=Age | |field05=Age | ||
|data05= | |data05={{Age|1967|03|31}} | ||
|field06=Others | |field06=Others | ||
|data06=''Pending'' | |data06=''Pending'' | ||
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For the full list of positions, refer to https://www.parliament.gov.sg/mps/list-of-current-mps/mp/details/ang-wei-neng | For the full list of positions, refer to [https://web.archive.org/web/20250219181012/https://www.parliament.gov.sg/mps/list-of-current-mps/mp/details/ang-wei-neng PARL link]. | ||
== Early Life and Education == | == Early Life and Education == | ||
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=== Strides Premier Pte Ltd (2022–Present) === | === Strides Premier Pte Ltd (2022–Present) === | ||
In 2022, Ang was appointed CEO of Strides Premier Pte Ltd, overseeing the operations of a joint venture between Strides Taxis and Premier Taxis. | In 2022, Ang was appointed CEO of Strides Premier Pte Ltd, overseeing the operations of a joint venture between Strides Taxis and Premier Taxis. | ||
== Political career == | == Political career == | ||
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Ang entered politics in 2011 as part of the PAP team contesting in Jurong GRC. He served as the MP for Jurong Central division from 2011 to 2020. During the 2020 general election, Ang was fielded in West Coast GRC, where his team narrowly secured victory with 51.7% of the vote. He has since represented the Nanyang division in Parliament. | Ang entered politics in 2011 as part of the PAP team contesting in Jurong GRC. He served as the MP for Jurong Central division from 2011 to 2020. During the 2020 general election, Ang was fielded in West Coast GRC, where his team narrowly secured victory with 51.7% of the vote. He has since represented the Nanyang division in Parliament. | ||
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=== Parliamentary Committees and Roles === | === Parliamentary Committees and Roles === | ||
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* Member of the Public Accounts Committee (since 2016) | * Member of the Public Accounts Committee (since 2016) | ||
* Member of the Government Parliamentary Committees for Transport and Education | * Member of the Government Parliamentary Committees for Transport and Education | ||
== Achievements and Contributions == | == Achievements and Contributions == | ||
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* '''Social Programs:''' Ang has been instrumental in initiating community programs, including the free Traditional Chinese Medicine clinic and the Nanyang Sayang program, which provides free tuition and mentorship to children from low-income families. | * '''Social Programs:''' Ang has been instrumental in initiating community programs, including the free Traditional Chinese Medicine clinic and the Nanyang Sayang program, which provides free tuition and mentorship to children from low-income families. | ||
* '''Environmental Advocacy:''' He led a project to plant 1,000 trees in Nanyang in support of the Singapore Green Plan 2030.<ref>https://wctc.org.sg/ang-wei-neng/</ref> | * '''Environmental Advocacy:''' He led a project to plant 1,000 trees in Nanyang in support of the Singapore Green Plan 2030.<ref>https://wctc.org.sg/ang-wei-neng/</ref> | ||
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== | == Controversies == | ||
=== "Time Stamp" on Degrees === | === "Time Stamp" on Degrees === | ||
In March 2022, Ang proposed during a parliamentary debate that university degrees should have a "time stamp," requiring graduates to undertake upgrading courses every five years. This suggestion was met with | In March 2022, Ang proposed during a parliamentary debate that university degrees should have a "time stamp," requiring graduates to undertake upgrading courses every five years. This suggestion was met with widespread public criticism. Ang later apologized, clarifying that his remarks were intended as a policy recommendation.<ref>https://www.straitstimes.com/singapore/mp-says-suggestion-for-graduates-to-upgrade-every-5-years-to-validate-degree-was-food-for-thought</ref><ref>https://web.archive.org/web/20250306133240/https://www.straitstimes.com/singapore/mp-says-suggestion-for-graduates-to-upgrade-every-5-years-to-validate-degree-was-food-for-thought</ref> | ||
=== Remarks on Foreign Workforce (2020) === | === Remarks on Foreign Workforce (2020) === | ||
In a 2020 parliamentary speech, Ang expressed feeling "like a foreigner in my own country" during a visit to Changi Business Park due to the presence of many expatriates. His remarks sparked discussions about Singapore's reliance on foreign talent, with Ang emphasizing the importance of safeguarding a strong Singaporean core in senior management roles.<ref>https://www.theonlinecitizen.com/2020/09/01/mp-ang-wei-neng-takes-9-yrs-to-feel-like-a-foreigner-in-own-country-when-visiting-changi-business-park/</ref> | In a 2020 parliamentary speech, Ang expressed feeling "like a foreigner in my own country" during a visit to Changi Business Park due to the presence of many expatriates. His remarks sparked discussions about Singapore's reliance on foreign talent, with Ang emphasizing the importance of safeguarding a strong Singaporean core in senior management roles.<ref>https://www.theonlinecitizen.com/2020/09/01/mp-ang-wei-neng-takes-9-yrs-to-feel-like-a-foreigner-in-own-country-when-visiting-changi-business-park/</ref> | ||
== Personal life == | == Personal life == | ||
Ang is married and has four children | Ang is married and has four children. Ang also serves on the Management Committee of Grace Orchard School, which supports students with mild intellectual disabilities.~''check source'' | ||
== Social Media Pages == | == Social Media Pages == | ||
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[https://www.linkedin.com/in/wei-neng-ang-245b6756/?originalSubdomain=sg Linkedin] | [https://www.linkedin.com/in/wei-neng-ang-245b6756/?originalSubdomain=sg Linkedin] | ||
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==References== | ==References== | ||
{{Reflist}} | {{Reflist}} | ||
[[Category:Politicians]] | [[Category:Politicians]] | ||
[[Category:PAP]] | [[Category:PAP]] | ||
[[Category:MP]] | [[Category:MP]] | ||
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| Ang Wei Neng 洪维能 | |
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| Party Affiliation | PAP 
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| Current Role | • MP for West Coast GRC • |
| Past Roles | • Pending • |
| Others | • Pending • Pending |
| Background | |
| Education | • Pending • • • |
| Personal Details | |
| Age | 57 |
| Others | Pending |
Ang Wei Neng (born 31 March 1967) is a Singaporean politician and businessman. A member of the People's Action Party (PAP), he has been serving as a Member of Parliament (MP) for the Nanyang division of West Coast Group Representation Constituency (GRC) since 2020. Previously, he represented the Jurong Central division of Jurong GRC from 2011 to 2020. Beyond politics, Ang is the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Strides Premier Pte Ltd, a joint venture between Strides Taxis Pte Ltd and Premier Taxis Pte Ltd. His professional journey spans roles in the public sector, transport management, and corporate leadership.
For the full list of positions, refer to PARL link.
Early Life and Education
Ang Wei Neng was born in Singapore on 31 March 1967. He attended Nanyang Primary School, The Chinese High School, and Hwa Chong Junior College. He earned a Bachelor of Social Sciences in Economics from the National University of Singapore and later obtained a Master of Business Administration in Strategic Management from Nanyang Technological University.
Professional career
Singapore Police Force (1991–1997)
Ang began his career in the Singapore Police Force (SPF) as a scholar, contributing significantly by establishing the Police Psychological Unit and serving as Head of Operations in a land division.
Private Sector Roles
After leaving the SPF, Ang transitioned into the private sector, holding positions in various organizations, including American International Group, BexCom, Hiap Moh Corporation, and Mcare Lab.
SBS Transit and ComfortDelGro
In 2004, Ang joined SBS Transit as Senior Vice-President for omnibus operations in Singapore’s East District. His leadership in the transport sector continued as he became CEO of ComfortDelGro's Taxi Business in 2017.
Strides Premier Pte Ltd (2022–Present)
In 2022, Ang was appointed CEO of Strides Premier Pte Ltd, overseeing the operations of a joint venture between Strides Taxis and Premier Taxis.
Political career
Parliamentary Representation
Ang entered politics in 2011 as part of the PAP team contesting in Jurong GRC. He served as the MP for Jurong Central division from 2011 to 2020. During the 2020 general election, Ang was fielded in West Coast GRC, where his team narrowly secured victory with 51.7% of the vote. He has since represented the Nanyang division in Parliament.
Controversies
"Time Stamp" on Degrees
In March 2022, Ang proposed during a parliamentary debate that university degrees should have a "time stamp," requiring graduates to undertake upgrading courses every five years. This suggestion was met with widespread public criticism. Ang later apologized, clarifying that his remarks were intended as a policy recommendation.[1][2]
Remarks on Foreign Workforce (2020)
In a 2020 parliamentary speech, Ang expressed feeling "like a foreigner in my own country" during a visit to Changi Business Park due to the presence of many expatriates. His remarks sparked discussions about Singapore's reliance on foreign talent, with Ang emphasizing the importance of safeguarding a strong Singaporean core in senior management roles.[3]
Personal life
Ang is married and has four children. Ang also serves on the Management Committee of Grace Orchard School, which supports students with mild intellectual disabilities.~check source
Social Media Pages
References
- ↑ https://www.straitstimes.com/singapore/mp-says-suggestion-for-graduates-to-upgrade-every-5-years-to-validate-degree-was-food-for-thought
- ↑ https://web.archive.org/web/20250306133240/https://www.straitstimes.com/singapore/mp-says-suggestion-for-graduates-to-upgrade-every-5-years-to-validate-degree-was-food-for-thought
- ↑ https://www.theonlinecitizen.com/2020/09/01/mp-ang-wei-neng-takes-9-yrs-to-feel-like-a-foreigner-in-own-country-when-visiting-changi-business-park/