Raj Joshua Thomas
Raj Joshua Thomas is a Singaporean lawyer, industry representative, and former Nominated Member of Parliament (NMP). He has held leadership roles in both the public and private sectors, with extensive experience in law, security, and government service.
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| Party Affiliation | Nil |
| Current Role | • Partner, Wee Swee Teow LLP • President, Security Association Singapore • Board Member, Workforce Singapore • Board Member, Workplace Safety and Health Council |
| Past Roles | • ex-Nominated Member of Parliament |
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| Education | • National University of Singapore |
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| Age | 46 |
| Others | Pending |
Early Life and Education
Raj Joshua Thomas pursued higher education in Law and Political Science, earning honours degrees in both disciplines. His academic background provided him with a foundation for his career in legal practice, public service, and industry leadership.
Professional Career
Joshua has worked across government, private, and non-profit sectors. His career highlights include:
- Serving in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Singapore Land Authority, and Defence Science and Technology Agency.
- Practicing law at Allen & Gledhill LLP before transitioning to the security industry as CEO of TwinRock Pte Ltd.
- Joining Wee Swee Teow LLP in 2022 as a Partner, heading the Dispute Resolution and Regulator Practice Groups.
Political Career
Raj Joshua Thomas was appointed as a Nominated Member of Parliament (NMP) in January 2021 and was re-appointed for a second term in July 2023. As an NMP, he represented industry perspectives and contributed to legislative discussions on legal, security, and regulatory matters.
Community and Industry Leadership
Beyond politics and legal practice, Joshua has taken on leadership roles in various organizations:
- President, Security Association Singapore – Advocating for the security industry.
- Board Member, Workforce Singapore – Contributing to employment policies and workforce development.
- Board Member, Workplace Safety and Health Council – Promoting workplace safety initiatives.
Resignation and Future Endeavors
On 14 February 2025, Raj Joshua Thomas resigned from his position as a Nominated Member of Parliament[1], citing his intention to "explore opportunity for political service."
In his resignation letter, he also stated that he had come to appreciate the values of conviction, integrity, and commitment in governance and felt it was appropriate to resign at this time to serve Singapore in a different capacity.
His resignation was announced through an email to Members of Parliament, and his biodata was removed from the Parliament website. His departure has fueled speculation that he may contest in the 2025 General Election, which is widely anticipated to take place in early May.
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