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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. | * '''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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==== '''"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 significant public criticism. Ang later apologized, clarifying that his remarks were intended as a policy recommendation. | 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 significant 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> | ||
==== '''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. | 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. He enjoys cycling, hiking, and spending time with his family, including walking their dog. Growing up in a rental flat has shaped his commitment to supporting vulnerable families and individuals with disabilities. Ang also serves on the Management Committee of Grace Orchard School, which supports students with mild intellectual disabilities. | Ang is married and has four children. He enjoys cycling, hiking, and spending time with his family, including walking their dog. Growing up in a rental flat has shaped his commitment to supporting vulnerable families and individuals with disabilities. Ang also serves on the Management Committee of Grace Orchard School, which supports students with mild intellectual disabilities. | ||
=== 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] | ||
1. https://wctc.org.sg/ang-wei-neng/ | |||
2. https://www.straitstimes.com/singapore/mp-says-suggestion-for-graduates-to-upgrade-every-5-years-to-validate-degree-was-food-for-thought | |||
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[[Category:Politicians]] | [[Category:Politicians]] | ||