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Charles Chong You Fook (Chinese: 张有福; pinyin: Zhāng Yǒufú; born 24 June 1953) is a Singaporean former politician who served as Deputy Speaker of the Parliament of Singapore between 2011 and 2020. He served as Acting Speaker of the Parliament of Singapore from 7 August to 11 September 2017, following the resignation of Halimah Yacob on 7 August 2017.

Education

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Chong was educated at St. Michael's School and Saint Joseph's Institution before enrolling into Sydney Technical College to study aircraft engineering.[2]

Political career

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Chong represented Sembawang Group Representation Constituency (GRC) in Yishun East from 1988 to 1991, Eunos GRC between 1991 and 1996 in Pasir Ris, Pasir Ris GRC in Elias from 1997 to 2001, Pasir Ris–Punggol GRC in Punggol Central from 2001 to 2011, Joo Chiat Single Member Constituency (SMC) from 2011 to 2015, and Punggol East SMC from 2015 to 2020.

In the 2006 general elections, the PAP contested Pasir Ris–Punggol GRC against the Singapore Democratic Alliance. The PAP won with 68.70% of the votes in this GRC. In the 2001 general elections, the GRC was not contested and resulted in a walkover for Chong and his party in this GRC.

Chong contested the Joo Chiat SMC in the 2011 general elections after its incumbent MP, Chan Soo Sen, retired from politics.[3] He won 9,666 or 51.02% of the votes against Yee Jenn Jong from the Workers' Party (WP). Chong was elected Deputy Speaker in the 12th Parliament.

In the 2015 general elections, the PAP fielded Chong in the opposition-held Punggol East SMC. Just before Cooling-off Day, Chong had distributed flyers alleging that the Workers' Party had "lost" $22.5 million of town council funds.[4] In response, WP issued a statement refuting the claim.[4] Chong went on to unseat the incumbent Lee Li Lian of the Workers' Party with 51.76% of the vote. In the aftermath of the elections, Png Eng Huat, vice-chairman of WP, asked Chong about the missing money and Png said that Chong replied that he had explained but there was no explanation given.[5] In February 2018, Png in a Facebook post, said Aljunied Hougang Town Council (AHTC which had managed Punggol East SMC from 2013 to 2015) had resolved all its accounting lapses[6] and $22.8 million to $26.3 million attributed to Punggol East was in each of its financial statements since 2013.[5] Pasir Ris-Punggol Town Council also had an unqualified financial statement for the 2016/2017 financial year which meant "there was no such missing money else the accounts would be qualified".[5] While being interviewed by The Straits Times, Chong said the AHTC's financial statements were all qualified by their own auditors and questioned about an ongoing court case by AHTC against its town councillors[5]

In December 2016, Chong had a liver transplant and his duty was covered by Teo Chee Hean during his absence.[7]

On 11 January 2018, Chong was appointed chairman of the Select Committee on Deliberate Online Falsehoods.[8]

He is the longest serving PAP back-bencher in Parliament and served as Deputy Speaker of Parliament of Singapore, as well as Acting Speaker when Halimah Yacob quit Parliament to stand for elected presidency.

On 27 June 2020, Chong announced his retirement from politics.[9]

In September 2020, Chong, in an interview to The Straits Times, said he proposed to the PAP leadership, prior to the 2015 elections, to form a team of veteran PAP MPs, "a few of the non-conformist sort", to contest Aljunied GRC to help the PAP win back the GRC, citing the citizens there voted for opposition and "they don't want pro-establishment people.".[2] Chong also said there was enough room for debate within PAP and changes can be made from within in private.[2] If there are rebukes in public, the party would circle the wagons and blocked critics.[2]

Personal life

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Chong is married and has two children. He is a Roman Catholic.

In December 2016, Chong announced he was diagnosed with non-alcoholic steatohepatitis three years ago and had a liver transplant on 1 December 2016, which his younger son Glenn, donated part of his liver.[7]

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Charles Chong You Fook (born 24 June 1953) is a Singaporean former who served as a seven-term (MP) for the (PAP) from 1988 to 2020. Representing constituencies such as Pasir Ris–Punggol (GRC), Joo Chiat Single Member Constituency (SMC), and Punggol East SMC, Chong was appointed Deputy Speaker of in 2011 and held the role until his retirement, also acting as Speaker during periods of vacancy. As the longest-serving PAP , he contributed to parliamentary proceedings over 32 years, often engaging robustly in debates on governance and opposition accountability. Chong announced his retirement ahead of the 2020 , citing a desire to step aside for renewal within the party.

Early Life and Education

Childhood and Family Background

Charles Chong You Fook was born in 1953 in the . His formative years unfolded amid the uncertainties of the nation's abrupt independence on 9 August 1965, following separation from , a period marked by acute economic vulnerabilities including rates above 10 percent, acute shortages, and dependence on in a resource-scarce environment. These conditions necessitated rapid industrialization and foreign investment drives under the government, instilling in young Singaporeans like Chong an appreciation for merit-based policies and fiscal discipline as bulwarks against instability. Such early immersion in survival-oriented governance likely reinforced causal priorities on institutional robustness over ideological experiments, evident in Chong's enduring emphasis on practical outcomes in .

Formal Education and Early Career

Chong completed his at St. Michael's School from 1960 to 1966 and his secondary education at Saint Joseph's Institution from 1967 to 1972. He then pursued studies in aircraft engineering at Sydney Technical College in , earning a diploma in 1976. After qualifying as an aircraft engineer, Chong joined as a , applying his technical expertise in the sector. From 1985 onward, he transitioned into union leadership, serving as president of the Staff Union from 1985 to 1986 and as general secretary from January 1987 to January 1988. In this capacity, he also chaired the aircraft engineers branch of the SIA Staff Union, focusing on labor representation and negotiation in the aerospace industry. These roles honed his skills in organizational management and advocacy for industry workers, grounded in practical resolution of workplace disputes.

Political Career

Entry into Politics and Early Elections

Charles Chong entered Singaporean politics in 1988, contesting the general election on 3 September as a (PAP) candidate in (GRC), representing the Nee Soon East ward. The PAP slate secured victory over the challengers, enabling Chong to serve as Member of Parliament (MP) for Yishun East until the next election in 1991. In the 1991 general election, Chong was fielded in Eunos GRC, where the PAP team defeated (WP) candidates, allowing him to continue parliamentary service through 1996. This period marked his establishment within the PAP amid heightened electoral competition, following the opposition's breakthrough in the 1984 Anson by-election, with Chong's union background contributing to a focus on mobilization and practical constituency work over ideological appeals. Chong's early electoral efforts prioritized economic pragmatism and community engagement to maintain PAP dominance, as evidenced by his subsequent contests in single-member constituencies like Joo Chiat, where he achieved victories against WP opponents through targeted voter outreach, though detailed margins from initial SMC bids reflect the party's emphasis on defending marginal seats.

Parliamentary Service and Constituencies

Charles Chong represented the (PAP) in for seven terms from 1988 to 2020, accumulating 32 years of service across multiple constituencies in eastern Singapore. His tenure included representation in Pasir Ris-Punggol (GRC) from 2001 to 2011, focusing on the Punggol Central ward, where the PAP team secured victories in the 2001 and 2006 general elections against opposition challenges from the . In the 2011 general election, Chong shifted to Joo Chiat Single Member Constituency (SMC), succeeding retiring MP Chan Soo Sen, and won with 51.02% of valid votes (9,666 votes) against Workers' Party candidate Yee Jenn Jong, prevailing by a slim margin of 388 votes in a hotly contested race. This victory maintained PAP control over the constituency, which was later absorbed into GRC ahead of the 2015 election. Chong's final terms came in Punggol East SMC, where he reclaimed the seat for the PAP in the 2015 from Workers' Party incumbent Lee Li Lian—who had captured it in a 2013 —with 51.76% of valid votes (16,957 votes), securing a of 1,156 votes amid national gains for the PAP. Leveraging prior familiarity with residents from his Pasir Ris- GRC days, Chong emphasized sustained local ties to rebuild support in the constituency, which was eventually merged into GRC before the 2020 election. These successive narrow wins in single-member constituencies underscored the electoral resilience of PAP candidates in competitive urban districts.

Key Roles and Legislative Contributions

Charles Chong served as Deputy Speaker of the from 2011 to 2020, the longest tenure in that role for a PAP backbencher. In November 2017, he was appointed Acting Speaker following Speaker Halimah Yacob's resignation to contest the , presiding over sessions until January 2018. As the longest-serving PAP backbencher over 32 years, Chong focused on parliamentary oversight, chairing sessions and participating in committees such as the Select Committee on deliberate online falsehoods in 2018. In legislative debates, Chong emphasized in local , particularly scrutinizing financial reporting. He questioned the Workers' Party-led Aljunied-Hougang-Punggol East handling of funds, citing audit discrepancies including a reported $22.5 million in unaccounted transfers between related entities, urging stricter data-verified transparency to mitigate risks of mismanagement. These interventions contributed to heightened parliamentary and governmental review of opposition-run councils, reinforcing standards through empirical scrutiny rather than . Chong also engaged in economic policy discussions, raising concerns during Committee of Supply debates about decelerating growth rates and the need for evidence-based adaptations as outlined in the Committee on the Future Economy report. His contributions prioritized causal analysis of inefficiencies, advocating reforms grounded in verifiable data over short-term populist incentives to sustain long-term fiscal stability.

Interactions with Opposition Parties

Charles Chong engaged in direct electoral contests with the (WP) in two single-member constituencies, emphasizing the risks of opposition governance through references to documented town council irregularities. In the 2011 general election, Chong, contesting Joo Chiat SMC as a late PAP candidate, defeated WP's Yee Jenn Jong with 51.01% of the votes against 48.99%, a margin of 2.02 percentage points in a ward with over 28,000 electors. During the campaign, Chong argued that PAP control ensured reliable infrastructure upgrades desired by residents, countering WP promises of alternative priorities; Yee responded by questioning the necessity of politically linked enhancements, highlighting a on fiscal . Chong's 2015 contest in Punggol East SMC further exemplified his confrontational approach toward WP incumbency. Parachuted into the WP-held seat previously won by Lee Li Lian in a 2013 by-election, Chong secured victory with 51.76% to her 48.24%, reclaiming the ward amid national scrutiny of WP's Aljunied-Hougang-Punggol East Town Council (AHPETC). He campaigned on PAP's superior management, citing AHPETC's audited lapses—including irregular payments and procurement flaws identified by and government auditors—as evidence of potential mismanagement risks under WP, which had prompted ministerial interventions and legal proceedings. Voter turnout exceeded 90%, with the narrow margin reflecting sustained PAP support despite WP's local incumbency advantage, underscoring empirical preference for established governance over opposition alternatives. These encounters drew opposition claims of PAP aggression, with WP alleging Chong employed divisive tactics to undermine their record, though no such assertions were upheld in electoral reviews or courts. Chong's strategy reinforced PAP dominance by appealing to voters' concerns over verifiable fiscal irregularities, as opposed to unsubstantiated narratives of foul play; subsequent absorption of both wards into constituencies in 2020 boundary revisions ended direct rematches, preserving PAP's broader electoral edge. WP's post-2015 responses critiqued Chong's statements on handover surpluses and council performance, but election outcomes and independent audits affirmed the substantive basis for his warnings against opposition stewardship.

Controversies and Criticisms

Allegations of Electoral Tactics

During the 2015 general election campaign for East Single Member Constituency (SMC), Charles Chong, the (PAP) candidate, distributed flyers alleging that S$22.5 million in sinking funds from the former North estate had been transferred to the (WP)-controlled Aljunied-Hougang (AHTC) and subsequently gone unaccounted for. The materials questioned WP's handling of public funds during the handover process following their 2011 win in (GRC), framing it as a potential lapse in financial oversight to underscore PAP's emphasis on accountable town council management. WP candidates countered that the transfer complied with standard procedures for estate handovers and accused Chong of misleading voters by implying misappropriation without evidence. Independent auditor KPMG's subsequent review of AHTC's accounts, commissioned amid broader town council probes, confirmed the S$22.5 million had been received but highlighted discrepancies in WP's accounting practices, attributing them to methodological differences rather than deliberate diversion or loss. No legal proceedings or findings established malfeasance specific to this transfer, though AHTC faced separate lawsuits over other and issues, resulting in civil judgments against WP leaders for in oversight. Chong maintained the flyers served to educate residents on fiscal prudence, defending them as legitimate scrutiny of opposition-managed entities prone to documented irregularities, without retracting the initial concerns despite the audit clarifications. WP supporters have criticized boundary adjustments affecting constituencies like Joo Chiat SMC—where Chong narrowly defeated WP's Yee Jenn Jong by 2.04% in 2011—as evidence of PAP-orchestrated to dilute opposition strongholds ahead of the 2015 polls, with the area absorbed into GRC. Such revisions, however, follow routine decennial reviews by the Electoral Boundaries Review Committee (EBRC), established under statutory guidelines to align divisions with , developments, and administrative , as seen in multiple cycles since 1959. Empirical data from census updates show Punggol's rapid expansion necessitated SMC creations and mergers, with no verifiable causal link to post-loss targeting; opposition claims of lack substantiation beyond partisan interpretation of neutral demographic-driven changes. Chong's campaigns, including late-evening flyer distributions compliant with pre-cooling-off deadlines, prioritized voter awareness of these fiscal and governance records over unproven irregularities.

Public Statements on Historical and Social Issues

Charles Chong has expressed views on Singapore's historical narratives, particularly in defense of the (PAP) government's record against perceived revisionist challenges. During public hearings of the Select Committee on Deliberate Online Falsehoods and Manipulation in 2018, Chong criticized historian Thum Ping Tjin's testimony, accusing him of engineering supportive submissions from academics and coordinating with foreign actors to subvert the parliamentary process rather than engaging substantively. Chong argued that Thum's claims, which portrayed the PAP as a of falsehoods and questioned events like , relied on selective evidence and ignored archival records affirming the government's anti-communist actions as necessary for stability. He emphasized empirical historical documentation over interpretive narratives, positioning such critiques as politically motivated rather than academically rigorous. On social issues, Chong supported the repeal of Section 377A of the Penal Code, which criminalized male homosexual acts, during parliamentary debates. In October 2018 and earlier interventions, he advocated for legal alignment with societal evolution, noting that non-enforcement had already rendered the law obsolete and that would not equate to endorsement of as a . Chong maintained that family-centric values remain foundational to Singaporean society, arguing against conflating repeal with broader rights like , and cited innate traits as a pragmatic basis for policy adjustment without ideological overreach. His stance diverged from many PAP colleagues, prioritizing over conservative signaling. Regarding the 1987 Operation Spectrum arrests—known as the Marxist Conspiracy—Chong voiced early reservations about the government's handling during his 1987 PAP recruitment interview, perceiving the detentions under the Internal Security Act as a potential mistake despite the broader context of threats. He later affirmed the necessity of anti- measures for but critiqued the specific operations as possibly excessive, reflecting a preference for proportionate responses grounded in verifiable threats over blanket actions. This position highlighted his willingness to question official narratives when evidence appeared inconclusive, while upholding the ISA's role in preserving stability.

Internal Party and Government Critiques

Charles Chong openly disagreed with the government's handling of the 1987 arrests carried out under , which targeted individuals accused of involvement in a Marxist conspiracy. In a 2020 interview, he stated that he had expressed this view internally at the time, believing the actions posed risks to long-term social stability by alienating segments of the population without clear evidence of a coordinated . This stance highlighted his willingness to challenge executive decisions within party channels, prioritizing causal assessments of policy outcomes over unquestioned alignment. Reflecting after the 2020 general election, Chong observed that the (PAP) tends to "circle the wagons" in response to external policy criticisms, rendering public rebukes ineffective for driving change. He emphasized instead the efficacy of internal , noting, "If you lobby from within (the party), much change can take place more effectively." This commentary underscored his advocacy for greater reliance on intraparty dialogue to incorporate ground sentiments, particularly in candidate selection and policy adaptation, as external input had been minimally heeded leading up to electoral setbacks. Chong also diverged from prevailing party positions on social legislation, such as the retention of Section 377A criminalizing male homosexual acts. In 2018 parliamentary debates, he described its persistence as a "blemish" on Singapore's legal framework, arguing it conflicted with broader principles of equality and modernity despite the government's cautious approach to societal shifts. His candor in these instances was later praised by PAP leaders, including Secretary-General , for fostering internal adaptability without undermining unity, though some within the party viewed such public divergences as risking cohesion absent demonstrable harm to electoral or governance outcomes.

Retirement and Legacy

Decision to Retire

On 27 June 2020, Charles Chong announced that he would not be contesting the impending , effectively retiring from electoral politics after serving as a for 32 years. This decision came amid the People's Action Party's (PAP) manifesto launch, where disclosed that approximately 20 PAP MPs, including Chong, were stepping down to refresh the party's candidate slate. At the time, Chong, aged 67, was the longest-serving PAP in . Chong's rationale centered on his extended tenure and the imperative to yield to younger leaders, reflecting the PAP's emphasis on renewal and merit-based progression over prolonged incumbency. He had entered in 1988 at age 35 without intending a decades-long career, but his repeated deployments in competitive constituencies underscored his role as a resilient campaigner. While personal factors such as age contributed, Chong framed the exit as a deliberate choice to prevent any sense of entitlement, aligning with Singapore's meritocratic political ethos that prioritizes capability over seniority. The announcement drew tributes highlighting Chong's combative style, with Prime Minister Lee praising him as a "street fighter" who fought "hard and smart" in tough battles, often securing narrow victories that demonstrated his effectiveness in high-stakes contests. As the longest-serving politician excluding prime ministers, his retirement symbolized the transition from veteran parliamentarians who anchored the PAP's grassroots defenses to a newer , though some opposition voices questioned the timing of multiple PAP retirements in the lead-up to boundary adjustments that reshaped constituencies like –Punggol.

Post-Political Reflections and Activities

Following his retirement from in July 2020 after the general election, Charles Chong expressed in interviews that meaningful policy influence in necessitates engagement within the (PAP), as external challenges prompt the party to defensively consolidate rather than adapt. He stated, "If you try and change from outside by attacking different policies, I notice that they always and then block you. But if you lobby from within (the party), much change can take place more effectively," underscoring the PAP's internal as key to governance effectiveness. Chong highlighted the PAP's track record of pragmatic dominance, attributing Singapore's economic transformation—from a per capita GDP of approximately S$500 in to over S$100,000 by 2020, with average annual growth exceeding 6%—to disciplined, evidence-based policies that prioritized stability over populist appeals often seen in opposition rhetoric. He cautioned against opposition strategies reliant on short-term voter incentives, drawing from his experience recapturing East in 2015 with 51.8% of the vote against the , where sustained grassroots engagement proved more enduring than rhetorical promises. In terms of activities, Chong indicated plans to transition to private life as an "ordinary senior citizen" post-retirement, potentially exploring non-political contributions after a period of rest, though no formal advisory or sector-specific roles have been publicly documented. His legacy endures as a of backbench tenacity, with empirical evidence from his successes in marginal constituencies—like Joo Chiat's narrow 1997 win and subsequent defenses—suggesting his combative style reinforced PAP resilience rather than undermining its image, as voter support held in high-stakes contests despite criticisms of abrasiveness.

Personal Life

Family and Relationships

Charles Chong is married and has two sons. His family life has remained largely private, aligning with cultural norms in that emphasize discretion in personal matters. In December 2016, Chong's younger son, Glenn Chong, then aged 30 and working as a regional programme manager at the Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung think-tank, donated a portion of his liver to his during a transplant procedure at the . Both sons had volunteered as potential donors, with Glenn selected as the better match, demonstrating strong familial support and solidarity. No significant public controversies involving his family have been reported, reflecting a stable personal foundation that supported his extended political career.

Health Challenges and Resilience

Charles Chong was diagnosed with non-alcoholic steatohepatitis, a form of liver inflammation that can progress to , in 2013. Despite the potential for his condition to necessitate a transplant and pose risks during physical demands, Chong chose to contest the East single-member constituency in the 2015 general election, where he secured re-election with 52.43% of the vote. By late 2016, Chong's liver function had deteriorated sufficiently to require a transplant, which he underwent on December 1 at the . His younger son, Glenn Chong, aged 30, volunteered and was selected as the donor after both sons were tested, providing a compatible portion of his liver in a living-donor procedure. Chong was discharged after a week and placed on eight weeks' medical leave, during which his condition remained stable and recovery progressed without reported complications. Defence Minister publicly commended Chong's fortitude in contesting the 2015 election amid undisclosed health risks, noting that such resolve exemplified commitment to over personal vulnerability. Following his recovery, Chong resumed parliamentary duties as Deputy Speaker and constituency work, continuing without further major interruptions until announcing his retirement ahead of the 2020 . This episode underscored Chong's capacity to prioritize obligations amid severe medical adversity, enabling sustained contributions to governance for several years post-transplant.

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