Age, Biography and Wiki
Jek Yeun Thong was born on 29 July, 1930 in Singapore, Straits Settlements, British Malaya, is a Singaporean politician. Discover Jek Yeun Thong's Biography, Age, Height, Physical Stats, Dating/Affairs, Family and career updates. Learn How rich is he in this year and how he spends money? Also learn how he earned most of networth at the age of 87 years old?
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Politician |
| Age |
87 years old |
| Zodiac Sign |
Leo |
| Born |
29 July, 1930 |
| Birthday |
29 July |
| Birthplace |
Singapore, Straits Settlements, British Malaya |
| Date of death |
3 June, 2018 |
| Died Place |
Singapore |
| Nationality |
Singapore
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Jek Yeun Thong Height, Weight & Measurements
At 87 years old, Jek Yeun Thong height not available right now. We will update Jek Yeun Thong's Height, weight, Body Measurements, Eye Color, Hair Color, Shoe & Dress size soon as possible.
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Who Is Jek Yeun Thong's Wife?
His wife is Huang Kek Chee
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| Wife |
Huang Kek Chee |
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2 |
Jek Yeun Thong Net Worth
His net worth has been growing significantly in 2023-2024. So, how much is Jek Yeun Thong worth at the age of 87 years old? Jek Yeun Thong’s income source is mostly from being a successful politician. He is from Singapore. We have estimated Jek Yeun Thong's net worth, money, salary, income, and assets.
| Net Worth in 2024 |
$1 Million - $5 Million |
| Salary in 2024 |
Under Review |
| Net Worth in 2023 |
Pending |
| Salary in 2023 |
Under Review |
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Not Available |
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Not Available |
| Source of Income |
politician |
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Timeline
Jek Yeun Thong (29 July 1930 – 3 June 2018) was a Singaporean politician who served as Minister for Science and Technology between 1976 and 1977, Minister for Culture between 1968 and 1977 and Minister for Labour between 1963 and 1968.
In 1955, Jek's foray into politics began when he assisted the People's Action Party (PAP) during the 1955 general election.
He was appointed to the party's Central Executive Committee (CEC) as a political secretary in 1957.
That same year, due to his communist beliefs, he was detained under the Internal Security Act by Lim Yew Hock's government.
He was eventually released and when the PAP formed the Government, he held the posts of Assistant Treasurer and then Treasurer on the Central Executive Committee of the PAP between 1959 and 1976.
Together with Lee Khoon Choy, Jek was appointed as the government representatives on the Joint-Government-University Liaison Committee in 1960 to reform Nanyang University.
Jek was considered as one of the 'Old Guard'—the first generation of leaders of independent Singapore.
He is credited for being one of the 10 ministers who signed the Independence of Singapore Agreement in 1965.
Apart from serving as the deputy chairman of the People's Association (PA), he also served as Minister of Culture for 12 years between 1968 and 1978.
Additionally, he also served as Minister for Science and Technology between 1976 and 1977.
Jek was awarded the Second Class of the Order of Nila Utama in 1990.
One of his final major public appearances was at the National Day Parade of 2015 in remembrance of Lee Kuan Yew.
Jek died at home at the age of 87 on 3 June 2018.
A private wake and funeral was held in accordance with his wishes.
As a mark of respect, the government ordered the state flag on all government buildings to be flown at half-mast on 7 June 2018.
Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong, President Halimah Yacob and many other political figures in Singapore offered their condolences to Jek's family.
Jek was survived by his 84-year-old wife Huang Kek Chee, his two sons Kian Jin and Kian Yee (aged 59 and 55 respectively), and five grandchildren.
