GE2025: PAP newcomer Foo Cexiang active in Punggol, could be fielded in new GRC
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Former senior civil servant Foo Cexian at the opening of Punggol Cove Rooftop garden, in the newly carved out Punggol SMC on April 13.
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SINGAPORE – Former senior civil servant Foo Cexiang said he has been attending events and learning from the MPs currently overseeing Punggol estates, on the assumption that he will be fielded in the new four-member GRC.
Mr Foo, a former director at the Ministry of Transport, was speaking to reporters on April 13 at the unveiling of a revamped rooftop garden at Block 101 Punggol Field.
When asked if he would be running as a PAP candidate for Punggol GRC, the 40-year-old said: “That is still something to be determined. I’ve been sent here by the party to learn as much as I can from the MPs, and I’m doing my best.”
He added that he is working on the basis that he will be running in Punggol GRC, and trying to meet as many people as he can.
“I’ve met quite a few, but (there is still) a long way more to go,” he said.
Mr Foo has been seen with Pasir Ris-Punggol GRC MPs
He joined Pasir Ris-Punggol grassroots organisations on April 2 after his last day at the Ministry of Transport on April 1.
He had overseen private and future mobility at the ministry, including electric vehicle policy, and been in the civil service for more than a decade.
Punggol GRC is expected to be fiercely contested in the coming election, with the WP likely to challenge the PAP.
The MPs currently overseeing Punggol estates are Senior Minister of State for Health and Digital Development and Information Janil Puthucheary, Minister of State for Home Affairs and Social and Family Development Sun Xueling, and labour MP Yeo Wan Ling.
When asked what Mr Foo brings to the table, Ms Yeo said: “(He) is a young dad to three young kids, so I do think that he will be able to really relate to some of the aspirations that our residents and young families have here in Punggol. And I hope he will be able to bring in fresh new ideas.”
She added that Mr Foo has also said he wants to do more for seniors living in Punggol.
At the event, Ms Yeo said that the revamped garden is among the community spaces meant to support youth and seniors in the estate.
Jointly developed by Punggol Cove Residents’ Committee and Pasir Ris-Punggol Town Council, the 4,785 sq m garden features three distinct themes: Sensory Garden, Community Gardening, and Exploring Biodiversity.
“Community spaces are vital to our precinct as they help strengthen bonds among residents. We’re committed to rejuvenating and creating more engaging and healthy environments for our youths, seniors and families,” said Ms Yeo.
