Vivian Balakrishnan
HOLLAND-BUKIT TIMAH GRC

Vivian Balakrishnan

"It has been a privilege to have served almost two decades. I have watched children grow up; families and neighbours build strong bonds of friendship that will stand the test, in both good and tough times."

Vivian Balakrishnan

Vivian Balakrishnan

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 Introduction



Dr Vivian Balakrishnan is Singapore’s Minister for Foreign Affairs, and has been the Member of Parliament for Holland-Bukit Timah for 22 years.  

He is a strong advocate of families and was a co-founder of the ‘Dads-for-Life’ movement. He has focused on ensuring that local neighbourhoods provide a safe environment for families – especially for children to grow up confidently and seniors to age with dignity.

As Foreign Minister, Vivian advances and safeguards Singapore’s interests on the world stage. He is responsible for managing diplomatic relations of our unique and vulnerable city-state in a world that has become more volatile, uncertain, and complex. He has helmed the Ministry of Foreign Affairs since 2015. During the COVID-19 pandemic, he also undertook MFA’s largest consular operation to ensure that ‘no Singaporean was left behind’ in a crisis.

Vivian has held several cabinet positions and moved key pieces of legislation throughout his career. As Minister-in-charge of Smart Nation, he expedited the the evolution of Singpass into our universal national digital identity system and the rollout of inclusive digital services, including digital payment systems. As Minister for the Environment & Water Resources, he was a ministerial facilitator for negotiations that led to the Paris Agreement on Climate Change at the United Nations, and embarked on several major flood prevention schemes to improve our resilience for climate change. 

As the anchor minister for Holland-Bukit Timah, Vivian and his team remain focused on improving the welfare of residents and facilities in our neighbourhood. The community club at Senja-Cashew was the first to have an integrated sports facility. Better accessibility and connectivity for Bukit Panjang was achieved via the Downtown Line, and new nature parks have been developed for family use whilst protecting our natural green heritage.

Before politics, Vivian was an eye surgeon and CEO of Singapore General Hospital. A father and grandfather, he has been married to Joy since 1987.

 Branch Info



CASHEW (HOLLAND-BUKIT TIMAH GRC)

Chairperson:
Vivian Balakrishnan

Email:
cashew.mps@pap.org.sg