Koh Poh Koon, no longer Senior Minister of State, will return to being a surgeon

Koh Poh Koon, no longer Senior Minister of State, will return to being a surgeon 02.06.2026

Koh Poh Koon has stepped down from his roles as Senior Minister of State for Manpower and Health, with his resignation taking effect on June 1, 2026, due to family reasons. Prime Minister Lawrence Wong accepted his resignation. Koh expressed his intention to return to his medical profession as a surgeon, stating his hope to reconnect with his former colleagues at the Ministry of Health (MOH) while serving Singaporeans' healthcare needs. He will continue his duties as a Member of Parliament for Tampines GRC. The announcement was made via social media platforms, including a Facebook video and an Instagram post on June 2, 2026, accompanied by farewell photos from MOH.

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