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Farid Khan announces bid to be Singapore's next president

Farid Khan Kaim Khan, 62, announced his candidacy for Singapore's next presidential election that will be held in September this year.

Here is a quick look at Khan's personal and professional background:

  • Khan was born in Geylang Serai. His family and relatives speak Malay and "practice the Malay culture"
  • Khan, who is married with two children, is of Pakistani descent
  • He started out cleaning toilets after his father's death when he was 13 years old
  • He is currently the chairman of marine service provider Bourbon Offshore Asia Pacific
  • Khan is also director at several companies in the marine sector

 (With inputs from Straits Times)