Ex PAP MP Amrin Amin wishes ex WP MP Faisal Manap well after having given 14 years to public life
SINGAPORE: In a recent Facebook post, a former MP from the ruling party reached across the aisle, so to speak, to voice support for a former opposition MP who made the news after a shift in his career. “Views may differ, but the heart to serve can be the same,” wrote Amrin Amin in his post about Faisal Manap. Mr Amrin posted a screenshot from Mothership from earlier this month where Mr Faisal had…
In a Facebook post, former ruling party MP Amrin Amin conveyed his support for ex-opposition MP Faisal Manap, who has transitioned into a career as a property agent. Amrin's post referenced an interview Mr Faisal gave about his new profession and his desire to provide for his family. Amrin, who had served as an MP for Sembawang from 2015 to 2020, emphasized that while opinions may vary, the desire to serve can be universal.
Faisal had previously worked as a technical officer for the Housing and Development Board and as a counsellor before becoming unemployed for 16 months. He then found employment at ERA Real Estate Singapore. Many Singaporeans have praised Faisal's decision to continue serving, even in a different capacity, emphasizing the importance of respect beyond political differences.
Some have even expressed their anticipation of Faisal's potential return to Parliament in future elections.
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