Rena Lee elected to International Court of Justice, becoming first Singaporean judge

Channel NewsAsia (CNA)State / PublicCenterNov 3

Rena Lee has been elected to serve as a judge on the International Court of Justice, marking a historic milestone as she becomes the first Singaporean to hold this position. At age 57, Ms. Lee achieved the highest vote count during the election process held by the United Nations General Assembly, receiving 151 votes out of a total of 191. She also secured a joint-high score within the United Nations Security Council, garnering 13 votes out of 15. This appointment represents a significant achievement for Singapore’s legal community and its international standing.

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The Straits TimesParty-aligned🔒CenterNov 3

Rena Lee has been elected as a judge to the International Court of Justice, making her the first Singaporean to hold this position. She is noted as only the second candidate from Southeast Asia to secure a seat on the world court located in The Hague, Netherlands, since its establishment in 1945. This appointment marks a significant milestone for Singapore’s representation in international judicial institutions.

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