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	'''Muhammad Faishal bin Ibrahim Khan Surattee''' (Jawi: محمد فيصل إبراهيم; born 16 June 1968) is a Singaporean politician and former academic who has been a prominent figure in the country's government and Malay-Muslim community leadership. A member of the governing People's Action Party (PAP), he currently holds the appointments of Acting Minister-in-charge of Muslim Affairs and Senior Minister of State in the Ministry of Home Affairs, positions he assumed in May 2025 as part of a cabinet reshuffle under Prime Minister Lawrence Wong.		'''Muhammad Faishal bin Ibrahim Khan Surattee''' (Jawi: محمد فيصل إبراهيم; born 16 June 1968) is a Singaporean politician and former academic who has been a prominent figure in the country's government and Malay-Muslim community leadership. A member of the governing People's Action Party (PAP), he currently holds the appointments of Acting Minister-in-charge of Muslim Affairs and Senior Minister of State in the Ministry of Home Affairs, positions he assumed in May 2025 as part of a cabinet reshuffle under Prime Minister Lawrence Wong.<ref>https://mothership.sg/2025/05/faishal-ibrahim-masagos-minister-muslim-affairs/</ref>

	Faishal's political career, which began in 2006, is marked by a steady and deliberate ascent through various parliamentary and ministerial roles across a wide spectrum of portfolios, including transport, health, education, social and family development, and national development. This trajectory reflects a systematic grooming for senior leadership, culminating in his current responsibilities where he serves as a key government voice on national security and as the principal liaison for policies concerning the Malay-Muslim community. In May 2025, his standing within the party was further solidified when he was co-opted into the PAP's Central Executive Committee, its highest decision-making body.		Faishal's political career, which began in 2006, is marked by a steady and deliberate ascent through various parliamentary and ministerial roles across a wide spectrum of portfolios, including transport, health, education, social and family development, and national development.<ref name=":0">https://www.pmo.gov.sg/The-Cabinet/Assoc-Prof-Muhammad-FAISHAL</ref> This trajectory reflects a systematic grooming for senior leadership, culminating in his current responsibilities where he serves as a key government voice on national security and as the principal liaison for policies concerning the Malay-Muslim community. In May 2025, his standing within the party was further solidified when he was co-opted into the PAP's Central Executive Committee, its highest decision-making body.<ref name=":1">https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Muhammad_Faishal_Ibrahim</ref>

	Before entering politics, Faishal had a distinguished career in academia as an Associate Professor in the Department of Real Estate at the National University of Singapore (NUS). His background as a technocrat, with deep expertise in real estate, urban planning, and management science, has provided a distinct analytical foundation for his policy work, particularly in the areas of public housing and social support systems. He has become known for his nuanced and data-driven approach to complex social issues, as well as for his forthright public statements on sensitive domestic and international matters, positioning him as a significant leader within Singapore's fourth-generation (4G) and fifth-generation (5G) political leadership.		Before entering politics, Faishal had a distinguished career in academia as an Associate Professor in the Department of Real Estate at the National University of Singapore (NUS). His background as a technocrat, with deep expertise in real estate, urban planning, and management science, has provided a distinct analytical foundation for his policy work, particularly in the areas of public housing and social support systems. He has become known for his nuanced and data-driven approach to complex social issues, as well as for his forthright public statements on sensitive domestic and international matters, positioning him as a significant leader within Singapore's fourth-generation (4G) and fifth-generation (5G) political leadership.<ref name=":1" />

	For the full list of positions, refer to [https://web.archive.org/web/20250220111515/https://www.parliament.gov.sg/mps/list-of-current-mps/mp/details/muhammad-faishal-ibrahim PARL Link].		For the full list of positions, refer to [https://web.archive.org/web/20250220111515/https://www.parliament.gov.sg/mps/list-of-current-mps/mp/details/muhammad-faishal-ibrahim PARL Link].

	== Early Life and ~~Education~~ ==		== Early Life and Academic Career ==
	Muhammad Faishal Ibrahim's career path before entering politics was characterized by a focused and linear progression in the specialized field of real estate and management science. This period established a strong technocratic foundation that would later inform his approach to public policy.		Muhammad Faishal Ibrahim's career path before entering politics was characterized by a focused and linear progression in the specialized field of real estate and management science. This period established a strong technocratic foundation that would later inform his approach to public policy.

	=== Education ===		=== Education ===
			Faishal's early education took place at Telok Kurau East Primary School and Bedok South Primary School, followed by Bedok View Secondary School and Nanyang Junior College. His tertiary and postgraduate studies demonstrated a consistent pursuit of expertise in real estate and management.<ref name=":1" />

			He enrolled at the National University of Singapore (NUS), where he completed a Bachelor of Science with Honours in Estate Management in 1993. He continued his postgraduate studies at NUS, earning a Master of Science in Real Estate Management in 1996. His performance was exceptional, as he graduated as the best overall student in his cohort and was awarded the prestigious Real Estate Developers Association of Singapore (REDAS) Gold Medal, an early indicator of his academic prowess in the field.<ref name=":0" />

			His academic achievements earned him a NUS Overseas Graduate Scholarship, a competitive award given to promising academics for doctoral studies. Under this scholarship, he pursued and completed a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Management Science at the University of Manchester Institute of Science and Technology (UMIST) in the United Kingdom in 2000.<ref name=":0" />

	=== Pre-Political Career ===		=== Pre-Political Career ===

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 * '''Trial of Pro-Palestinian Activists:''' In July 2025, during the trial of three women accused of organizing an unpermitted pro-Palestinian procession near the Istana, Faishal publicly addressed the matter. He urged the public to refrain from personal attacks against the accused and to act with decorum. He framed the issue by stating, "Our strength as a society lies not only in what we stand for, but in how we treat those who disagree with us".
 * '''Upholding the Rule of Law:''' In the same statement, he carefully separated the activists' cause from the alleged offense. He emphasized that the charges were not about their views on the Palestinian issue but about the specific act of holding a procession in a prohibited area without a permit, clarifying that the law would apply equally regardless of the cause. This approach allowed the government to enforce its public order laws while appearing reasonable and empathetic, thereby de-escalating a potentially volatile situation. It is a clear example of the pragmatic governance model used to manage public sentiment on contentious issues.
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	'''Muhammad Faishal Ibrahim''' (born 16 June 1968) is a Singaporean politician from the governing [[People's Action Party]] (PAP). He has been serving as Minister of State for Home Affairs and Minister of State for National Development since 2020. He has been an MP for Nee Soon GRC's central division since 2011.		'''Muhammad Faishal Ibrahim''' (born 16 June 1968) is a Singaporean politician from the governing [[People's Action Party]] (PAP). He has been serving as Minister of State for Home Affairs and Minister of State for National Development since 2020. He has been an MP for Nee Soon GRC's central division since 2011.

	For the full list of positions, refer to https://www.parliament.gov.sg/mps/list-of-current-mps/mp/details/muhammad-faishal-ibrahim		For the full list of positions, refer to [https://web.archive.org/web/20250220111515/https://www.parliament.gov.sg/mps/list-of-current-mps/mp/details/muhammad-faishal-ibrahim PARL Link].

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	After earning his bachelor's degree, Faishal started his career at the Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore in 1993. After completing his master's degree in 1996, he joined the NUS Department of Real Estate as a senior tutor. 2010, he was an associate professor at the NUS Department of Real Estate.		After earning his bachelor's degree, Faishal started his career at the Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore in 1993. After completing his master's degree in 1996, he joined the NUS Department of Real Estate as a senior tutor. 2010, he was an associate professor at the NUS Department of Real Estate.

	== Political career ==		=== Political career ===
	Before entering politics, Faishal joined the PAP as a volunteer. He supported programs that focus on safety nets. He debuted in politics in the 2006 general election as part of a six-member PAP team representing Marine Parade GRC. The PAP team secured an easy victory by an uncontested walkover, and Faishal was appointed as an MP representing the Kaki Bukit ward of Marine Parade GRC.		Before entering politics, Faishal joined the PAP as a volunteer. He supported programs that focus on safety nets. He debuted in politics in the 2006 general election as part of a six-member PAP team representing Marine Parade GRC. The PAP team secured an easy victory by an uncontested walkover, and Faishal was appointed as an MP representing the Kaki Bukit ward of Marine Parade GRC.

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	Faishal's political career continues to shine. In the 2020 election, Faisal was a part of the PAP team for Nee Soon GRC. The team gained 61.90 percent of the vote, defeating the Progress Singapore Party (PSP). Faishal was then appointed to Minister of State, the Ministry of Home Affairs, and the Ministry of National Development.		Faishal's political career continues to shine. In the 2020 election, Faisal was a part of the PAP team for Nee Soon GRC. The team gained 61.90 percent of the vote, defeating the Progress Singapore Party (PSP). Faishal was then appointed to Minister of State, the Ministry of Home Affairs, and the Ministry of National Development.

	== ~~Controversy over~~ Facebook post ==		== Controversies==

			==="Low class" Facebook post ===
	Faishal's Facebook post on Father's Day triggered controversy and criticism from netizens. Faishal posted a picture with WP MP Pritam Singh in Nee Soon, the area Faishal and his PAP team represented. Faishal said Singh's visit was "very infrequent."<ref>https://www.theonlinecitizen.com/2019/06/18/dr-muhammad-faishal-ibrahim-slammed-for-his-classless-facebook-post-on-fathers-day/</ref>		Faishal's Facebook post on Father's Day triggered controversy and criticism from netizens. Faishal posted a picture with WP MP Pritam Singh in Nee Soon, the area Faishal and his PAP team represented. Faishal said Singh's visit was "very infrequent."<ref>https://www.theonlinecitizen.com/2019/06/18/dr-muhammad-faishal-ibrahim-slammed-for-his-classless-facebook-post-on-fathers-day/</ref>

	Netizens slammed Faishal for his"low class" post, arguing that PAP members only visited once a year during the election~~. While~~ Pritam is considered brave in fighting for the rights of Singaporeans.		Netizens slammed Faishal for his "low class" post, arguing that PAP members only visited once a year during the election while Pritam is considered brave in fighting for the rights of Singaporeans.

	== Criticism of more lenient penalties in new traffic bill ==		=== Criticism for proposing more lenient penalties in new traffic bill ===
	Faishal explained that the minimum mandatory penalties for offenders were cut in a newly passed road traffic bill, adding that the courts have the power to determine sentences based on the circumstances of the cases.		Faishal explained that the minimum mandatory penalties for offenders were cut in a newly passed road traffic bill, adding that the courts have the power to determine sentences based on the circumstances of the cases.

	For example, the mandatory punishment for driving causing death is cut from four years to two. At the same time, the sentence for causing grievous hurt is lowered from two to one year. The court will see"gradual progression" in sentencing first-offenders and repeat-offenders, Faishal claimed.<ref>https://www.theonlinecitizen.com/2019/06/18/dr-muhammad-faishal-ibrahim-slammed-for-his-classless-facebook-post-on-fathers-day/</ref>		For example, the mandatory punishment for driving causing death is cut from four years to two. At the same time, the sentence for causing grievous hurt is lowered from two to one year. The court will see "gradual progression" in sentencing first-offenders and repeat-offenders, Faishal claimed.<ref>https://www.theonlinecitizen.com/2019/06/18/dr-muhammad-faishal-ibrahim-slammed-for-his-classless-facebook-post-on-fathers-day/</ref>

	However, this bill sparked criticism among parliament members, arguing that it is too lenient and will underestimate the importance of safe driving.		However, this bill sparked criticism among parliament members, arguing that it is too lenient and will underestimate the importance of safe driving.
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	Muhammad Faishal ~~bin~~ Ibrahim ~~Khan Surattee~~ (born 16 June 1968) is a Singaporean politician from the governing [[People's Action Party]] (PAP). He has been serving as Minister of State for Home Affairs and Minister of State for National Development since 2020. He has been an MP for Nee Soon GRC's central division since 2011.		'''Muhammad Faishal Ibrahim''' (born 16 June 1968) is a Singaporean politician from the governing [[People's Action Party]] (PAP). He has been serving as Minister of State for Home Affairs and Minister of State for National Development since 2020. He has been an MP for Nee Soon GRC's central division since 2011.

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