From Bar to bench: Chief Justice Sundaresh Menon's career and landmark rulings
Singapore's Chief Justice Sundaresh Menon will retire in February 2027 after a 14-year tenure leading the judiciary. He will be succeeded by Justice Sushil Nair, marking a transition in the leadership of the nation's Supreme Court.
Why it matters
The Chief Justice plays a pivotal role in shaping the legal landscape and judicial modernization of Singapore, making this a significant transition for the country's legal system.
Chief Justice Menon, who will retire in February 2027, oversaw landmark rulings that struck at the heart of how the law takes shape in the lives of ordinary people.
Chief Justice Sundaresh Menon speaks during the Opening of the Legal Year, on Jan 12, 2026. (Photo: CNA/Wallace Woon)
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