Ong Teng Cheong vs Sveinn Bjornsson

As Minister for Communications, Ong championed the construction of Singapore's Mass Rapid Transit (MRT) system. The first phase opened in 1987, transforming public transportation in the city-state.

Ong served as Deputy Prime Minister of Singapore from 1985 to 1993 under Prime Minister Lee Kuan Yew and later Goh Chok Tong. He oversaw infrastructure development and urban planning.

Ong Teng Cheong was elected as the first directly elected President of Singapore in August 1993. He won 58.7% of the vote, defeating Chua Kim Yeow. The election marked a shift from a ceremonial to an elected presidency with custodial powers.

Ong resigned as President in September 1999, citing health reasons. He had been diagnosed with lymphoma. His resignation led to a by-election, which was won by Sellapan Ramanathan.

Björnsson was appointed Regent of Iceland in 1941, acting as head of state during the Danish king's absence due to the German occupation of Denmark. He exercised royal powers until the establishment of the republic.

Sveinn Björnsson was elected as the first President of Iceland after the country declared full independence from Denmark. He was chosen by the Althing (parliament) to serve as head of state, marking the establishment of the republic.

Björnsson was re-elected as president in 1945 without opposition, reflecting broad political consensus. He continued to serve as a unifying figure during Iceland's early years as a republic.

Björnsson was re-elected for a third term unopposed, continuing his role as head of state. His presidency was marked by stability and the consolidation of Iceland's democratic institutions.

Björnsson died in office on January 25, 1952, after serving as president for nearly eight years. His death led to the first presidential election in Iceland, which was won by Ásgeir Ásgeirsson.