Chief Justice Sundaresh Menon to retire after 14 years, Justice Sushil Nair named successor

17/07/2026 9 Views

Commenting on his retirement, Chief Justice Menon said: “It has been a peerless privilege for me to have been entrusted with the responsibility of leading the Singapore Judiciary for almost a decade and a half.”

The role was a “calling to serve”, he said, adding that he was deeply grateful to the government for giving him the opportunity to take on the role in 2012.

He also thanked various stakeholders for their support, including judges, international judges, judicial service officers, court administrators and other staff.

“The commitment of each of them to the mission of delivering justice has inspired and sustained me. It has been a privilege for me to serve with them.”

In addition, he said that the Attorney-General’s Chambers and the Bar had been “close and invaluable collaborators in the project to develop our judicial and legal system into what it has become today”.

“When I took office in 2012, I pledged to work towards handing over to my successor an institution that would be stronger than the one I inherited. This has always been, and must continue to be, the way in the Singapore Public Service,” said Chief Justice Menon.

“I have given it my best. The time is coming when I will pass this responsibility on, and I know that my successor, Justice Sushil Nair, will similarly work to further strengthen and nurture this cherished national institution. I wish him all the very best and look forward to working closely with him in the coming months to ensure a successful transition.”

Justice Nair said he was “deeply honoured by the President’s appointment and profoundly conscious of the responsibilities that come with the office of Chief Justice”.

“I would like to express my deepest appreciation to Chief Justice Sundaresh Menon for his exceptional leadership and distinguished service to Singapore.

“Under his stewardship, the Judiciary continues to strengthen public confidence in the administration of justice and develop a principled, coherent body of Singapore law which is internationally recognised and cited in other jurisdictions.”

Justice Nair added: “By embracing innovation while remaining faithful to enduring legal principles, he has elevated Singapore’s reputation for judicial excellence and deepened our engagement with both the legal profession and the wider community. It is a privilege to build upon these strong foundations.

“Together with my colleagues on the Bench and across the Judiciary, I will strive to uphold the independence and integrity of our courts, safeguard the rule of law, and ensure that justice continues to be administered impartially, fairly and effectively in service of the people of Singapore.”

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