Whampoa Hoo Ah Kay (How his contributions made an impact on Singapore)

He held positions of Consul of Russia, China and Japan. When the Legislative Council was first formed in 1867, he was one of the Unofficial Members. In 1869, he became the first Asian member of the Legislative Council and within a few years was made an extraordinary member of the Executive Council, the first and only Chinese to have held this seat. On 10 May 1876, he received the honour of Companion of the Order of St Michael and St George (C.M.G.) at a public investiture ceremony held by the Straits Settlements Governor. Thus, he could help fight for rights for the Chinese immigrants, so the Chinese would not be treated unfairly. His contributions should be categorised under political impact.