The couple argued over the distribution of their matrimonial assets that included proceeds from the $6.2 million sale of their house in 2022.
In a judgment dated June 24, Justice Teh Hwee Hwee awarded the woman 60 per cent of the assets, while the man got 40 per cent. Justice Teh said the man, in addition to caring for the family and the children, had contributed financially in the early years of the marriage when he was working.The judgment did not state why they had divorced.
Claiming her ex-husband was not a house husband, the woman said he had to attend to his business and travel to Malaysia for work. The family also had domestic helpers. The couple’s second and third children, their son, 30, and daughter, 25, provided evidence of their mother being a strong, reliable, available and attentive parent, who was an ever-present source of comfort for them.
The three children had also given evidence on their father’s contributions as the primary homemaker, which supported his arguments.