Outgoing Prime Minister as Lee Hsien Loong will be succeeded by Lawrence Wong [Photos from MCI/ PM Lee and Minister Wong's Facebook pages)The turnover will happen on 15 May.In an announcement, the Prime Minister’s Office said Finance Minister Lawrence Wong will succeed Lee, who will step down from office on 15 May.In a video published on his social media pages, Wong said he is “honoured to be asked to undertake” the role of Prime Minister.
Minister for Sustainability and the Environment Grace Fu described Lee as “ a terrific mentor and leader.” “PM Lee also placed much emphasis on growing Singapore’s position as an air and sea hub, which contributes to our economic competitiveness and the livelihoods of many workers,” Chee wrote. “As PM Lee prepares to hand over the baton to DPM Lawrence Wong, we are building on strong foundations and will continue his legacy to create an inclusive society and endearing home for current and future generations of Singaporeans,” the national development minister wrote.
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