Standing at the fringes was 21-year-old Republic Polytechnic student Bernice Hing, who spoke of her meeting with Mr Wong almost six years ago. She remembered being worried and panicking at a meet-the-people session, before Mr Wong sat her down and told her to relax — though she declined to reveal why she was there at … Read more
BUILDING ON OUR STRENGTHS This is not the first time that we’ve had to confront tough external circumstances. We have done so repeatedly over the last six decades. Each time, we have weathered the storms and emerged stronger. The key to our success is our high level of trust in each other and our ability … Read more
SINGAPORE: Singapore is entering uncharted territory as it enters the next phase of its development, said Deputy Prime Minister Lawrence Wong. While the unpredictable geopolitical environment poses some challenges, there are also silver linings for the nation to tap on, including its position as a trusted player in the Southeast Asian region, said Singapore’s next … Read more
Mr Tharman’s letter to Mr Lee: Dear Prime Minister, Thank you for your letter of 13 May 2024 informing me that you and your government intend to resign on 15 May 2024. In my judgment, concurring with your advice, Mr Lawrence Wong is the Member of Parliament who commands the confidence of the majority of … Read more
The first hiccup occurred in July 2004 when Mr Lee made an unofficial visit to Taiwan about a month before he became prime minister. China’s foreign ministry spokesperson expressed its “strong dissatisfaction” and protest, saying the visit had “hurt the feelings of 1.3 billion Chinese people”. Singapore upholds a “One China” policy that sees Taiwan … Read more
THE ROLE OF THE OPPOSITION IN PARLIAMENT Mr Lee said that in parliament, “there are ample alternative voices”. “The opposition has a dozen MPs (Members of Parliament); there are NMPs (Nominated Members of Parliament) as well. All views are aired and questions are asked without any restraint – answered, debated. People write all sorts of … Read more
