'A consistent and strong advocate for workers': NTUC Sec-Gen Ng Chee Meng says Lawrence Wong has labour movement's full support

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SINGAPORE - Singapore's next prime minister Lawrence Wong has the 'fullest support' of the labour movement, said NTUC secretary-general Ng Chee Meng, who also paid tribute to outgoing Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong at the annual May Day Rally.

'A consistent and strong advocate for workers': NTUC Sec-Gen Ng Chee Meng says Lawrence Wong has labour movement's full support

Describing Deputy Prime Minister Wong as "a consistent and strong advocate for workers", Mr Ng on May 1 said the labour movement looks forward to continuing its strong partnership with Mr Wong to benefit Singapore's workers and for the prosperity of the nation. "This sent a very strong message that our uniquely Singapore tripartite partnership will continue for many years to come under your leadership and we look forward to it," said Mr Ng.

The remarks followed a tribute and a standing ovation to PM Lee, where Mr Ng called him a "steadfast partner" who advanced the interest of workers to get better wages, welfare and work prospects.And PM Lee did so with utmost skill, carefully managing the dynamic balance between forging a strong economy for businesses and ensuring workers have a fair share in wages, he said.

 

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