DPM Lawrence Wong to take over from PM Lee on May 15

After he is sworn in, DPM Lawrence Wong will be Singapore’s fourth prime minister, succeeding PM Lee Hsien Loong.

After he is sworn in at 8pm on May 15 at the Istana, DPM Wong, who entered politics 13 years ago, will be Singapore’s fourth prime minister.“Lawrence and the 4G team have worked hard to gain the people’s trust, notably during the pandemic,” he said. “Through the Forward Singapore exercise, they have worked with many Singaporeans to refresh our social compact and develop the national agenda for a new generation.

His assured manner during the task force’s many press conferences and ability to break down issues simply had gained him admirers. The usually business-like minister also showed a gentler side, choking back tears as he thanked healthcare and other front-line workers during a speech in Parliament at the height of the crisis.

While the Forward SG report has been described as a continuation of the work of the Government, there are signs that the new team will go further than their predecessors, as signalled by policy shifts such as the forthcoming introduction of unemployment assistance.I am honoured to be asked to undertake this new responsibility as the Prime Minister of Singapore. I accept this responsibility with humility and a deep sense of duty. I pledge to give you my all in this undertaking.

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