Posted 4/15/2024, 8:03:00 AM
Lawrence Wong Set to Become Singapore's 4th Prime Minister, Taking Over From Lee Hsien Loong on May 15
- Lawrence Wong to officially become Singapore's new Prime Minister on May 15, taking over from current PM Lee Hsien Loong
- Wong, currently Deputy PM, was named successor 2 years ago as leader of ruling People's Action Party’s 4th generation team
- Leadership handover timing was first suggested late last year, to happen before next election by Nov 2025
- Wong will become Singapore's 4th Prime Minister after Lee Hsien Loong, Goh Chok Tong, and Lee Kuan Yew
- Wong pledges to devote all his energy to serving the country and people, calls on citizens to share ideas to build a bright future