Posting a series of images on his Twitter account, signed “LHL”, at the end of his six-day visit, SM Lee wrote: “Took a #jalanjalan at the lively Yuyuan Old Street in the evening. Every corner is captivating as the traditional Chinese buildings are illuminated with beautiful lights.” The phrase “jalan jalan” is Singlish — that is, Singapore English — for “taking a stroll”.
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Lee Hsien Loong’s first China visit as Senior Minister focuses on milestone SIP anniversary
Lee, who served as the third Prime Minister of Singapore from 2004 to 2024, visited China 14 times during his stint. In Suzhou, SM Lee will take part in commemorative activities for the 30th anniversary of the China-Singapore Suzhou Industrial Park (SIP), together with Vice Premier of the State Council He Lifeng.
Singaporeans must stand united to be heard on the world stage as global order shifts, says PM Wong at PAP70 conference
Set to become the next PAP Secretary General, completing the Singapore leadership transition, PM Wong told the audience, “With your support, and support from our newly elected CEC, I will lead the PAP into the next general election.”
In Pics: Singapore National Day Parade 2024 celebrates “kampung spirit” of “little red dot”
What was new at the NDP this year was the presence of Singapore’s new Prime Minister Lawrence Wong, who took over the leadership baton from former Prime Minister (and present Senior Minister) Lee Hsien Loong in May 2024.
How to reject casual racism? SM Lee Hsien Loong tells Singapore youth ahead of National Day 2024
Upon witnessing an instance of casual racism, SM Lee said, “we have to express disapproval, and if it is done with ill intent, we have to be quite firm to come down and put it down”. At the same time, he advised, “we should not become hypersensitive”.
Singapore SM Lee Hsien Loong back after Malaysia trip to attend new king’s installation
SM Lee was “among a select group of foreign leaders invited by His Majesty to attend the installation ceremony”, said a pre-trip media release by the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO), Singapore.
Singapore Home Ministry restricts 95 social media accounts linked to Chinese tycoon Guo Wengui
These 95 accounts, which are now restricted, “contained narratives which alleged that Singapore is in the pocket of a foreign actor”, said the MHA. Posts pushing such narratives were published in the run-up to the swearing-in of the new head of state in mid-May.
#HormatSAF: Singapore celebrates SAF Day, and 40 years of Total Defence
Singapore President Tharman Shanmugaratnam and Prime Minister Lawrence Wong participated in SAF Day celebrations on July 1.
Singapore SM Lee Hsien Loong again targeted by deepfakes; scam videos put out false views
These latest scam videos show Lee Hsien Loong purportedly commenting on international matters.
Singapore Founders’ Memorial, set for 2028 opening, to capture values and vision of pioneers
Ex-PM Lee Hsien Loong, son of modern Singapore founder Lee Kuan Yew, explained the importance of the Memorial — it would not be only a showcase of the past, but also a guiding compass for the future.
