Glad that most passengers and crew from SQ321 have safely arrived in Singapore. I offer my deepest condolences to the family of the passenger who passed away, and I wish the injured passengers and crew a quick recovery. – LHL
Today is Vesak. Buddhists commemorate the birth, enlightenment & passing of Gautama Buddha, and also remember his teachings, compassion & kindness. I wish all Buddhists a peaceful & blessed Vesak Day! 愿各界的佛教徒法喜充满,福慧双修。卫塞节快乐!– LHL
Joined NRF’s RIEC for their Mid Term Review tdy. RIEC's role is to advise the government on national research and innovation strategies, enabling SG to seize opportunities and create new solutions. Thank you all for your time & counsel. – LHL
Congrats to recipients of the Teck Ghee CCC-CDC Education Merit Awards! Spent a happy morning celebrating the achievements of our students. Apart from academic pursuits, it is also important to explore beyond books. You have a bright future ahead! – LHL
.
@LawrenceWongST
has been sworn-in as Singapore’s 4th Prime Minister. I am honoured to serve as Senior Minister and I ask all Singaporeans to join me in giving PM Lawrence our fullest support to take Singapore to greater heights. 🇸🇬 – LHL
Today, I formally informed President
@Tharman_S
of my decision to resign as Prime Minister on 15 May 2024. I also advised him to invite
@LawrenceWongST
, who commands the confidence of the majority of MPs, to form the next government. – LHL
Happy Mother’s Day to all mums, grandmums and mums-to-be! ❤️ Had a wonderful time celebrating with the mums of Fernvale and their loved ones this evening. Do give your mum a hug and kiss every day and let her know how much you appreciate her! – LHL
Had a great time at NJC Funtasia today! Kudos to National Junior College and their partner, Eden School and Eden Centre for Adults, for organising this charity carnival. I also send my heartfelt congratulations to NJC on your 55th anniversary! – LHL
Held my last Cabinet meeting as PM tdy. It has been my privilege to lead my Cabinet team for the past 20 yrs. From next week, PM
@lawrencewongst
will take charge in Cabinet meetings, but I will continue to contribute as SM in support of the 4G team. – LHL
Today was my last Parliament Sitting as PM. I’ll continue serving as an MP, albeit from a different seat in the Chamber. I thank all MPs, NMPs & NCMPs, past & present, for your contributions to robust & serious debates in Parliament. – LHL
.
@kshanmugam
made a Ministerial Statement on SG’s national drug control policy in
@parl_sg
today. Also met with ex-drug offenders, their families, officials and volunteers. I am confident we can control the drug problem here. – LHL
Over the past few wks, I have received many messages of appreciation & encouragement, and I would like to thank all of you for your warm words & good wishes. We would not have been able to achieve so much over the decades without your loyal support. – LHL
Glad to meet His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim Sultan Iskandar, Malaysia’s Yang di-Pertuan Agong, this morning. Both our countries share a close friendship, underpinned by historical ties. I wish the Sultan a fruitful visit! – LHL
Spoke at
#MayDayRally2024
, my last major speech before I hand over to DPM
@lawrencewongst
on 15 May. After 20 years as PM, I can say in all good conscience that both the NTUC and
@PAPSingapore
have delivered on our promises to Singaporeans. – LHL