Lawrence Wong

On 15th May, 2024, Lawrence Wong, a renowned economist, took oath as Singapore's fourth prime minister, succeeding Lee Hsien Loong in a planned political transition.

Lawrence Wong, 51, succeeds Lee Hsien Loong, 72, in Singapore's leadership transition.
Both belong to the ruling People's Action Party (PAP), known for driving Singapore's economic progress.
Wong, previously the Deputy Prime Minister, now leads the fourth-generation PAP government as Prime Minister and Finance Minister.
President Tharman Shanmugaratnam administered the oath, emphasizing continuity and stability in Wong's leadership.