Singapore's new PM Lawrence Wong is up against fierce headwinds

Major challenge will be guiding city-state through conflict-ridden world

2024-05-22 Editorial Singapore PM

Lawrence Wong is sworn in as Singapore's fourth prime minister at the Istana, the president's official residence, on May 15. © Reuters

Lawrence Wong has become Singapore's fourth prime minister. In the city-state's first change at the top in 20 years, the former deputy prime minister succeeded Lee Hsien Loong, who demonstrated strong leadership and international influence.

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