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Chinese teachers play important role in passing on values and culture: PM Wong

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September 07, 2025

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Chinese teachers play important role in passing on values and culture: PM Wong

Chinese teachers play an important role in Singapore, said Prime Minister Lawrence Wong, as the language is not just a communication tool but also a means of passing on values and culture.

These values include respecting elders, helping others, and not giving up in the face of difficulties, PM Wong said in Mandarin on Sept 6 at the 28th Distinguished Chinese Language Teachers Awards Ceremony at Fairmont Singapore.

The event, organised by Chinese language daily Lianhe Zaobao and ZBSchools — which produces Chinese student publications — was held in conjunction with the Teachers' Appreciation Gala organised by SPH Media's Chinese Media Group in celebration of Singapore's 60th birthday.

Referencing the recent National Day Parade where Singapore Armed Forces and Home Team veterans were honoured, PM Wong said that like them, Chinese teachers have played an important role in nation-building and deserve gratitude for their dedication and hard work.

He called on the more than 900 attendees at the gala dinner — including about 200 past recipients of the awards, political office-holders and members of the media — to build a society that is "we first" and not "me first", echoing his recent National Day Rally speech.

"Our Chinese community — including Chinese language teachers, media professionals and community leaders — exemplifies the Singaporean spirit," he said.

"You prioritise the nation, sacrificing self-interest for the greater good. You demonstrate immense resilience and perseverance in the face of adversity. Without your selfless dedication, Singapore would not be where it is today."

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