PM Wong to Singaporeans: Honour Lee Kuan Yew's legacy through actions

Leaders pay tribute to Singapore's founding father on 10th anniversary of his death

- Andrew Wong

On the 10th anniversary of Mr Lee Kuan Yew's death, Prime Minister Lawrence Wong called on Singaporeans to honour the legacy of Singapore's founding father through their actions.

Modern Singapore stands as a testament to Mr Lee's vision for the nation, having become a clean and green city-state that is "admired and respected around the world".

"Together with his pioneering team, Mr Lee defied the odds to build a nation anchored in meritocracy, strengthened by economic resilience, and held together by a deep commitment to harmony," said PM Wong in a Facebook post on March 23.

He added: "The Singapore story is still being written. Together, let's forge a brighter future worthy of the foundation he laid."

Mr Lee became Singapore's prime minister in 1959, serving in that office until he stepped down in 1990. He remained in politics as a senior minister and minister mentor until his retirement in May 2011. He was then appointed senior adviser to the GIC sovereign wealth fund.

Mr Lee died on March 23, 2015, at 91.