Lee Hsien Loong

Date of Birth: February 10, 1952

Zodiac Sign: Aquarius

Biography

Lee Hsien Loong is a prominent Singaporean politician who has served as the Prime Minister of Singapore since August 12, 2004. Born into a political family, he is the eldest son of Lee Kuan Yew, the founding Prime Minister of Singapore, and Kwa Geok Choo, a lawyer. Lee Hsien Loong was born in Singapore and has been a key figure in the country’s political scene for decades. Educated at the University of Cambridge, Lee graduated with First-Class Honours in Mathematics and a Diploma in Computer Science, and later earned a Master of Public Administration from Harvard University’s Kennedy School of Government. Before entering politics, he served in the Singapore Armed Forces, attaining the rank of Brigadier-General. Lee entered politics in 1984, winning a seat in the Parliament of Singapore. Over the years, he has held multiple key positions, including Deputy Prime Minister, Minister for Trade and Industry, Minister for Finance, and Chairman of the Monetary Authority of Singapore. As Prime Minister, he has focused on policies aimed at economic growth, social welfare, and technological innovation, steering Singapore through various global and regional challenges.

5 Interesting Facts about Lee Hsien Loong

1. Lee Hsien Loong is fluent in English, Mandarin, and Malay, and has a working knowledge of Russian.

2. He was awarded the Order of Honour (First Class) by the President of Kazakhstan in 2016.

3. Lee Hsien Loong underwent treatment for lymphoma in 1992 and has been in remission since.

4. He is an avid bridge player and has represented Singapore in international bridge competitions.

5. Lee Hsien Loong is known for his active engagement on social media, particularly on Facebook, where he shares insights on governance and personal reflections.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Lee Hsien Loong

1. “The Singapore economy does not owe anybody a living.”

2. “We must always keep in mind the need to improve the lives of Singaporeans.”

3. “We must be able to compete with the best in the world.”

4. “Our challenge is to keep Singapore special, to keep it safe and secure, and to keep it a shining example of what a small country can achieve.”

5. “Technology is a key enabler for our next phase of economic development.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

Lee Hsien Loong’s highest estimated net worth is approximately $80 million.

Children

Lee Hsien Loong has four children. He has a son and a daughter from his first marriage to Wong Ming Yang, who passed away in 1982. He also has two sons with his second wife, Ho Ching, who is the CEO of Temasek Holdings.