Singapore Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong stepping down and handing power to Deputy Lawrence Wong
Singapore Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong will step down and hand power to his deputy Lawrence Wong after two decades at the helm.
Key Points
- Lee Hsien Loong to step down on May 15 after two decades as Prime Minister
- Deputy Lawrence Wong to succeed him
- Wong to be sworn in as the fourth leader of Singapore since its independence
Pros
- Smooth transition of power
- Continuity in leadership
Cons
- Criticism of Singapore's government control and media censorship