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Lawrence Wong Takes the Helm as Singapore's New Prime Minister

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Breaking news: Lawrence Wong sworn in as Singapore's first new prime minister. World leaders congratulate him on his new role. Find out more here!

Lawrence Wong has officially been sworn in as Singapore's new Prime Minister, marking a significant moment in the city-state's political history. Taking over from the esteemed Lee Hsien Loong, who held the position for two decades, Wong's appointment has garnered attention and accolades from world leaders and neighboring countries alike.

In a carefully orchestrated power transfer, the 51-year-old US-trained economist has stepped into the role with a promise to lead Singapore towards a brighter future. Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi from Malaysia was among the first to congratulate Wong on his new role, showcasing the strong bonds between the two nations.

With a focus on improving the nation's prospects and ensuring progress, Lawrence Wong has expressed his commitment to making tomorrow better than today. His vision and determination have already captured the attention and support of the international community.

As Lawrence Wong's leadership begins, Taiwan's government has also extended its congratulations to the new Prime Minister, recognizing his role in shaping Singapore's future direction. Wong's appointment as Singapore's fourth Prime Minister signifies a new chapter in the country's political landscape, marking an exciting time for its citizens and the global community.

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Congratulations to Prime Minister of Singapore Lawrence Wong (US Embassy in Singapore)

We thank outgoing Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong for all he has done over the past twenty years to strengthen our nations' deep and enduring partnership and ...

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Lawrence Wong sworn in as Singapore's first new prime minister in ... (Aljazeera.com)

Lee Hsien Loong, 72, bows out after 20 years in the city-state's top job in a carefully calibrated power transfer.

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World leaders congratulate Lawrence Wong on becoming ... (CNA)

SINGAPORE: World leaders congratulated Mr Lawrence Wong after he became Singapore's fourth Prime Minister on Wednesday (May 15). Mr Wong, 51, was.

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Singapore's Lawrence Wong sworn in as new prime minister (The Borneo Post)

SINGAPORE (May 16): Singapore on Wednesday swore in Lawrence Wong as its new prime minister Wednesday, replacing Lee Hsien Loong following two decades in ...

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Lawrence Wong sworn in as Singapore's prime minister (Financial Times)

US-trained economist succeeds Lee Hsien Loong to become country's fourth leader.

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DPM Zahid congratulates new Singapore PM Lawrence Wong (Malay Mail)

KUALA LUMPUR, May 16 ― Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi congratulated Lawrence Wong on the latter's appointment as Singapore's new prime.

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Lawrence Wong is new S'pore PM (The Star Online)

The country's new Prime Minister Lawrence Wong vowed to make “tomorrow better than today” as he took his oath of office in a carefully planned political ...

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Taiwan congratulates new Singaporean leader Lawrence Wong ... (Focus Taiwan News Channel)

The Taiwan government on Thursday congratulated Singapore Finance Minister Lawrence Wong (黃循財) on his appointment as his country's fourth prime minister ...

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Singaporean celebs dress up like PM Lawrence Wong on social ... (The Star Online)

It looks like there is not one, but two doppelgangers of Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong. Yes 933 DJ Kenneth Chung, better known as Kunhua, shared on ...

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Who looks more like PM Lawrence Wong: Yes 933 DJ Kunhua or ... (TODAY)

For the record, Kunhua doesn't think he looks like our new PM at all.

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