Prime Minister Wong’s visit reciprocates Prime Minister Abiy’s Official Visit to Singapore in June 2024, reaffirming the warm ties between Singapore and Ethiopia.

Who is Prime Minister Lawrence Wong Shyun

Lawrence Wong Shyun Tsai is the fourth and current Prime Minister of Singapore and also serves as its Minister for Finance.

He became Prime Minister on May 15, 2024, succeeding Lee Hsien Loong, and is the first Singaporean prime minister born after the nation's independence in 1965.

Career and Background

Political Career: Wong entered politics in 2011 and is a prominent member of the People's Action Party (PAP), becoming its Secretary-General in December 2024.

Wong has previously served in various ministerial roles before assuming the position of Prime Minister.

Civil Service Background: Before entering politics, Wong had a career in civil service, including roles as an economist and Principal Private Secretary to then-Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong.

Education: Wong holds multiple degrees, including a Bachelor of Science in Economics and a Master of Arts in Applied Economics, as well as a Master in Public Administration from Harvard Kennedy School.

Personal Life: Born on December 18, 1972, Wong grew up in Singapore. He is married to Loo Tze Lui and enjoys playing guitar and riding motorcycles.

Key Initiatives: As Deputy Prime Minister, he launched the "Forward Singapore" exercise to shape the country's future development.