Biographical Overview & Key Facts

Subject:

Lee Hsien Loong

Role / Field:

Singaporean statesman, former Prime Minister, and current Senior Minister.

Born:

1952-02-10

Century / Era:

1952s Historical Era

Database Source:

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Origins & Early Life

Lee Hsien Loong (IPA: LEE SYEN-LONG; born 10 February 1952), also known by his initials LHL, is a Singaporean politician and former military officer who has served as the senior minister of Singapore since 2024, having previously served as the third prime minister between 2004 and 2024. He also served as the secretary-general of the governing People's Action Party (PAP) between 2004 and 2024. As a Member of Parliament (MP), he has represented the Teck Ghee division of Ang Mo Kio Group Representation Constituency (GRC) since 1991, having previously represented Teck Ghee Single Member Constituency (SMC) between 1984 and 1991. Born and raised in Singapore during British colonial rule, Lee is the eldest son of Singapore's first prime minister, Lee Kuan Yew.

Pivotal Works & Achievements

He graduated from Trinity College, Cambridge, in 1974 with first class honours in mathematics and a Diploma in Computer Science with distinction (equivalent to a first-class master's in computer science). He served in the Singapore Armed Forces (SAF) between 1971 and 1984, and attained the rank of Brigadier-General, completing a Master of Public Administration degree at Harvard Kennedy School in 1980. Lee discharged from the SAF in...

Enduring Legacy & Impact

The historical impact and works continue to influence the modern world.

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