Lawrence Wong Steps In as Acting PM This Week
Heads up, Singapore! Deputy Prime Minister Lawrence Wong will be at the helm for the entire week while Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong takes a breather. The Prime Minister’s Office let the world know on Sunday, June 12.
When Will the Switch Happen?
Lee is off duty from Monday to Sunday—just a full 7‑day pause. During that time, the country’s top brass will be led by Wong, who also doubles as Finance Minister.
Why All the Buzz?
- Wong was promoted to Deputy Prime Minister during a cabinet reshuffle announced last Monday.
- That same reshuffle confirmed he’d be the Acting Prime Minister in Lee’s absence.
- In April, he earned the title of leader for the People’s Action Party’s “fourth‑generation” cohort—an informal nod to him being Singapore’s next prime minister.
Quick Takeaway
Lawrence Wong is now the man in charge of the country for a visiting week—sort of like a temporary CEO. If you’re watching Singapore’s political scene, this is the moment to keep an eye on how smoothly the hand‑off goes.
