Ng admired Lee's high standards and dedication to achieving excellence and described the Minister Mentor as a demanding taskmaster who did not tolerate shoddy performance
SINGAPORE — Late Singapore’s Prime Minister Lee Kuan Yew left an indelible mark on the nation and profoundly impacted former GIC’s chief investment officer Ng Kok Song during his successful stint at the sovereign wealth fund.
“There would be no reserves to speak about if Mr Lee had not done his work of building up the Singapore economy. So you know, all my work at the GIC was made possible because of the foundation of what he and his colleagues have done in the past. Not only grow the economy, but building up the reserves.”
As Ng contemplates his potential bid for the presidency, his admiration for Lee and the values he instilled serve as a testament to the lasting impact of visionary leadership. Beyond economic prosperity, Lee’s dedication to integrity and excellence continues to inspire future generations of public servants and leaders.
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