In full: Lawrence Wong’s first speech as Singapore’s Prime Minister at swearing-in ceremony

Mr Lawrence Wong made his first speech as Singapore’s Prime Minister at his swearing-in ceremony at the Istana on Wednesday (May 15). “We can be a society where every Singaporean matters and a Singapore that matters to every Singaporean,” he said. “This is my promise to all Singaporeans: I will serve you with all my heart. I will never settle for the status quo. I will always seek better ways to make tomorrow better than today.”

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[bowlampar]

Mr. Lawrence Wong humility and gregarious personality will serve Singapore well in a new era ahead, 'Majulah Singapura'! 🥳

[bobafett]

*Lawrence Wong is the right choice to lead this nation cos simply he is a people person and resilient but most importantly a down to earth practical leader and thats what this country needs*

[Lawrencebujang]

I'm watching from Kuching Sarawak Malaysia..We love Singapore and her people...❤

[nataliecheng]

Very good speech . Best wishes to PM Lawrence Wong and his team 🇸🇬💪🌟👍👏❤️

[englianconnietan]

Congartulations dear Prime Minister, Lawrence Wong, we know and trust you will be a very good leader, we owe our gratitude to give us the best Government, all these years,
How lucky all the Singaporeans, rich and poor, please God, help us to always
weather all the storms together and we must continue to value all the people around us regardless of race, language and religion.Thank you and Congratulations!

[atingse]

We need person like him humble and God fearing leaders as you resume your new asign may God lead you in every walks of life to bring peace and prosperity for your country ❤❤Love from Nagaland -India

[jayowhydee]

Wishing Singapore the best, prosperity and happiness. God bless Singapore 🇸🇬

[meganpham]

Brilliant speech that touched hearts and enlightened minds with hope and trust. Congrats PM Lawrence Wong. May God bless you and keep you

[JardinJumat]

Nvr forget during the pandemic. Ty and congrats PM Lawrence Wong🎉

[jirehgn]

Congratulations for another new PM who will lead Singapore into greater heights of 3:46 success. May we pray that you and your team will be greatly bless in all decisions and endeavors as you lead Singapore into a new era of further advancement and challenges.

[Lawrencebujang]

Heartiest congratulations to Mr Lawrence Wong the new Prime minister of Singapore..

[YanthanHelen]

By hearing his speech, , i am dying to become Singapore citizen
❤ congratulation from Nagalland

[khehoiayemi]

Wonderful great speech delivered, God bless and always Guide Such great leader PM Lawrence Wong of Singapore

[youtubetebie]

I am not Singaporean but I watch this video till the end listening to every word he speaks out clearly 🎉🎉🎉

[elihudimbonea]

Powerful speech.. congratulations from Tanzania

[AJLIM-qc]

He speak clarity and superb high fidelity

[MctinMboyonga-zlvu]

Thanks Mr.Minister of Singapore for the good speech.following in Africa, Zambia.🤝💙🌹.

[MctinMboyonga-zlvu]

You are the inspired minister thanks very much continue that spirit and ❤️ of the people

[chongbenglim]

A great leader, full of enthusiasm and inspiration.

[thomast]

Congratulations PM Lawrence Wong. Singapore keep united in diversity.