Priority Is Fighting Pandemic

Dr Mustafa Izzuddin, Senior International Affairs Analyst, Solaris Strategies

29-Jul-20 07:37

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When Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong was asked if Heng Swee Keat is his designated successor, Lee deflected the question. Dr Mustafa Izzuddin, Senior International Affairs Analyst at Solaris Strategies discusses Singapore’s 4th Generation (4G) succession plan, is it a given that Heng will be Prime Minister, and if the new cabinet meets the immediate and long-term needs of the republic.

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Produced by: Dayana Mustak

Presented by: Roshan Kanesan, Lyn Mak, Noelle Lim

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