"Good ministers are not just those who kiss babies": Lee Kuan Yew | From the archives

To mark Lee Kuan Yew's 100th birth anniversary on Sep 16, 2023, CNA is looking back at his more memorable quotes. https://cna.asia/leekuanyewquotes

At the 1988 National Day Rally, then-Prime Minister Lee Kuan Yew called on Singaporeans to support and work with the next generation of leaders led by Mr Goh Chok Tong in order for the country to continue progressing. He also highlighted the traits that make a good minister, which goes beyond "kissing babies" and having "endless" dialogue sessions, he said. Watch an excerpt from his speech on Aug 14, 1988.

Watch the full documentary special Lee Kuan Yew: In His Own Words on Sep 15, 9pm SG on CNA's YouTube channel.

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