Death and state funeral of Lee Kuan Yew

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Death and state funeral
of Lee Kuan Yew
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Clockwise from top left: Lee Kuan Yew in 2011, floral tributes of Kuan Yew outside High Street Centre opposite of Singapore's Parliament House, Lee Kuan Yew at the White House in 1975, and the Flag of Singapore at half-mast shortly after his death.
Date23–29 March 2015
Venue Sri Temasek
(private wake)
Parliament House
(lying in state)
University Cultural Centre
(state funeral)
Mandai Crematorium and Columbarium
(cremation)
Location Singapore General Hospital
(place of death)
Coordinates 1°16′43.32″N103°50′3.84″E / 1.2787000°N 103.8344000°E / 1.2787000; 103.8344000

On 23 March 2015, Lee Kuan Yew, the founding prime minister of Singapore and co-founder of the People's Action Party, died at the age of 91 at 03:18 Singapore Standard Time (UTC+08:00), after having been hospitalised at the Singapore General Hospital with severe pneumonia since 5 February that year. A formal announcement was made on national television and radio by Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong at 08:00 that morning.

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Many world leaders, governments, international organizations, and individuals issued public condolences. [1] A week-long period of national mourning was declared by the government, from 23 to 29 March that year. All flags, including the National Flag, in Singapore were flown at half-mast during the period. [2] Lee was subsequently cremated at Mandai Crematorium and Columbarium on 29 March.

Timeline

All times are set out in Singapore Standard Time (UTC+08:00).

Death of Lee Kuan Yew on 23 March 2015

Private wake

On 23 March 2015 at 13:00, Lee's body was brought to the Istana, the official residence of the President of Singapore and the office of the Prime Minister. It was placed in Sri Temasek, the Prime Minister's official residence in the Istana grounds, where a private wake was held from 23 to 25 March 2015. [7]

Mourning

The government declared a week long mourning period from 23 to 29 March 2015 for Lee Kuan Yew. Flags were lowered to half-mast as a mark of respect. Most events and activities were scaled down, postponed or cancelled completely throughout the mourning period. Entertainment outlets, such as cinemas, theatres, nightclubs and bars announced that they would be closed or operate under reduced hours during this period.

Upon the announcement of his death, all free-to-air television channels and radio stations suspended their regular programming and simulcast special programmes from broadcasters Mediacorp and SPH Media, which consisted of a montage of videos and photos of Lee Kuan Yew's life, accompanied by coverage of live events from the Istana, Parliament House and the state funeral procession. Some pay-TV channels were blacked out and replaced by this programming too. Most Singaporean and some international websites switched to greyscale colour schemes as well.

18 community tribute sites were set up islandwide during the mourning period, to allow citizens and residents to pay tribute to the late prime minister. Each community tribute site consisted of wreaths from various citizens and organisations, as well as a projection screen showing montages of Lee Kuan Yew's life. Memorial ceremonies were held during certain evenings as well.

Singapore Turf Club announced they would cancel all the race meetings during the period of National Mourning.

Lying in state

A sign at Bras Basah MRT station indicating that Mass Rapid Transit trains would run throughout the night on 25–26 March 2015 to enable people to pay their last respects to the late Prime Minister as he lay in state at Parliament House, Singapore

The body of Lee Kuan Yew was conveyed by gun carriage from the Istana to the Parliament House on the morning of 25 March 2015. [8] After leaving Sri Temasek, the gun carriage paused in front of the main Istana building to allow President Tony Tan Keng Yam, his wife Mrs. Mary Tan, emeritus senior minister and former prime minister Goh Chok Tong, and Istana staff to pay their respects. During this time, a piper from the Gurkha Contingent of the Singapore Police Force played "Auld Lang Syne" from the roof of the building. The cortege then made its way down Bras Basah Road and North Bridge Road, which were lined with members of the public, to Parliament House.

Lee's body lay in state at Parliament House from 25 March 2015 to 28 March 2015, which was subsequently opened 24 hours for the public to pay their respects. [9] To facilitate this, Mass Rapid Transit services, Light Rail Transit services, and selected bus services ran for 24 hours on 25 and 27 March and throughout the early hours of the morning of 26 March 2015 and 28 March 2015. [10] The Land Transport Authority announced that public transport services would end later than usual after midnight on 27 March 2015, but would not run throughout the night due to essential maintenance works. [11]

About 447,000 people paid their last respects to Lee at Singapore's Parliament House throughout the 24 hours from Wednesday, 25 March, 10:00 until Saturday, 28 March, 20:00. In addition, thousands of people lined the roads to watch Lee move from the Istana to Parliament House on 25 March in the morning. In total, more than 1.2 million paid their respects and tribute to Lee at Parliament House and in the 18 tribute centres across the island. More than 100,000 people also lined the streets in torrential rain from Parliament House to the National University of Singapore University Cultural Centre on Sunday, 29 March 2015 to see Lee off.

Lee was also accorded the highest form of respect given by the Singapore Armed Forces, where a vigil guard consisting members of the top military brass consisting of Chief of Defence Force, Lieutenant-General Ng Chee Meng; together with Chief of Army, Major-General Perry Lim; Chief of Navy, Rear-Admiral Lai Chung Han; Chief of Air Force, Major-General Hoo Cher Mou; and Chief of Staff, Joint Staff, Brigadier-General Chia Choon Hoong stood guard during the lying in state. This honour is akin to the Vigil of the Princes where male members of the British Royal Family have stood guard during the lying in state of one of their relatives during or as part of a British state funeral or ceremonial funeral.

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State Flag flying at half-mast on Parliament House
State and Government Flags flying at half-mast at Parliament House National Flag and flag of Parliament at half-staff at Parliament House, Singapore, during Lee Kuan Yew's lying in state - 20150328.jpg
State and Government Flags flying at half-mast at Parliament House

Special parliamentary session

On 26 March 2015 at 16:00, a special parliamentary session was held for Members of Parliament to pay tribute to Lee Kuan Yew. They included: [12]

State and private funerals

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University Cultural Centre

Lee's state and private funeral services was held on Sunday, 29 March 2015. [13] 87 bus services were either diverted, shortened or suspended from 11:30 to 19:00 to facilitate the road closures. [14] The SCDF Public Warning System siren was sounded twice islandwide at 16:35 to signal the start and end of a minute of silence in honour of Mr Lee. Prior to the minute of silence, all MRT trains stopped at stations and opened their doors. Similarly, buses scheduled to depart from bus interchanges or terminals were held back during the one minute of silence. Passenger Information Displays in the MRT network and bus interchanges showed "One minute of silence for Mr Lee Kuan Yew". Announcements were also made at stations and on-board trains. [15]

The state funeral was held at the University Cultural Centre, National University of Singapore, from 14:00. It was attended by members of Lee's family, the President, Cabinet Ministers, members of the Judiciary, Members of Parliament, and foreign leaders. Ordinary Singaporeans from all walks of life have also been invited to attend. The Master of Ceremonies was Peter Ong, Head of the Civil Service. Ten eulogies were delivered, in the following order:

The state funeral was followed by a private funeral at 5:00 pm at Mandai Crematorium for invited guests. [18]

On 27 March 2015, Singapore's defence minister Ng Eng Hen mentioned in a Facebook post that the Singapore Armed Forces will accord Mr Lee due military honours. On the day of the state funeral, a 21-gun salute was fired by four ceremonial 25-pounder guns as the procession headed to University Cultural Centre. In addition, four Republic of Singapore Air Force black knights made a fly pass salute. The originally planned missing man formation was not flown due to rainy weather. [19] As his body passed Esplanade Bridge, both RSS Dauntless and RSS Resilience conducted a ceremonial sailpast. [20]

The 21-gun salute honour is traditionally only accorded to the heads of state. As Lee Kuan Yew was only a former head of government, he would typically only be entitled to a 19-gun salute. Special permission was given for the 21-gun salute to honour him. [17]

Notable mourners

Notable mourners at the private wake at Sri Temasek:

CountryTitleName
Flag of Brunei.svg  Brunei Sultan of Brunei Hassanal Bolkiah [21]
Flag of Hong Kong.svg  Hong Kong Hong Kong business magnate Li Ka-shing [21]
Hong Kong businessman Richard Li [21]
Hong Kong businessman Victor Li [21]
Flag of the Republic of China.svg Republic of China (Taiwan) President of the Republic of China Ma Ying-jeou [22]
Former President of Control Yuan Fredrick Chien
Flag of Australia (converted).svg  Australia Australian businesswomen Gina Rinehart [23]

Foreign dignitaries who paid their respects at Parliament House: [24]

CountryTitleDignitary
Flag of Afghanistan (2004-2021).svg  Afghanistan Deputy Foreign Minister of Afghanistan Hekmat Karzai
Flag of Bahrain.svg  Bahrain Son of Crown Prince of Bahrain Isa bin Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa [25]
Flag of Bhutan.svg  Bhutan King of Bhutan Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck
Queen of Bhutan Jetsun Pema
Flag of the People's Republic of China.svg  People's Republic of China Executive Chairman of Alibaba Group Jack Ma [26]
Vice-President of the People's Republic of China, member of the Politburo of the Chinese Communist Party Li Yuanchao
Flag of Indonesia.svg  Indonesia Spouse of former President of Indonesia Ani Yudhoyono [27]
Former co-ordinating Minister for Economics in the Indonesia cabinet Chairul Tanjung [27]
Former Indonesian Ambassador to the United States Dino Patti Djalal [27]
Former Foreign Minister of Indonesia Hassan Wirajuda
5th President of Indonesia Megawati Sukarnoputri [28]
Former Indonesia presidential candidate Prabowo Subianto [29]
Vice-chairman of the People's Consultative Assembly of Indonesia Sapta Odang
6th President of Indonesia Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono [30]
Chairman of the People's Consultative Assembly of Indonesia Zulkifli Hasan
Flag of Israel.svg  Israel President of Israel Reuven Rivlin
Flag of Malaysia 23px.svg  Malaysia Malaysia Minister of Foreign Affairs Anifah Aman
Former Malaysia Finance Minister Daim Zainuddin [31]
Malaysia Natural Resources and Environment Minister G. Palanivel
Malaysia Minister for Transport Liow Tiong Lai
Prime Minister of Malaysia Najib Razak
Raja Permaisuri Johor Raja Zarith Sofia [32]
Spouse of the Prime Minister of Malaysia Rosmah Mansor
Sultan of Johor Sultan Ibrahim Ismail [32]
Flag of Maldives.svg  Maldives Former President of the Maldives Maumoon Abdul Gayoom
Flag of Mongolia.svg  Mongolia Foreign Minister of Mongolia Lundeg Purevsuren
Flag of Oman.svg  Oman Secretary General of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Oman Badr bin Hamad Al Busaidi
Flag of Sri Lanka.svg  Sri Lanka Foreign Minister of Sri Lanka Mangala Samaraweera
Flag of the Republic of China.svg Republic of China (Taiwan) Former ROC Premier, former Senior Advisor to the President of the ROC Hau Pei-tsun
Flag of East Timor.svg  Timor-Leste Former President of East Timor José Ramos-Horta
Flag of the United Arab Emirates.svg  United Arab Emirates Member of the ruling Al Nahyan family of Abu Dhabi Sheikh Hamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan
Flag of the United States (23px).png  United States Former president of the United States Bill Clinton
Former United States Secretary of State Henry Kissinger
Former Assistant to President for National Security Affairs Thomas Donilon
Former US Ambassador to Singapore Steven J. Green [33]
Flag of Vietnam.svg  Vietnam Secretary General of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations Lê Lương Minh

Foreign dignitaries who represented their countries at Lee's state funeral at the University Cultural Centre, NUS, on 29 March 2015: [34]

CountryTitleDignitary
Flag of Australia (converted).svg Australia Prime Minister of Australia Tony Abbott [35]
Flag of Bangladesh.svg Bangladesh Minister of Foreign Affairs (Bangladesh) Abul Hassan Mahmud Ali [36]
Flag of Bhutan.svg Bhutan King of Bhutan Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck [37]
Queen of Bhutan Jetsun Pema [37]
Flag of Brunei.svg Brunei Sultan of Brunei Hassanal Bolkiah
Flag of Cambodia.svg Cambodia Prime Minister of Cambodia Hun Sen [38]
Flag of Canada (Pantone).svg Canada Governor General of Canada David Johnston [39]
Flag of the People's Republic of China.svg  People's Republic of China Vice-President of the People's Republic of China, member of the Politburo of the Chinese Communist Party Li Yuanchao [40]
Flag of Hong Kong.svg Hong KongFormer Chief Executive of Hong Kong,

representative of Chief Executive of Hong Kong and Hong Kong Government

 Tung Chee-hwa [41]
Flag of India.svg India Prime Minister of India Narendra Modi [42]
Flag of Indonesia.svg Indonesia President of Indonesia Joko Widodo [43]
Flag of Israel.svg Israel President of Israel Reuven Rivlin [44]
Flag of Japan.svg Japan Prime Minister of Japan Shinzō Abe [45]
Flag of Kazakhstan.svg Kazakhstan Prime Minister of Kazakhstan Karim Massimov [46]
Flag of Laos.svg Laos Prime Minister of Laos Thongsing Thammavong [46]
Flag of Malaysia.svg Malaysia King of Malaysia Abdul Halim [47]
Flag of Myanmar.svg Myanmar (Burma) President of Myanmar Thein Sein [48]
Flag of Nepal.svg Nepal Deputy Prime Minister of Nepal Prakash Man Singh [49]
Flag of New Zealand.svg New Zealand Governor-General of New Zealand Jerry Mateparae [50]
Flag of the Philippines.svg Philippines President of the Senate of the Philippines representing President Benigno Aquino III Franklin Drilon [51]
Secretary of Foreign Affairs (Philippines) Albert del Rosario
Secretary of Finance (Philippines) Cesar Purisima
Flag of Qatar.svg Qatar Emir Sheikh of Qatar Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani [46]
Flag of Russia.svg Russia First Deputy Prime Minister of Russia Igor Shuvalov [52]
Flag of South Africa.svg South Africa Minister of Public Works (South Africa) Thulas Nxesi [53]
Flag of South Korea.svg South Korea President of South Korea Park Geun-hye [54]
Flag of Thailand.svg Thailand Prime Minister of Thailand Prayut Chan-o-cha [55]
Flag of the Republic of China.svg Republic of China (Taiwan) Former ROC Vice-President, Former ROC Premier Lien Chan [56]
Former ROC Vice-President, Former ROC Premier Vincent Siew
Former ROC Premier, former Senior Advisor to the President of the ROC Hau Pei-tsun [56]
Former ROC Premier, former Secretary-General of the ROC Presidential Office Su Tseng-chang
Flag of the United Kingdom.svg United Kingdom First Secretary of State and Leader of the House of Commons of United Kingdom William Hague [57]
Flag of the United States.svg United StatesFormer president of the United States,

leading the Presidential Delegation representing President Barack Obama

Bill Clinton [58]
Former Secretary of State of United States & a close friend to Lee Kuan Yew Henry Kissinger [58]
US Ambassador to Singapore Kirk Wagar [58]
Former US Ambassador to Singapore Steven J. Green [58]
Former Assistant to President for National Security Affairs Thomas Donilon [58]
Flag of Vietnam.svg Vietnam Prime Minister of Vietnam Nguyen Tan Dung [59]

Reactions

Singapore

Prior to the death of Lee Kuan Yew, when he was hospitalised at the Singapore General Hospital on 5 February, Singaporeans expressed concern for his health through social media websites. On 17 March 2015, the Prime Minister's office announced that Lee's condition has worsened due to an infection. Following that, many Singaporeans went to the hospital to pay tribute to Lee Kuan Yew, however as Lee was in the Intensive Care Unit, no visitors were allowed and the hospital could not accept gifts such as flowers and cards. On 20 March 2015, the Singapore General Hospital designated an area for well-wishers to leave cards and flowers for Lee Kuan Yew. Several Singaporeans and foreigners were seen leaving cards and flowers at the designated site. Additionally, the Tanjong Pagar Community Club set up a "get well corner" for residents to write messages and leave flowers and cards for Lee Kuan Yew.

After the death of Lee Kuan Yew was announced on 23 March 2015, an estimated 447,299 Singaporeans and non-Singaporeans went to the Parliament House of Singapore to pay their respects to Lee Kuan Yew. A tribute site was set up at the Istana, as well as other community clubs around the country for Singaporeans to pen their wishes for the late Lee Kuan Yew.

On 25 March 2015, as the private wake for friends and family of Lee Kuan Yew ended, a ceremonial gun carriage carried the body of Lee Kuan Yew from the Istana to Parliament House. Singaporeans lined up from the gates of parliament house to the Istana. Many in the crowd outside the Istana clapped and cheered Mr Lee Kuan Yew's name as his hearse drove past, while some wept for Lee. Members of the public were soon allowed inside parliament house to pay their respects to Lee Kuan Yew. A queue started to form from parliament house stretching to Hong Lim Park and Fort Canning Park. Authorities advised members of the public not to join the queue as the wait was estimated to be 8 hours.

Supranational organisations

Governments

Africa

  • Flag of Nigeria.svg Nigeria: Then-Nigerian President Goodluck Jonathan said in a statement praising the "achievements of Singapore under the leadership of Lee Kuan Yew have been a great source of inspiration over the years, join his compatriots and many admirers across the developing world in paying very well deserved tribute to the late Prime Minister who moved his country "from the third world to the first world" with immense wisdom, courage, resilience and perseverance". [71]
  • Flag of Rwanda.svg Rwanda: President Paul Kagame on Wednesday paid homage to Singapore's first leader: "Lee Kuan Yew was a remarkable leader for his people and the transformation he has led is envy to many." [72]
  • Flag of South Africa.svg South Africa: The South African government released a statement -"South Africa mourns the death of a great Asian leader who spearheaded the transformation of Singapore from a tiny port city to the prosperous international financial, business, and transport hub that it is today." [73]
  • Flag of Tanzania.svg Tanzania: Then-President Jakaya Kikwete sent a message of condolence to the Prime Minister of Singapore. Kikwete called him a "nation builder" and said that he was admired by Tanzanians as a selfless leader. [74]

Americas

  • Flag of Canada (Pantone).svg Canada: Then-Prime Minister Stephen Harper said that Lee "was a highly respected and accomplished leader who transformed Singapore from a developing country into a global leader in finance, shipping, education and technology. His memory will live on in the stability and prosperity of the peaceful and dynamic Southeast Asian nation to which he contributed so much of his life." [75]
  • Flag of Chile.svg Chile: A Chilean government spokesperson said that it "shares in the sorrow and mourning" of the loss of Lee Kuan Yew. The press release also acknowledged essential principles of governance between Singapore and Chile. [76]
  • Flag of Mexico.svg Mexico: Mexican President Enrique Peña Nieto tweeted in Spanish "I regret the passing of the ex-Prime Minister of Singapore." [77]
  • Flag of Trinidad and Tobago.svg Trinidad: Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar said "Mr Lee was the architect of the modern state of Singapore, which he transformed from a tiny developing country to a model nation of which all Singaporeans are proud." [78]
  • Flag of the United States.svg United States: Then-US President Barack Obama said he was "very saddened" and that Lee was "visionary". In a statement issued from the White House, he described Lee as "a true giant of history" and "... one of the great strategists of Asian affairs", and "A visionary who led his country from Singapore's independence in 1965 to build one of the most prosperous countries in the world today, he was a devoted public servant and a remarkable leader." [79]
  • Former president George H. W. Bush said "I will always be proud that Lee Kuan Yew was my friend. I respected his effective leadership of his wonderful, resilient and innovative country in ways that lifted living standards without indulging a culture of corruption. I was also proud of the progress Singapore and the United States achieved together as partners. Because of the example set by Lee Kuan Yew's singular leadership, let me add I am confident that the future will be bright for Singapore." [80]
  • Former president George W. Bush said that he was incredibly saddened by the loss of Lee Kuan Yew and sent his heartfelt condolences to the government and people of Singapore. He said that Lee "transformed his country and helped usher the ASEAN region into the modern era". He added that Lee left behind an "influential force for stability and prosperity and a friend to the United States".
  • Former president Bill Clinton also offered his condolences. He wrote that "Lee transformed Singapore into one of the world's strongest and most sustainable economies. He also firmly established his country as an important friend and partner of the United States". [81]
  • Secretary of State John Kerry said in a message of condolences that "Lee Kuan Yew exuded wisdom ... The counsel ... with him—about life and politics and global affairs—is among the most valuable and insightful". Kerry added that Lee was a "uniquely astute analyst and observer of Asia, and it is largely through his life's work that Singapore became one of the United States' strongest strategic partners in the region". [82]
  • Former United States Secretaries of State, George Shultz, Colin Powell and Henry Kissinger offered condolences. Schultz said that Lee was "one of the most intelligent people I have ever known' and he often travelled to Singapore just to visit Lee Kuan Yew. In a separate statement, Kissinger wrote a tribute in The Washington Post stating that "Lee Kuan Yew was a great man. And he was a close personal friend, a fact that I consider one of the great blessings of my life. A world needing to distil order from incipient chaos will miss his leadership" [83] Separately, Powell said that Lee "created a nation that is one of the most influential in the world that takes care of its people, one that ensures that it plays a major role on the world stage". [81]
  • Other prominent politicians who paid tributes to Lee Kuan Yew included Assistant Secretary of State for East Asian and Pacific Affairs. Daniel Russel, senators Bob Corker, John McCain, Jack Reed and Cory Gardner and Johnny Isakson. [81]
  • US flags at the Embassy in Singapore and PSA Sembawang Wharves flew at half-mast during the period of national mourning.[ citation needed ]

Asia

  • Flag of Afghanistan (2013-2021).svg Afghanistan: President Ashraf Ghani hailed Lee Kuan Yew as an "inspirational leader" whose wisdom will "remain with us forever. [77]
  • Flag of Azerbaijan.svg Azerbaijan: Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev expressed his condolences in a letter written to Singapore President Tony Tan. Aliyev said that Lee was "an outstanding statesman" and news of his demise made him sad. [84]
  • Flag of Brunei.svg Brunei: The Sultan of Brunei Hassanal Bolkiah released a statement calling Lee a "... .charismatic and exemplary leader", whose "vast contributions towards maintaining regional peace and stability" [66]
  • Flag of Bhutan.svg Bhutan: The King of Bhutan Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck commanded the National Flag was flown at Half Mast in respect to Mr Lee Kuan Yew, Singapore's first prime minister. Ministers, Senior Government Officials, well-wishers, and Singaporeans residing in Bhutan participated in a ceremony to light a thousand butterlamps, and offered prayers for Mr Lee Kuan Yew, at the Kuenrey of the Tashichhodzong. [85]
  • Flag of Cambodia.svg Cambodia: Prime Minister Hun Sen said "Mr Lee Kuan Yew has been the father of modern Singapore since 1965. Under his guidance, Singapore has prospered and is famous throughout the world. [86]
  • Flag of the People's Republic of China.svg China: President Xi Jinping described Lee as an old friend of China. [87] Premier Li Keqiang sent condolences to Prime minister Lee Hsien Loong. [88] Congress chairman Zhang Dejiang and Vice-premier Zhang Gaoli also send condolences to Singapore officers. China's Foreign Ministry described Lee as "... a politician who possessed unique influence on Asia. He was also a strategist with oriental values and international perspectives." [89]
  • Flag of Hong Kong.svg Hong Kong: the Chief Executive, Leung Chun-ying said that "Mr Lee's integrity, tenacity, vision and drive laid the most solid foundation possible for the impressive economic development, prosperity and social harmony that epitomises Singapore today." [90]
  • Flag of India.svg India: Prime Minister of India Narendra Modi described Lee as a "... far-sighted statesman and a lion among leaders". [91] India's government has also declared a day of national mourning on Sunday (29 Mar) as a mark of respect for the passing of Lee Kuan Yew. [92] The national flag will be flown at half mast and there will be no official entertainment. [93]
  • Flag of Indonesia.svg Indonesia: President of Indonesia Joko Widodo tributed: "The government and people of Indonesia wish to convey their deep sorrow over the passing of former PM Lee Kuan Yew on Monday, 3.18am." [94]
  • Flag of Iran.svg Iran: President of Iran Hassan Rouhani offered his condolences and called Lee an "Inspiration leader" saying "Courage, leadership and his strength was an important factor in the independence of Singapore as a city-state and turn it into a major financial center in East and Southeast Asia. His services will never be forgotten ." [95]
  • Flag of Israel.svg Israel: Israeli President Reuven Rivlin offered his condolences and said that he has a "feeling of great respect for the people of Singapore" and that he was going to attend to the state funeral to express Israel's "utmost appreciation to an important and valued leader". [96] Prime Minister of Israel Benjamin Netanyahu paid tribute to Mr Lee Kuan Yew by stating that he "was not only a great leader of his nation, but also a figure of great international renown", leading Singapore to "become an economic powerhouse by harnessing the ingenuity and entrepreneurial spirit of its people". [97]
  • Flag of Japan.svg Japan: Prime Minister of Japan Shinzo Abe called Lee a "... great Asian leader who laid the foundation for the prosperity of Singapore today." [94]
  • Flag of Kazakhstan.svg Kazakhstan: President of Kazakhstan Nursultan Nazarbayev expressed his condolences. He said that he was a "good friend" of Lee and that he "has made great efforts to strengthen the global authority of Singapore, its development as a leading Asian country". The President also accredited Lee for the good relations between Singapore and Kazakhstan. [98]
  • Flag of Laos.svg Laos: Prime Minister Thongsing Thammavong described him as "an outstanding leader" who contributed to "the development of friendly ties and cooperation" between Singapore and Laos and among ASEAN countries. [86]
  • Flag of Macau.svg Macau: the Chief Executive, Chui Sai On described him as "an old friend of China and one of the most influential politicians and strategists in Asia and the world", and that his "excellent leadership, political vision and pioneering spirit will be always respected and remembered". [99]
  • Flag of Malaysia.svg Malaysia: Prime Minister of Malaysia Najib Razak sent his condolences saying "I am saddened to hear about the passing of Lee, founding PM of Singapore" and that Lee's "achievements were great" and "his legacy is assured". [100]
  • Former 4th and longest-serving Prime Minister of Malaysia Mahathir Mohamad wrote in his blog: "The passing away of a man you know well saddens you. Now Kuan Yew is no more. His passage marks the end of the period when those who fought for independence lead their countries and knew the value of independence. ASEAN lost a strong leadership after President Suharto and Lee Kuan Yew." [101]
  • Flag of Mongolia.svg Mongolia: President of Mongolia Tsakhiagiin Elbegdorj expressed his condolences. He said that Lee was "an outstanding statesman" and that "his legacy and contributions to the independence and development of Singapore will be remembered forever, which made the country one of the "Four Asian Tigers" economic powerhouses and a leading country in the social, economic sector not only in Asia, but throughout the whole world". [102]
  • Flag of Nepal.svg   Nepal: Nepalese Prime Minister Sushil Koirala expressed condolences to the family of Lee Kuan Yew. Koirala added that Lee was a "legendary leader of his time" and that his "contributions made by him in the rapid transformation of Singapore as a modern and prosperous country remain inspiring. In his death, the world has lost a fine statesman and Singapore its architect". [103] Foreign Minister Mahendra Pandey also expressed condolences on Twitter, he said that Lee's vision and dedication "made himself immortal in the form of modern Singapore. Every political leader must learn from his life". [104]
  • Flag of North Korea.svg North Korea: The Premier of North Korea Pak Pong Ju sent his condolences saying that he expressed the deepest condolences to the prime minister and the bereaved families. [105]
  • Flag of Palestine.svg Palestinian National Authority: Palestine Ambassador Saadi Salama Tomeizy expressed condolences over Lee's death on behalf of the President of the State of Palestine Mahmoud Abbas and the Palestinian people. [106]
  • Flag of Papua New Guinea.svg Papua New Guinea: Prime Minister of Papua New Guinea, Peter O'Neill expressed his condolences. He wrote that Lee's "political career is a study in triumph over adversity". O'Neill accredited Lee for making Singapore a "true economic success story" and that Lee "transformed the economy of Singapore to deliver higher living standards for his people, and achieved long term GDP growth despite an absence of natural resources". The Prime Minister also acknowledged the instrumental part Lee played in forming good bilateral relations with Papua New Guinea. [107]
  • Flag of the Philippines.svg Philippines: Philippine President Benigno Aquino said "An era has passed, one upon which Singaporeans can look back on with deep pride and a sense of accomplishment. Throughout his long life, as prime minister and senior minister, Mr Lee demonstrated an unswerving devotion to his country, turning it into a statement that would be an exemplar of efficient, modern and honest governance. The development of Singapore has earned it the respect of nations and peoples, including the tens of thousands of Filipinos who work there and visit the country." [66]
  • Flag of Qatar.svg Qatar: The Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Qatar announced that the Emir of Qatar, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani sent a cable of condolences to President Tony Tan and Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong. Separately, Deputy Emir Sheikh Abdullah bin Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani and Prime Minister Sheikh Abdullah bin Nasser bin Khalifa Al Thani also sent condolences. [108]
  • Flag of South Korea.svg South Korea: President Park Geun-hye stated that "... the late Lee Kwan Yew was the father of Singapore and led it to become a centre of finance and commerce through 31 years of rule; his prophesy of a greater Singapore and efforts exerted upon such a goal has garnered respect all around the world, especially in South Korea ... He has visited this nation multiple times and was a friend to the Korean people." [109] She is to also visit the funeral and comfort the family. [110]
  • Flag of Sri Lanka.svg Sri Lanka: Sri Lankan President Maithripala Sirisena extended his condolences to the people and government of Singapore, . He said that Lee "set an example to the world in building up the modern Singapore and has rendered a precious service to buildup world peace". [111]
  • Flag of the Republic of China.svg Taiwan (Republic of China): President Ma Ying-jeou released a statement calling Lee an "... admirable and outstanding leader." [87]
  • Flag of Thailand.svg Thailand: Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha said that he would like to express his sadness for the passing of Lee Kuan Yew. [112] In addition, the King and Queen of Thailand, offered their condolences to Singapore's President Tony Tan, writing that Lee's "sacrifice and dedication led to the birth and prosperity of the nation" [113]
  • Flag of East Timor.svg Timor Leste: Timor-Leste's Prime Minister, Rui Maria de Araújo wrote a condolence message, honouring Lee Kuan Yew to Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong. He said that the "miracle of Singapore provides many developing countries with a model of progress and a symbol of hope and possibility". He also acknowledge the good relations Lee Kuan Yew established with Timor Leste. [114]
  • Flag of the United Arab Emirates.svg United Arab Emirates: UAE President Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed sent his condolences to the people and government of Singapore. In addition, the vice-president and prime minister, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, and the crown prince of Abu Dhabi, Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed offered "cables of condolences", according to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in the United Arab Emirates. [115]
  • Flag of Vietnam.svg Vietnam: Prime Minister Nguyen Tan Dung wrote a condolence message stating "The passing of Mr Lee Kuan Yew is a great loss not only to Singapore but to the ASEAN community as a whole. His thinking, and his contribution to Singapore's development will always be a source of encouragement for future generations. Vietnamese people will remember the love and valuable support of Mr Lee Kuan Yew to Vietnam. May the government and people of Singapore soon overcome this difficult time." [86]

Europe

  • Flag of France.svg France: French President François Hollande offered his condolences saying "As Singapore and France mark the 50th anniversary of the establishment of their diplomatic relations this year, France has lost a friend who had strived to draw our two nations closer and deepen our cooperation in all fields." [116]
  • Flag of Germany.svg Germany: Angela Merkel, Chancellor of Germany, sent her "heartfelt condolences" to Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong. She stated that Mr Lee Kuan Yew had led Singapore to "become the epitome of progress and modernity in South-East Asia", "a global centre for trade, logistics, finance and research took place in close cooperation with Germany". She fondly recalled "the stimulating discussion" she had with Mr Lee Kuan Yew during her "visit to Singapore in 2011". [117]
  • Flag of Italy.svg Italy: Italian Prime Minister Matteo Renzi sent a message to Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong to express his "deep and sincere condolences" of the death of Lee Kuan Yew. He added that under Lee Kuan Yew's leadership, Singapore has achieved "extraordinary growth that has led Singapore to become a thriving and prosperous state." [118]
  • Flag of Lithuania.svg Lithuania: The President of Lithuania Dalia Grybauskaitė expressed her condolences in a message to President Tony Tan. She said that Lee "took on decisive responsibility for the fate of his country and its people at a very challenging and difficult time for Singapore. A profound and far-sighted statesman, Lee Kuan Yew laid down strong and lasting foundations for modern multicultural Singapore". [119]
  • Flag of Norway.svg Norway: The Royal House of Norway released a statement of condolences written by King Harald to the Singaporean President. Separately, the Prime Minister of Norway, Erna Solberg wrote to Singaporean Prime Minister, Lee Hsien Loong to express her condolences to the Lee Kuan Yew. Solberg wrote that Lee Kuan Yew will be remembered for his "visionary leadership" and "extraordinary contributions to Singapore's economic development and social progress, and as a remarkable international statesman". [120]
  • Flag of Poland.svg Poland: Polish President Bronisław Komorowski wrote in a letter of condolences to President Tony Tan that he was grieved to hear the demise of Lee Kuan Yew. He said that Lee was "eminent politician and the creator of modern Singapore state" and that Lee was "one of the greatest Asian leaders, ... completely devoted to his country, building its position and prosperity" [121] Polish Prime Minister Ewa Kopacz also wrote a letter of condolences. She wrote that Lee was a "prominent politician and charismatic leader" and that the creation of Singapore was due to Lee's "creation of an outstanding political elite capable of courageous and effective management of the country". [122]
  • Flag of Russia.svg Russia: Russian President Vladimir Putin sent his condolences saying "Over his decades of work as prime minister and in other high government posts, he earned his compatriots' sincere love and respect and won the highest international influence." [123]
  • Flag of Spain.svg Spain: Spanish Prime Minister Mariano Rajoy Brey expressed the sadness of the Government of Spain upon learning of the demise of Lee Kuan Yew. A government spokesman said that Lee "facilitated the transformation of Singapore into an economic and financial centre of global importance and a benchmark in the Asia-Pacific region. Lee "helped make South-east Asia a region of peace and stability, and improve the quality of life of its people". The spokesman also said that "Lee Kuan Yew was a statesman whose ideas had a profound influence on Asia-Pacific development and served as a benchmark for many other statesmen". [124]
  • Flag of Turkey.svg Turkey: Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan called Singaporean Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong to offer his heartfelt condolences for the death of his father the founder of Singapore Lee Kuan Yew. [125] Also The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkey issued an official statement of condolence for death of Lee Kuan Yew. [126]
  • Flag of the United Kingdom.svg United Kingdom: UK Prime Minister David Cameron said Lee was "a friend of Britain". [127]
  • Former UK Prime Minister Tony Blair paid tribute to Lee Kuan Yew by saying that he "was one of the most extraordinary leaders of modern times", "a genuine political giant" who was "the first to understand that modern politics was about effective Government not old-fashioned ideology" and gave advice "with typical acumen and frankness". [128]
  • UK Queen Elizabeth II said Lee's "vision and dedication to the service of his country helped to make Singapore the successful country it is today." [129]

Oceania

  • Flag of Australia (converted).svg Australia: Prime Minister of Australia, Tony Abbott said "Today, we mourn the passing of a giant of our region. Fifty years ago, Lee Kuan Yew led a vulnerable, fledgling nation to independence. Today, thanks to his vision and determination, Singapore is one of the world's most successful countries." [66]
  • Flag of Fiji.svg Fiji: Frank Bainimarama, Prime Minister of Fiji, paid tribute to Lee's vision and commitment to building Singapore into "a nation now envied across the globe".[ citation needed ]
  • Flag of New Zealand.svg New Zealand: Prime Minister of New Zealand John Key said "Lee Kuan Yew's courage, determination, commitment, character and ability made him a formidable leader who held the respect of Singaporeans and the international community alike. His loss will be deeply felt by his family and the people of Singapore. I had the honour of meeting Mr Lee in 2007 during his last official visit to New Zealand. He was well known for his insights and foresight but what struck me most was his unwavering determination to see Singapore succeed." [66] Additionally, Deputy Prime Minister Bill English tabled a motion in the New Zealand Parliament to mourn the loss of Lee Kuan Yew. The national flag will be flown half-mast on 29 March 2015 to mark the funeral of the late Mr Lee Kuan Yew. [130]

Prominent persons

International brands

Football Clubs

Memorial

1st (2016)

Led by People's Association deputy chairman Chan Chun Sing, more than a hundred remembrance events were held across the island in March 2016, including a tree-planting exercise at Jurong Lake Park and a brisk walk at Sembawang Park. A remembrance service was held at Tanjong Pagar Community Club on 23 March 2016. [141]

Legacy

As Lee liked to keep his personal life private, he publicly expressed his opinion on numerous occasions in the news [142] when he was alive that he wouldn't like for Singapore to build a "personality cult" on him after his death as he, as with many other Singaporeans, was just a Singaporean who loved Singapore. In his biography books, he had written specifically that he did not want any road to be named after him or his wife, as he was personally against the idea. [143] As a result, a committee to create a Founders' Memorial, dedicated not just to Lee but to all of Singapore's founders during the early years of sovereignty, was consequently formed.

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