I knew that my niece was working nearby with some bank, so my wife rang up the mother and the mother called back to say that shes just called up to say she was alright.

About Lee Kuan Yew

Lee Kuan Yew was the founding father of modern Singapore, transforming it into a highly developed country during his 31-year tenure as prime minister. He co-founded the People’s Action Party, led Singapore’s merger with Malaysia, and oversaw the country’s economic and social development through his authoritarian yet pragmatic style of governance.

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