Singapore's National Arts Council pays tribute to Mr Lee Kuan Yew, who passed away on Monday (Mar 23), calling him a "peerless statesman who has left an indelible mark on Singapore, the region and the world stage".
SINGAPORE: The National Arts Council on Monday (Mar
23) said the late Mr Lee Kuan Yew's extraordinary commitment to
nation-building and sense of purpose have created a city-state renowned
globally, all of which have laid a strong foundation for the thriving
arts and cultural scene. Its chairman and CEO issued the following
statements, following news of Mr Lee's passing.
National Arts Council Chairman Professor Chan Heng Chee
"The Board of the National Arts Council offers its deepest condolences to Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong and his family on the loss of his father, former Prime Minister Lee Kuan Yew. This is a sad day for Singapore, as we mourn the passing of our founding father, a peerless statesman who has left an indelible mark on Singapore, the region and the world stage."
"Even as all Singaporeans weigh the profound loss of Mr Lee's passing, the impact he has made on modern Singapore is enduring and will continue to inspire many. This is testimony to his visionary leadership, his moral courage and strength of his convictions. As we mark Singapore's 50th birthday as an independent state this year, it will be especially painful and poignant that Mr Lee will not attend this year's National Day celebrations."
"To Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong and members of his family, we hope you find strength and fortitude at this difficult time, and that you draw comfort from the Singapore your father has left behind - a dynamic, cosmopolitan, culturally vibrant city-state we are proud to call home."
National Arts Council Chief Executive Officer Kathy Lai
"It is with deep sadness that the management and staff of National Arts Council join the nation and all Singaporeans in mourning the loss of our founding Prime Minister, Mr Lee Kuan Yew. As we pay tribute to the man who fought for and forged Singapore’s independence, we also reflect on how Mr Lee shaped this little red dot, and inspired its people."
"His extraordinary commitment to building a nation and his sense of purpose have created a city-state renowned globally for its distinctive multi-ethnic fabric, its social harmony and safety, and its high standard of living - all of which have laid a strong foundation for the thriving arts and cultural scene today. Mr Lee will be undoubtedly missed but we are sure his leadership will be remembered and his legacy honoured in the years to come."
"To Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong and his family, we offer our heartfelt sympathies, and express gratitude for your father's vision, his tremendous foresight and his devotion to duty."
National Arts Council Chairman Professor Chan Heng Chee
"The Board of the National Arts Council offers its deepest condolences to Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong and his family on the loss of his father, former Prime Minister Lee Kuan Yew. This is a sad day for Singapore, as we mourn the passing of our founding father, a peerless statesman who has left an indelible mark on Singapore, the region and the world stage."
"Even as all Singaporeans weigh the profound loss of Mr Lee's passing, the impact he has made on modern Singapore is enduring and will continue to inspire many. This is testimony to his visionary leadership, his moral courage and strength of his convictions. As we mark Singapore's 50th birthday as an independent state this year, it will be especially painful and poignant that Mr Lee will not attend this year's National Day celebrations."
"To Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong and members of his family, we hope you find strength and fortitude at this difficult time, and that you draw comfort from the Singapore your father has left behind - a dynamic, cosmopolitan, culturally vibrant city-state we are proud to call home."
National Arts Council Chief Executive Officer Kathy Lai
"It is with deep sadness that the management and staff of National Arts Council join the nation and all Singaporeans in mourning the loss of our founding Prime Minister, Mr Lee Kuan Yew. As we pay tribute to the man who fought for and forged Singapore’s independence, we also reflect on how Mr Lee shaped this little red dot, and inspired its people."
"His extraordinary commitment to building a nation and his sense of purpose have created a city-state renowned globally for its distinctive multi-ethnic fabric, its social harmony and safety, and its high standard of living - all of which have laid a strong foundation for the thriving arts and cultural scene today. Mr Lee will be undoubtedly missed but we are sure his leadership will be remembered and his legacy honoured in the years to come."
"To Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong and his family, we offer our heartfelt sympathies, and express gratitude for your father's vision, his tremendous foresight and his devotion to duty."
- CNA/dl
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