Singapore Senior Minister
Lee Kuan Yew celebrates his 80th birthday on 16th September 2003.

He has spent nearly 50 years in politics and has played mentor to many young politicians. And there's no stopping him.

He plans to remain Senior Minister for "as long as he can contribute" and then as an MP for as long as he is fit.

Friends, colleagues, MPs, as well as the nation, pay tribute to Mr Lee >>>
 

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Senior Minister Turns 80

We bring you birthday tributes for the man whose vision has helped build Singapore. Watch highlights of his birthday celebrations. Hear from colleagues past and present, and from the Senior Minister himself >>>

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The Senior Minister's Memoirs

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