Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong on leave until June 19, Lawrence Wong to be Acting PM

SINGAPORE — Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong will be on leave for a week from Monday (June 13) to June 19, the Prime Minister’s Office said on Sunday. 

During his absence, Finance Minister Lawrence Wong will be Acting Prime Minister. 

In a Facebook post on Sunday evening, Mr Lee said he will spend his leave in Singapore. He plans to use the time to read and explore the country. 

"I plan to catch up on my reading and go for the occasional #jalanjalan. Will update should I come across anything interesting," said Mr Lee. 

On Monday, Finance Minister Wong will also be promoted to Deputy Prime Minister, holding both portfolios concurrently.

In April, Mr Wong was named leader of the People's Action Party's fourth generation or 4G team, paving the way for him to become Singapore's next Prime Minister. CNA