Minister of Health Ong Ye Kung said in a Facebook statement endorsing Lawrence Wong’s appointment at the next leader of the PAP’s 4G team.
He reflected on their time working together and highlighted his dedication and commitment to the country.
Here is what he said on Facebook
My Cabinet and Party colleagues selected and endorsed Minister Lawrence Wong to be our leader earlier today.
Right from the start of the succession planning process, 4G Ministers are clear that we are selecting someone who can bring out the best in the team as we serve Singapore. We now have a good outcome.
I have known Minister Lawrence Wong for many years, since we were PPSes, and then as colleagues in the Cabinet, and most recently we have been working closely together as co-chairs of the Multi-Ministry Taskforce.
I have worked with him up-close and witnessed his dedication and commitment to Singapore and Singaporeans. He puts his heart and soul into what he is doing and is never a seeker of credit or fanfare.
The 4G team, now led by Minister Lawrence Wong, will continue to put Singapore and Singaporeans at the heart of every decision we make. I will do my utmost to support him, and look forward to be part of his team.
My heartiest congratulations, Lawrence Wong!