1. 2011 was a significant year for Singapore. Singaporeans went to the polls twice, and elected a new government and President. Having made a significant political transition,
Your Excellency Yingluck Shinawatra
Excellencies
Distinguished Guests
Ladies and Gentlemen
It is my pleasure to warmly welcome Your Excellency and your delegation on your first Official Visit to Singapore.
Mr Lim Chuan Poh
Chairman A*STAR
Distinguished Guests
Ladies and Gentlemen
1. In 1989, I was on an investment promotion trip in Tokyo as Minister for Trade and Industry. Mr Philip Yeo (then-Chairman,
Tharman Shanmugaratnam
Chairman, MAS
Ravi Menon
Managing Director, MAS
Distinguished guests
Ladies and gentlemen
1. I am happy to join MAS and our distinguished central bank governors, regulators and CEOs to celebrate MAS’ 40th anniversary.
Mr Speaker sir
1. This is the start of a new term of Parliament. The people have chosen us to be their representatives and it is our duty to fulfill the trust which they have vested upon us.
Mr President
Chief Justice
Excellencies and distinguished guests
Ladies and gentlemen
INTRODUCTION
1. On behalf of the people and Government, I congratulate you, Mr President, on your election as President of the Republic of Singapore.