Singapore has selected Johor Menteri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi as the 82nd recipient of the Lee Kuan Yew Exchange Fellowship. The three-day program commenced today and continues through August 1. Malaysia's Foreign Affairs Ministry confirms Onn Hafiz becomes the ninth Malaysian leader to earn this distinction since the fellowship began in 1991. The prestigious program identifies exceptional leaders who show promise for advancing national progress and strengthening regional partnerships.
Foreign Minister Dr Vivian Balakrishnan serves as host for the visit. Prime Minister Lawrence Wong will conduct discussions with the Johor leader alongside Deputy Prime Minister Gan Kim Yong and additional cabinet members. The fellowship program arranges sessions with Lee Tzu Yang, who chairs the LKYEF organization. Singapore officials will present detailed information about their approaches to city development and food court administration systems during the exchange.
Foreign Minister Dr Vivian Balakrishnan serves as host for the visit. Prime Minister Lawrence Wong will conduct discussions with the Johor leader alongside Deputy Prime Minister Gan Kim Yong and additional cabinet members. The fellowship program arranges sessions with Lee Tzu Yang, who chairs the LKYEF organization. Singapore officials will present detailed information about their approaches to city development and food court administration systems during the exchange.