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Singaporean Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong announced that his deputy, Lawrence Wong, would be the next leader of the country. Wong is widely seen as a competent technocrat with a common touch, and his appointment is expected to bring continuity to the government. However, Wong may lack the vision needed to address the numerous challenges facing Singapore. Amid political scandals and an increasingly vocal opposition, Wong will need to balance continuity with bold leadership to ensure Singapore's continued success.
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