“However busy, you should read.” A short essay I wrote for Warren Fernandez’s, “What We Read, and Why”.

No matter how busy we are, I hope we can all find the time, energy, and bandwidth to make reading a habit, as I have tried to do.

Reading teaches us how to think clearly in the middle of chaos. It is not just about gaining facts – it helps us to consider different perspectives, question assumptions and biases, and more importantly, form our own views rather than relying on others to interpret the world for us. go.gov.sg/w7k9c0

Today, Christians observed Good Friday. It is a solemn time of reflection and remembrance of the crucifixion and death of Jesus Christ. Wishing all Christians a blessed Good Friday and Easter weekend, and a restful long weekend to all! go.gov.sg/24p3ez

I recently visited the new Singapore General Hospital (SGH) Emergency / National Neuroscience Institute (NNI) building to see firsthand how the new facilities support patients and staff. The expanded building will meet future healthcare needs. Kudos to the management and staff for managing the complicated relocation so well! go.gov.sg/5rr3z5

Visited the Sakura floral display at Gardens by the Bay recently. 🌸 Each year brings a new display. This edition features over 30 varieties of cherry, peach and plum blossoms, set against a landscape inspired by Japan’s Ishikawa Prefecture. It runs until 15 April. Do visit if you can. :) go.gov.sg/f3p1fn

Spent yesterday evening with Ng Chee Meng and his team at their Jalan Kayu Meet-the-People Session. Heartening to see the volunteers out in full strength, spending their Friday night listening to residents’ concerns and offering support. Thank you to the team for your dedication and service. Keep up the good work and continue making a difference in our community. https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1L5YN5B5mx/

Today, our Tamil friends celebrate Puthandu, the first day of the Tamil New Year, while the Sikhs celebrate Vaisakhi. Other Indian groups like the Malayalees, Telugus, and Bengalis also observe their respective New Years around this time. I wish all who are celebrating a blessed and joyous year ahead with your loved ones! go.gov.sg/6rhe5w

Glad to see Singapore Police Force officers fully using technology in their day-to-day operations during my visit to the Central Police Division. In an era when the modus operandi of criminals is rapidly evolving, the SPF must quickly move into advanced tech to stay a few steps ahead. It is the only way to prevent, deter and detect crime, and keep the public safe and secure. Thank you to all our police officers for embracing technology and innovation to keep Singapore crime free! go.gov.sg/j07nxn

Congratulations to all recipients of the Teck Ghee CCC-CDC Education Merit Awards! Good to see so many students, parents and teachers gathered this morning. The students have done well not just through their own hard work, but also the strong support from their families and the community. There is a lot happening in the world around us. Let us stay steady and focus on doing our own parts well. Make the most of your time in school, building good habits, and growing step by step. go.gov.sg/lvnyik

Over the years, I’ve shared many “Guess Where?” photos — moments that caught my eye during walks, work visits, and quiet breaks in between. To mark my 14 years on social media, I shared 14 unposted photos from my camera roll on Facebook. How many can you recognise? Full set and answers in my FB photo captions: go.gov.sg/f6m7io

The youngest member of my team has also updated my Telegram sticker pack, using recent photos. I hope you enjoy them :) You can download them here: go.gov.sg/lhl-stickers-tg-2026

Tomorrow is Earth Day 🌎. Let us reflect on the importance of environmental protection. It is not just to mitigate the impact of climate change and geopolitics today, but also to protect the world future generations will inherit tomorrow. May we continue to nurture a healthy ecosystem and leave behind beautiful scenery for our children to enjoy. go.gov.sg/ns2szv

Attended the Administrative Service Dinner last night to acknowledge our public officers, celebrate the contributions of retiring leaders, and to reaffirm what it means to serve Singapore. We must work hard to sustain the virtuous cycle of good policies and good government. Only then can we continue to do what is right and keep Singapore safe, exceptional and thriving for years to come. go.gov.sg/1cnl1g

On May Day, we recognise workers for keeping Singapore strong, and appreciate our unions for championing workers’ interests. 

Tripartism has seen Singapore through many challenges. Built on trust among the government, unions and employers, it helps protect jobs, support workers and share the fruits of growth fairly. 

I wish all workers a Happy May Day!
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My staff showed me this photo of the Lyrids meteor shower among the star trails, taken last month at the Nanyang Technological University. Next week, the Eta Aquarids meteor shower is expected to peak on 6 and 7 May. The meteors are actually debris shed from Halley's Comet ploughing through Earth’s atmosphere at high speeds, and leaving behind glowing, lingering streaks. Did you catch a glimpse of the recent shooting stars? go.gov.sg/k1e79s

Am in Pahang, Malaysia, at the invitation of His Royal Highness Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri’ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah and Her Royal Highness the Tengku Ampuan of Pahang Tunku Azizah Aminah Maimunah Iskandariah. I will also be travelling to Terengganu.

My visit builds on the strong momentum of bilateral exchanges and I hope will strengthen Singapore’s longstanding and multifaceted ties with Malaysia’s states and their leaders.

On the drive to Kuantan, I visited the Malayan Tiger Conservation Centre. The Malayan tiger is critically endangered, and seeing these magnificent animals up close is a stark reminder of the need to protect the species. go.gov.sg/ph26y