Deeply honoured to be appointed an Honorary Companion in the General Division of the Order of Australia. This is Australia’s highest honour for non-citizens or permanent residents. We celebrate #SG60 and the 60th anniversary of Singapore-Australia diplomatic relations this year. I am confident that our relationship will continue to grow and flourish for many years to come. 🇸🇬🇦🇺 go.gov.sg/wrvqxb

Attended the National Day Observance Ceremony at the Istana this morning, together with colleagues from PMO and Istana. I am looking forward to the National Day Parade at the Padang tomorrow, as well as all the community celebrations lined up for #SG60! 🇸🇬 go.gov.sg/v0revt

Ho Ching and I had a good catch up with the Sultan of Brunei Haji Hassanal Bolkiah over tea this afternoon. Happy that His Majesty accepted PM Wong’s invitation to attend this year's NDP to celebrate #SG60 with us. Brunei has stood closely with Singapore for the past 60 years and more. We will continue to build upon these longstanding ties and strengthen our cooperation for many more years to come. go.gov.sg/w819l6

#HappeningNow: Join SM Lee Hsien Loong at the Teck Ghee National Day Observance Ceremony. Happy 60th Birthday, Singapore! 🇸🇬 #SG60 go.gov.sg/ls8zk5

Enjoyed Lianhe Zaobao’s interactive site that takes the viewer on a historical journey through defining moments of our nation’s history. 60 years ago, no one could have imagined or predicted where our journey would bring us. Let us carry forward this spirit of unity, resilience, and purpose to continue building a prosperous nation for generations to come!

今天我国欢庆 #SG60。60年为一甲子。

《联合早报》的互动网站“新加坡独立之路：一场不流血政变”相当丰富，带着我们走入历史。

60年前，没有人能够想象或预测我国发展至今所取得的成果。让我们延续这份团结、坚毅向前的精神，继续为我们的后代打造一个繁荣昌盛的新加坡。🇸🇬

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Happy #SG60 National Day! 🇸🇬 Joined residents at the Teck Ghee National Day Observance Ceremony this morning to mark 60 years of independence together as one people, regardless of background, race, or religion. go.gov.sg/p2t3mu

A wonderful #SG60 celebration at #NDP2025! 🇸🇬 For six decades, we have progressed far together, a nation shaped by the hard work of generations of Singaporeans. I am confident that Singaporeans will continue achieving our dreams and writing our stories, towards a brighter future for the next 60 years and beyond. #MajulahSingapura! go.gov.sg/zqmtrs

#SG60 celebrations continued across the nation over the weekend! Joined fellow grassroots advisers from Central Singapore District at the National Day Heartland Celebrations in Bishan. Glad to see different community groups gather together to share their aspirations for Singapore. go.gov.sg/wg0n14

Attended the National Day Reception at the Istana yesterday evening, together with President Tharman Shanmugaratnam, PM Lawrence Wong, and ESM Goh Chok Tong. Enjoyed chatting with the many guests across different sectors and walks of life, and thanked them for contributing to their respective communities and to Singapore. 🇸🇬 https://go.gov.sg/3cj8vb

Joined Victor Lye and his Buangkok-Fernvale South team for MPS last night. If you are facing issues, please do not feel that you have to struggle on your own. You can seek help from your MP or the many community groups that are ready to assist. go.gov.sg/amrm4w

National Day may be over, but festivities continued at the Teck Ghee #SG60 Carnival, held at the MRT viaduct along Ang Mo Kio Ave 10 yesterday! Glad to see residents young and old enjoying themselves and creating a lively atmosphere. go.gov.sg/2i48gd

At #NDR2025, PM Lawrence Wong charted a course forward for the next chapter of our story. What matters most is our collective Singapore Spirit. We may be a small nation, but so long as we stand together and put “we” before “me”, we will continue to scale greater heights for many more years to come. go.gov.sg/f5mxqo

Saddened to hear about the passing of Maestro Choo Hoey, the Singapore Symphony Orchestra’s first resident conductor and music director. His efforts put the SSO on the global music stage, and nurtured generations of talented musicians who have since distinguished themselves. I extend my deepest condolences to Maestro Choo Hoey’s family. May his legacy continue to live on in every note that the chorus sings and music that the orchestra plays.

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More lunches with MPs! Caught up with first-term MPs Valerie Lee, Choo Pei Ling, Gho Sze Kee and Goh Hanyan, as well as two-term MP Xie Yao Quan. Glad that Desmond Lee and Jeffrey Siow are also settling in well in their respective Ministries. Look forward to our MPs’ active participation when Parliament opens next month. go.gov.sg/vb0dzq

Konnichiwa! Am in Japan for a week-long working visit. Looking forward to attending our SG60 celebrations at Expo 2025 Osaka. Then onward to Tokyo to call on Japan PM Shigeru Ishiba. Will also be meeting with political and business leaders. I hope this visit to the Land of the Rising Sun, now as Senior Minister, will be a meaningful one and will help foster better relations to come! go.gov.sg/y9ej7l

A good start to my first full day in Osaka. Met several Kansai-based business leaders for lunch to exchange views on economic trends and collaboration. Later, I visited the Shimano Advanced Manufacturing Facility, where I learnt more about their manufacturing processes. go.gov.sg/jcnwaa

Visited teamLab Botanical Garden Osaka, located within the beautiful Nagai Botanical Garden in Osaka. The immersive artworks and exhibits explore how people interact with one another and with nature – a thoughtful intersection of digital art with the natural world. go.gov.sg/znb3yp

Took in the sights and sounds of Kuromon Market and Dotonbori today — two popular landmarks that capture the dynamic spirit of Osaka. I thoroughly enjoyed the good food, as well as the friendly service and warm hospitality from the locals. go.gov.sg/lftqts

Glad to celebrate #SG60 at the Singapore Pavilion at Expo 2025 in Osaka! I also visited the Japan Pavilion, which wove the themes of sustainability into a beautiful and engaging visitor experience. go.gov.sg/o1z7i3

Honoured to be conferred the Grand Cordon of the Order of the Rising Sun. Thank you to PM Shigeru Ishiba and the Government of Japan for this honour. I am proud to have played a part in advancing the friendship between Singapore and Japan. 🇸🇬🇯🇵 go.gov.sg/a59bck