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Mr. Wong expressed his gratitude for Mr. Heng’s “extensive accomplishments” to Singapore in a letter to him.  ,
Mr. Wong noted that Mr. Heng had dedicated his “tired running life” to the service of Singapore and its citizens.
The primary minister mentioned that Mr. Heng first served as a police officer before moving on to the Administrative Service, where he held important posts, including as managing director of the Monetary Authority of Singapore and permanent secretary of the Ministry of Trade and Industry.
Mr. Heng next entered politics, “mastering every plan detail and working hard to design a better future for Singapore,” according to Mr. Wong, who “applied rigour and dedication” to every position he held.
Mr. Heng “believed greatly in nurturing the full potential of every infant, regardless of their starting place,” according to Mr. Wong, as Minister for Education.  ,
Under his leadership, subject-based joining was implemented, the position of secondary colleges was changed, and subject-based banding was implemented. He also advised planning to expand the number of level options available to Singaporeans, leading to the Singapore Institute of Technology becoming the second intelligent university in the nation.  ,
Mr. Wong praised Mr. Heng’s desire for Singapore to become a learning culture, and SkillsFuture was created, launching a nationwide movements for lifelong learning, under his management.  ,
Mr. Heng was” a solid and trusted custodian” of Singapore’s fiscal tools as Minister for Finance, the prime secretary said.  ,
Mr. Wong remarked that Mr. Heng had to make difficult choices in order to guarantee lasting income, such as increasing the Goods and Services Tax. However, he also created a detailed Assurance Package that made sure that households with middle and lower incomes wouldn’t suffer the raise.
Mr. Heng delivered five expenses when COVID-19 struck, according to Mr. Wong, to save lives and ensure the recovery of Singapore from the issue.
Your steady management, joy in the face of pressure, and worry for regular Singaporeans gave stability and reassurance in those trying times, added Mr. Wong.
Mr. Heng also played a significant role in improving Singapore’s market, according to Mr. Wong, in order to provide great opportunities for all Singaporeans.  ,
Mr. Heng furthermore strengthened Singapore’s relations to global partners in order to expand its economic potential.
Owing to his achievements, Singapore now has a more active research and innovation ecosystem that is effective both on global issues like climate change and aging, according to Mr. Wong.
The primary minister continued, stating that Mr. Heng was a “bold and clever” politician who had a “bold and intellectual” approach to community development.
You constantly upheld the guiding principle of support above self throughout your career. You accepted this responsibility in 2018, when the 4G squad unanimously selected you to lead our organization, Mr. Wong said in reference to the PAP’s fourth-generation staff.
However, you sincerely stepped apart to let the team chose a younger head with a longer runway after COVID-19 delayed the change.
” I merely wish our association could have been greater. You have been a staunch friend and comrade, the excellent minister continued.
Mr. Wong noted that while he and Mr. Heng both entered elections at the same time, Mr. Heng was also a top and would always be helpful in his guidance and guidance.  ,
Mr. Wong concluded his letter by saying,” It has been a pleasure to serve alongside you in the Ministries of Education and Finance, in our battle against COVID-19, in Cabinet, and in politics more broadly.
Thank you for your many years of devoted service to Singapore and our persons, on behalf of all Singaporeans. In your pension, I wish you good health, happiness, and tranquility.