Six outstanding candidates have been awarded the Lee Kuan Yew Scholarship this year for their postgraduate studies.
Two candidates have been awarded the 2025 Lee Kuan Yew Scholarship
Six candidates have been awarded the 2024 Lee Kuan Yew Scholarship
The President has appointed Mr Ng Siew Quan as a member of the Public Service Commission (PSC) with effect from 1 August 2026, for a five-year term in the first instance.
Mr Ng, 60, was a Partner at PwC Singapore and served as the Corporate Governance Leader and Asia Pacific Leader of the firm’s entrepreneurial and private business arm before retiring in June 2026. Mr Ng is actively involved in the local Chinese community and cultural sphere. He is the Board Chairman of the Singapore Chinese Cultural Centre and the Singapore Chinese Orchestra, Chairman of the Kwong Wai Shiu Hospital, First Vice President of the Singapore Chinese Chamber of Commerce & Industry, and the Secretary General of the Singapore Federation of Chinese Clan Associations. He is also a member of the Board of Trustees of the Chinese Development Assistance Council. Mr Ng was conferred the Public Service Medal in 2022.
Chairman of the PSC Mr Lee Tzu Yang said, “I warmly welcome Mr Ng to the Commission. Mr Ng will bring fresh perspectives and insights to support the PSC's work on appointment and promotion of senior leaders, selection of PSC scholars, and disciplinary matters of civil servants.” On his appointment, Mr Ng said, “I am honoured to have the opportunity to serve on the PSC and look forward to contributing towards this meaningful role.”
In the front row, from left: Ms Stephanie Siow Su Lyn, Mr Wang Chenwei, Ms Quah Ting Wen
In the second row, from left: Mr Navjote Singh Sachdev, Mr Chong Fu Shan, Dr Chor Wei Ping Daniel
2026 LEE KUAN YEW SCHOLARSHIP AWARD CEREMONY
Six outstanding candidates have been awarded the Lee Kuan Yew Scholarship this year for their postgraduate studies.
2. The recipients are as follows.
| S/N | Name and Age | Field of Study, University and Country |
| 1 | Mr Chong Fu Shan [钟富山] Age: 28 | LL.M (Master of Laws), Harvard University, United States of America |
| 2 | Dr Chor Wei Ping Daniel [邹炜彬] Age: 41 | Master of Science in Health Informatics, University of Illinois Chicago, United States of America |
| 3 | Mr Navjote Singh Sachdev Age: 38 | Mid-Career Master in Public Administration, Harvard University, United States of America |
| 4 | Ms Quah Ting Wen [柯婷文] Age: 33 | Master of Guidance and Counselling, James Cook University, Singapore |
| 5 | Ms Stephanie Siow Su Lyn [萧素玲] Age: 32 | Master in Business Administration, INSEAD, Singapore |
| 6 | Mr Wang Chenwei [王辰威] Age: 37 | PhD in Music Practices, National University of Singapore, Singapore |
3. The Lee Kuan Yew Scholarship was set up in 1991 by the Tanjong Pagar Citizens’ Consultative Committee in commemoration of the significant contributions made by Singapore’s founding Prime Minister. The scholarship, which receives funding support from the Lee Kuan Yew Centennial Fund, is awarded to exceptional individuals who demonstrate a strong sense of commitment to serve Singapore and Singaporeans.
4. Lee Kuan Yew Scholarship holders are fully sponsored for their tuition fees and receive an annual allowance of S$50,000 for the duration of their postgraduate studies. They may choose to pursue their postgraduate studies in any country and field of study that best develops their potential as leaders and are expected to continue contributing in their respective fields of work to benefit Singapore and society.
5. “I have been very fortunate to have had coaches, teachers, teammates, and family who have invested so much in me over the years. Receiving the Lee Kuan Yew Scholarship is a deeply humbling and encouraging opportunity for me to continue learning and equipping myself with the expertise to help build environments to enable individuals to grow, perform, and thrive. I hope to honour that trust by contributing meaningfully to the development of communities in Singapore, just as others have so generously done for me,” said Quah Ting Wen, national swimmer, three-time Olympian, and recipient of the 2026 Lee Kuan Yew Scholarship.
6. Fellow recipient Wang Chenwei, Composer-in-Residence of the Singapore Chinese Orchestra, said, “I am immensely honoured by the Lee Kuan Yew Scholarship, which entrusts me to articulate cultural identity and champion transcultural exchange through music. It empowers me to prioritise enduring impact over short-term return in my doctoral research and composition – to rediscover tradition and redefine innovation in pursuit of a genuine Singaporean sound that reflects who we are and who we aspire to be.”
7. More details on the scholarship can be found at https://www.psc.gov.sg/scholarships/postgraduate-scholarships/lee-kuan-yew-scholarship.
Dr Asyifah Binte Mohamed Rashid (left), Ms Loo Qingwen, Jean (right)
2025 LEE KUAN YEW SCHOLARSHIP AWARD CEREMONY
The Lee Kuan Yew Scholarship was set up in 1991 by the Tanjong Pagar Citizens’ Consultative Committee in commemoration of the significant contributions made by Singapore’s founding Prime Minister. The scholarship, which receives funding support from the Lee Kuan Yew Centennial Fund, is awarded to exceptional individuals who demonstrate a strong sense of commitment to serve Singapore and Singaporeans.
2. Two outstanding candidates have been awarded the Lee Kuan Yew Scholarship this year for their postgraduate studies. The recipients are:
| S/N | Name/Age | Field of Study, University and Country |
|---|---|---|
1 | Dr Asyifah Binte Mohamed Rashid Age 34 | Master In Business Administration, INSEAD Singapore |
2 | Ms Loo Qingwen, Jean 吕晴文 Age 40 | Master of Social Work, National University of Singapore, Singapore |
3. Lee Kuan Yew Scholarship holders are fully sponsored for their tuition fees and receive an annual allowance of S$50,000 for the duration of their postgraduate studies. They may choose to pursue their postgraduate studies in any country and field of study that best develops their potential as leaders and are expected to continue contributing in their respective fields of work to benefit Singapore and society.
4. “The Lee Kuan Yew Scholarship has enabled me to pursue the INSEAD Global Executive MBA, which will equip me with advanced capabilities in strategic leadership, organisational transformation, and decision-making in complex environments. These capabilities are critical as I continue to lead national efforts within A*STAR to translate scientific innovation into impactful health and economic outcomes for Singapore,” said Dr Asyifah Binte Mohamed Rashid, recipient of the 2025 Lee Kuan Yew Scholarship.
5. Fellow recipient of the 2025 Lee Kuan Yew Scholarship, Ms Loo Qingwen, Jean, said, “It is a privilege to be awarded the Lee Kuan Yew Scholarship. Its significance inspires me to broaden my perspectives on social change and systemic problem solving and expands my toolbox and leadership skills to better contribute towards disability inclusion and social services.”
6. More details on the scholarship can be found at https://www.psc.gov.sg/scholarships/postgraduate-scholarships/lee-kuan-yew-scholarship.
In the front row, from left: Dr Ng Yao Yi, Kennedy, Dr Ho Wen Teng, Vanda and Mr Cheong Tian Ci, Torsten. In the second row, from left: Assistant Commissioner of Police (AC) Wat Zhiwen, Sergius and Mr Darien The Chun Yiu. Absent: COL Ang Chun Hou Bertram
2024 LEE KUAN YEW SCHOLARSHIP AWARD CEREMONY
The Lee Kuan Yew Scholarship was set up in 1991 by the Tanjong Pagar Citizens’ Consultative Committee in commemoration of the significant contributions made by Singapore’s founding Prime Minister. It is awarded to exceptional individuals who demonstrate a strong sense of commitment to serve Singapore and Singaporeans.
2. Six outstanding candidates have been awarded the Lee Kuan Yew Scholarship this year to support their postgraduate studies. The recipients are:
| S/N | Name/Age | Field of Study, University and Country |
|---|---|---|
1 | COL Ang Chun Hou Bertram 汪俊豪 Age 37 | Master of Science in Management, Stanford University United States of America |
2 | Mr Cheong Tian Ci, Torsten 张天赐 Age 33 | Master of Laws, Harvard University, United States of America |
3 | Dr Ho Wen Teng, Vanda 何文婷 Age 32 | PhD in Immunology, National University of Singapore, Singapore |
| 4 | Dr Ng Yao Yi, Kennedy 黄耀毅 Age 33 | Master in Public Administration, Harvard University, United States of America |
| 5 | Mr Darien The Chun Yiu 戴俊耀 Age 29 | Master of Laws, Harvard University, United States of America |
| 6 | AC Wat Zhiwen, Sergius 屈志文 Age 35 | Master of Science in Management, Stanford University, United States of America |
3. Starting from this year, the Lee Kuan Yew Scholarship recipients will receive an enhanced award quantum to help them with the cost of education and living expenses. In addition to the existing annual allowance of S$50,000 for the duration of their postgraduate studies, recipients will be fully sponsored for their tuition fees. The eligibility criteria for the Lee Kuan Yew Scholarship have also been revised to focus more strongly on the candidates’ potential to contribute to Singapore and society through their pursuits and expertise.
4. Mr Darien The is one of the scholarship recipients this year who will receive the enhanced award quantum. He said, “I am grateful for the generous support from the Lee Kuan Yew scholarship which will alleviate the financial burden for my legal studies in the US. My family and I have benefited from Singapore's meritocratic system. I am committed to giving back to the community and contributing to Singapore’s continued success after my studies."
5. Lee Kuan Yew Scholarship holders may choose to pursue their postgraduate studies in any country and field of study that best develops their potential as leaders. The scholarship holders are expected to contribute actively to the community.
6. The Lee Kuan Yew Scholarship is one of the beneficiaries of the Lee Kuan Yew Centennial Fund. More details can be found at https://www.psc.gov.sg/scholarships/postgraduate-scholarships/lee-kuan-yew-scholarship.