All Risk Is Creative Lee Kuan Yew Creates Order
Mar 29, 2025
Explore the fascinating journey of Singapore’s transformation from poverty to prosperity under Lee Kuan Yew. Discover how he instilled unity and harmony through Confucian values during times of unrest. Learn about his strategic leadership and controversial policies that fostered responsibility among citizens. Compare Western views on governance with the unique political landscape of Singapore. Witness how one leader's vision created a legacy that impacted not only his nation but also inspired growth across Asia.
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Lee Kuan Yew's Public Cry
- Lee Kuan Yew cried publicly after Singapore was expelled from Malaysia in 1965, showing his heartbreak and disbelief.
- Despite his shattered dream, he resolved to build a nation against the odds with no natural resources or military strength.
Order as Nation's Foundation
- For Lee Kuan Yew, order was the absolute foundation for national progress, deeply rooted in Confucian values.
- Social harmony and stability enabled economic growth and were prioritized above all during Singapore’s nation-building.
Choose Foreign Investment Over Debt
- Lee Kuan Yew rejected borrowing large amounts to fund welfare, favoring attracting foreign investment instead.
- He embraced a positive-sum approach focusing on economic output rather than protectionism and dogma.
