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Powerful speeches by Lee Kuan Yew

Very few could doubt Mr Lee Kuan Yew’s charisma. His very presence invoked respect. His powerful delivery and passionate speeches made it difficult not to listen. Watch some of his memorable speeches here.



He did not sugarcoat his words. Being true to himself was one of the many strengths of Lee Kuan Yew.


Lee Kuan Yew had to make tough decisions throughout his life, but he did what he did to build a nation. He stood firm on his beliefs to bring Singapore out from troubled times and turn it into the thriving metropolis it is today.

Lee Kuan Yew on the Vietnam War and the problems of Southeast Asia.