MFA Press Statement: Valedictory message from Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong to King Albert II of the Kingdom of Belgium

15 July 2013

Your Majesty,

On behalf of the Government and people of Singapore, I offer Your Majesty my best wishes as you abdicate the throne in favour of Crown Prince Philippe.

You ruled with dignity and wisdom, while advancing the wellbeing of your people and country. Your vision and hard work contributed significantly to Belgium’s progress over the past two decades.

Singapore values our warm and longstanding relationship with Belgium. We were pleased to welcome Crown Prince Philippe to Singapore in 2008 and 2010, when we had good exchanges on strengthening our cooperation in trade, healthcare, culture and the arts. I am confident that Singapore-Belgium relations will continue to grow in future.

I wish Your Majesty continued good health and every success in your future endeavours. Please also accept my best wishes on the joyous occasion of Belgium’s National Day on 21 July 2013.

Yours sincerely,

LEE HSIEN LOONG

His Majesty King Albert II
Royal Palace
1000 Brussels