26 Quotes by Tony Tan

Singapore is an international city, and it would be a grave mistake to close our doors.

'Singaporeans first' is different from saying 'Singaporeans only.'

Some of the people involved in ISIS are going to Iraq, and some of our young people are being radicalised through the Internet.

The French have a very deep knowledge of Islam in many areas, and we can exchange views.

The president is a president for all Singaporeans. Not only for those who have voted for me, but even for those who have not voted for me.

Where patient needs are complex, we should provide greater support in the community so that patients can cut down on trips to the tertiary hospital.

Every clinical encounter is an opportunity to generate social capital. Even in situations where patient needs are complex or seemingly insurmountable, it is the empathy and goodwill which makes the difference.

How could I remain a spectator while Singapore faces such complex challenges? How could I not step forward when I know I have more to contribute to the country we all worked to build?

I think we have a good foundation which Mr. Lee Kuan Yew laid down, but you have to move forward. Now the question is what can Mr. Lee Hsien Loong and his team, and all our younger ministers can do now to build on the foundation which Mr. Lee Kuan Yew has built.