“I was recruited by the former Prime Minister Goh Chok Tong. And I never forgot his key message to me when he was encouraging me to come in. He said: “You must hold fast to your values. If you have to compromise your values in order to join us, you lose your value to us.””
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Vivian Balakrishnan
Vivian Balakrishnan is a prominent Singaporean politician currently serving as a Member of Parliament. Born on January 25, 1961, he has been an influential figure in Singapore's government for several decades. Balakrishnan has held various key positions, including Minister for Foreign Affairs and Minister for Environment and Water Resources, and has been recognized for his contributions to the nation's development and international relations. more
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