Prime minister of Singapore, having risen to the top job less than a year before the May 2025 election. Previously led a task-force dealing with the covid-19 pandemic. A technocrat by reputation.
Wong called a general election for May 3rd 2025, warning that America's tariffs meant the era of globalisation and free trade was over. He increased the PAP's vote share from 61% to 66%, bucking a trend in which new PAP leaders see dips in support at their first election. The victory put to rest doubts about his ability to put his own stamp on the government.
Beware of the man who knows the answer before he understands the question.