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Singapore PM Lee praises IIT and IIM graduates as key labour force for growth
International
Published on 24 April 2026
He says Singapore still needs foreign talent urgently
Singapore Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong has praised graduates from India’s IITs and IIMs for their contribution to Singapore’s workforce and development. Speaking on the country’s labour needs, Lee highlighted that Singapore continues to attract foreign talent to meet demand, positioning Indian institutions as a major source of high-skill manpower.
- Lee praised IIT and IIM graduates for strengthening Singapore’s talent pool
- Singapore faces ongoing labour demand that requires skilled workers
- Foreign talent attraction remains central to Singapore’s growth strategy
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