In response to Deputy Prime Minister Heng Swee Keat's letter which detailed his reasons for stepping aside, Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong thanked him for his years of service. Mr Lee also commended his exceptional work as Finance Minister. Mr Heng held various positions in public service for nearly 30 years, before joining politics in 2011.

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