The son of Lee Kuan Yew, the founding prime minister of Singapore, has publicly claimed he is now a political refugee. Lee Hsien Yang, brother of current Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong, has been entangled in a high-profile family feud that became public in 2017. The dispute initially centered around their father’s house and his wish for it to be demolished, but it soon evolved into broader issues, including disagreements over governance and transparency. Lee Hsien Yang, who previously served as a senior business executive in Singapore, left the country amid allegations of improprieties and claims of political persecution.
In March 2023, he announced his decision to self-exile, citing concerns about fair treatment if he returned. He has since declared himself a "political exile," expressing fear of being targeted by the Singaporean government. His self-imposed exile highlights the complex tensions between the Lee family’s legacy and Singapore’s political establishment.
The case underscores the growing scrutiny of Singapore's political landscape, where the ruling People’s Action Party (PAP) has maintained uninterrupted power for decades.
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