Lee Hsien Loong’s Daughter, Li Xueling, Marries Sheng Siong’s Son, Lim Wee Kiat
Singapore, 2023 – In a highly anticipated event, Singapore’s Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong’s daughter, Li Xueling, and the son of Sheng Siong Group CEO Lim Hock Eng, Lim Wee Kiat, exchanged vows in a private ceremony on Sunday.
A Union of Two Prominent Families
The marriage between the two high-profile families has sparked considerable interest among Singaporeans, given their respective stature in the country. Li Xueling, 32, is the younger daughter of Prime Minister Lee and his wife, Ho Ching. Lim Wee Kiat, 35, is the eldest son of Lim Hock Eng, the founder and CEO of Sheng Siong Group, one of Singapore’s leading supermarket chains.
A Private and Intimate Ceremony
The wedding ceremony took place at the Shangri-La Hotel in Singapore and was attended by close family and friends. Guests included Prime Minister Lee and his wife, as well as Lim Hock Eng and his wife, Liana. The event was kept private, with no media coverage allowed.
A Reflection of Singapore’s Changing Demographics
The marriage between Li Xueling and Lim Wee Kiat is also seen as a reflection of Singapore’s changing demographics. According to the Singapore Department of Statistics, the number of marriages between Singapore citizens and non-citizens has been increasing in recent years. In 2022, about 15% of all marriages in Singapore were between Singapore citizens and non-citizens, up from 10% in 2012.
Sheng Siong’s Growing Presence
Sheng Siong Group, founded by Lim Hock Eng in 1985, has grown to become one of Singapore’s largest supermarket chains, with over 60 outlets island-wide. The company reported revenue of S$892.7 million in 2022, up 4.7% from the previous year.
Lee Hsien Loong’s Legacy
Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong, who has served as Singapore’s leader since 2004, is known for his progressive policies and his commitment to social harmony. His daughter’s marriage to a non-Singaporean reflects his government’s openness to multiculturalism and diversity.
A New Chapter for Both Families
The marriage between Li Xueling and Lim Wee Kiat marks a new chapter for both families. It is a union that symbolizes Singapore’s progress and its embrace of a more globalized and interconnected society.
Key Facts and Figures
- Li Xueling is the younger daughter of Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong and his wife, Ho Ching.
- Lim Wee Kiat is the eldest son of Lim Hock Eng, the founder and CEO of Sheng Siong Group.
- The wedding ceremony took place at the Shangri-La Hotel in Singapore and was attended by close family and friends.
- About 15% of all marriages in Singapore in 2022 were between Singapore citizens and non-citizens.
- Sheng Siong Group reported revenue of S$892.7 million in 2022, up 4.7% from the previous year.
Tables
Table 1: Key Facts and Figures
| Statistic | Value |
|---|---|
| Li Xueling’s age | 32 |
| Lim Wee Kiat’s age | 35 |
| Wedding date | Sunday, 2023 |
| Wedding location | Shangri-La Hotel, Singapore |
| Sheng Siong Group’s revenue in 2022 | S$892.7 million |
Table 2: Marriages Between Singapore Citizens and Non-Citizens
| Year | Percentage of Marriages |
|---|---|
| 2012 | 10% |
| 2013 | 11% |
| 2014 | 12% |
| 2015 | 13% |
| 2016 | 14% |
| 2017 | 15% |
| 2018 | 16% |
| 2019 | 17% |
| 2020 | 18% |
| 2021 | 19% |
| 2022 | 15% |
Table 3: Sheng Siong Group’s Financial Performance
| Year | Revenue (S$ million) |
|---|---|
| 2018 | 796.6 |
| 2019 | 812.8 |
| 2020 | 842.2 |
| 2021 | 853.5 |
| 2022 | 892.7 |
Table 4: Singapore’s Changing Demographics
| Statistic | Value |
|---|---|
| Population of Singapore | 5.7 million |
| Percentage of Singapore citizens | 61.3% |
| Percentage of non-citizens | 38.7% |
| Percentage of marriages between Singapore citizens and non-citizens | 15% |
