Lee Hsien Yang, son of Singapore founder Lee Kuan Yew, has been granted asylum in the UK amid a feud with his brother, former Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong. He claims fear of persecution by Singapore’s government. The government denies these claims, stating he is free to return. Both Mr. Lee and his wife have been given refugee status for five years in the UK.
Lee Hsien Yang, the son of Singapore's founding Prime Minister Lee Kuan Yew and brother to the former Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong, has received asylum in the United Kingdom.
This development follows a public feud with his brother over their father's legacy and leadership decisions.
The dispute began with their father's will, which stated his wish for the family home to be demolished.
Lee Hsien Yang claims fear of political persecution in Singapore, a charge the government denies.
Both he and his wife have been granted asylum by the UK, acknowledging their claimed fears of persecution.
Despite his asylum status, Lee Hsien Yang remains a Singapore citizen and aspires to return when it is safe.
He has also maintained his opposition to the Singapore government by joining the Progress Singapore Party, with intentions to continue his activism while residing in London.