#298 - Lawrence Wong promoted to Deputy PM & divorced couple to split $1 million wedding red packet
Earlier this week, PM Lee announced several Cabinet changes, the most prominent being Lawrence Wong’s promotion to Deputy Prime Minister. While this wasn’t unexpected, were there any other surprises? In the local courts, a judge ruled that a $1 million r...
Earlier this week, PM Lee announced several Cabinet changes, the most prominent being Lawrence Wong’s promotion to Deputy Prime Minister. While this wasn’t unexpected, were there any other surprises? In the local courts, a judge ruled that a $1 million red packet presented at a wedding tea ceremony is to be included in the matrimonial assets to be split between the couple as they go through their divorce. We discuss why this case is a warning to those looking to flex their wealth at their wedding.
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Lawrence Wong promoted to Deputy PM
- PM Lee announces Cabinet changes, with Lawrence Wong promoted to Deputy Prime Minister
- 'Give every ounce of my strength to serve Singapore': Lawrence Wong on being appointed Deputy Prime Minister
- Lawrence Wong's deputy will be decided later by him, says PM Lee | The Straits Times
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