SINGAPORE: Singapore’s leaders paid tribute to Pope Francis, who died at 88, highlighting his compassion and dedication to humanity. President Tharman Shanmugaratnam and Prime Minister Lawrence Wong expressed their condolences and recalled their meetings with the pontiff, emphasizing his message of peace. Senior Minister Lee Hsien Loong praised his efforts for interfaith dialogue, while Minister Edwin Tong remembered him as a disarming figure with a sense of humor, noting his tireless advocacy for peace and harmony.
