Li Ka-shing, the founder of the CK Hutchison Group, has rarely appeared in public after his retirement. However, he recently gave a video interview to the Singaporean media in Hong Kong, detailing his interactions with his old friend and Singapore’s founding father Lee Kuan Yew in Cantonese. The interview video is about 5 minutes long, and you can see Li Ka-shing sitting in the office throughout the entire interview, looking in good spirits. He recalled that he first met Lee Kuan Yew in Hong Kong in 1967 or 1968, and mentioned the competition between Hong Kong and Singapore. He said that both places are legendary and are also entering many new stages at the same time. “The two places have a lot in common and can learn from each other.” .
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Li Ka-shing said that the world and social problems are becoming increasingly complex, and there is a lot to consider about the future. He recently asked artificial intelligence on his mobile phone whether Hong Kong and Singapore are competitors? The answer he got is that the two places are competitors. A mixture of cooperation, the answers are quite interesting.”
Li Ka-shing did not shy away from talking about Lee Kuan Yew’s controversy. He pointed out that looking at history from today’s perspective is often unfair. If you understand the complex background and economic difficulties in Asia at that time, you will understand Lee Kuan Yew’s challenge. “In the reality of no choice, we must create unlimited possibilities for the future. It sounds easy, but in practice it is not simple.” He also pointed out that young people may feel that everything Lee Kuan Yew has established is like a diamond ring on their heads, and I hope it can be humanized. We must understand that in a certain era, With the corresponding historical background, there was no room for relaxation at that time. It was necessary to improve people’s food, clothing, housing and transportation, and to build a future. This was the most humane operation. I really, really admire him.”
Once suggested joining politics “We laughed out loud”
When recalling a dinner conversation between the two, he even smiled, saying that after everyone discussed their views on the economy and business, “I told him, ‘Hey, why don’t you go into business!’; and he said, ‘Why don’t you go into politics? “La”, we all laughed.” Li Ka-shing said that Lee Kuan Yew’s thoughts have many levels. His determination to overcome all difficulties and fulfill his promises is worthy of everyone’s lifelong learning. “The people of Singapore are truly proud of the endless opportunities that Singapore has experienced from scratch. This is the best of a great leader.” experience.”
The original article was published on AM730
2023-10-05 20:58:18
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