Leong Mun Wai - Why Governments Cannot Lead All the Way & Why Gen Z Will Be Successful |

NCMP Leong Mun Wai of the Progress Singapore Party stops by the YLB studio to tell us why he chose to return to Singapore after 18 years, why we should avoid voting with our feet,, and reveals his message to critics of his behaviour in Parliament.
00:00 Intro
02:00 Interest in Politics
07:12 Why Come Back to Singapore
10:43 The Direction of Singapore
13:09 How Society Should Be
17:30 Balancing Idealism and Pragmatism
24:08 Singapore's Precarious Position
30:24 SkillsFuture
36:54 Birthrate
42:52 Finance Industry in Singapore
48:43 Investment in Training Locals
55:43 Singapore Attracting Rich People
01:12:49 One Shiok Thing
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[@ordinaryobserver897]

Wow you guys managed to get Mr Leong on podcast. He has made many good points which should be explored. Good job Mr Leong.

[@keepgoing335]

LMW is often made fun of, but he shared some things about how the economy works that opened my eyes. This interview changed my view about Mr Leong. Some of his ideas sound underdeveloped, but some of his views I think are quite valid. I think the government probably shares some of his long-term views but is scared to publicly agree with him because of the optics

[@brandondriesen2701]

I must say many have had negative views of LMW (including me) due to how his questions in Parliament paint him as a very antagonistic person. Here, in this interview, he comes across as a very agreeable and amiable person. LMW is in my view a very principled and nice man. Pleasant change of opinion.

[@lucytheodas9808]

LMW is the most feared Man in Parlaiment .🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@gilbertchua2990]

Love that Mr Leong admits his shortcomings and will improve on himself! Not easy from anyone to do this!

[@iskandarabdullah56]

We need people like him in parliament

[@TheObserver-es1ee]

He is sincere, has the heart to serve and most importantly, has empathy. Qualities that are so sorely lacking in our current 3/4G leaders. LMW is the politician we need but do not deserve

[@arkhera4375]

I really appreciate LMW and what he brings to parliament, not afraid of labels and ridicule and all that just to serve Singaporeans asking the inconvenient questions.

[@Callsign-Blade_RunnerSG]

YES! You have invited a great guest as with Mr Jamus. 👍🏻

[@jeremychuasees2846]

Nice🎉, pls have LMW back again.

[@LonganLee]

Agree. LMW has matured fast since his initial experience in parliament . A high IQ person learns fast. But he must be vigilant against some painting him as rubbish talker to diminish his credibility. I don't mean there was a opposition lawyer who was painted as mentally unsound

[@kelvinfok]

Great conversation. Singaporean here and just wanted to share my story. Graduated with a media & production degree and had a mediocre pay over the next 2 years. Jumped into banking as a RM and left after 4 years due to moral hazard and finally another jump into tech as a software developer, taking advantage of IMDA subsidies through a coding bootcamp. Have been working for over 7 years now and I have to say that the people who taught me the skills I needed weren’t fellow Singaporeans but (surprisingly) rather the Vietnamese, Chinese and the Indians I meet at work. As such, I don’t discount the “foreign talents” Govt brings in, because some are highly competent and people like myself get to level up because of them. They are mostly here to contribute their skillsets, spend and boost SG’s economy (Cus they also need to rent/eat/spend on weekends - and Singaporeans are the beneficiaries) but eventually will have to return to their homeland as chances of securing citizenry is close to zilch. At least for me, I can be thankful.

[@thisisgerald]

the reason why SMEs cannot and won't lead the in-house training is because even upper management does not know what skills they require in the future. does to show how inept these SMEs are in terms of workforce planning and skills training.

[@nicholasgoh3526]

Good interview and Mr Leong has made some good points. I respect people like him who want to contribute and also have skin in the game. The way he speaks is way better than those from other parties who always seem to be angry. I hope his views on the new generation is true as I find that they are not interested in politics or economy and not being able to ask the Why questions as they have been brainwashed. I have my own theory that the government wants the citizens that way so that they are easy to control.

[@derekattp]

A very good podcast....it is good to get to know Mr Leong...thank you so much ....He seems to speak from the heart, very sincere.

[@BomBomm12345]

Leong Mun Wai is so outspoken as a NCMP even more more than elected MPs

[@ewmurphy]

Very eye opening points with pragmatism to foster a deeper sense of identity and belonging as a citizen. Certainly beats the same old, ineffective, quick import policies of the incumbent.

[@ready4cheeseburger]

Really appreciate those points by Mr. Leong. In IT and construction , we have been relying on foreigners since 15 years ago, and now things are still pretty much the same. We gave grants to companies hoping that they will train Singaporeans, once the money stops, companies go back to foreigners (or leave). As locals, what's the point of studying for 3-4 years paying 30-40K SGD so that some one cheaper can do your job? No offense to foreigners, but what are we studying for? We have so many millionaires, but on the other spectrum we have Singaporeans who are hard working yet struggling to survive (I can never understand why we have old aunty and uncles, standing long hours, collecting plates at hawker centers). SG govt needs to focus on creating a conducive environment for Singaporeans to be innovators and produce quality work so that not just in SG, but in the region we would be sought after. Is not a matter how many jobs the govt created or the high employability rate, the focus should be on the good quality jobs that would take the country into the next century. At the end of the day, how many of these people are happy or satisfy with their jobs? Or are they just working because it helps to pay the bills? Perhaps if we can hire foreigners as our MPs and ministers the above might not be an issue. PS: The football thing, really touched a raw nerve. While our Mr. Tong can spend a few years planning for Taylor Swift concert, nothing much but lip service and simple outreach programs has been done for local football. Football is not something you get the youth to come together a few days a week and kick the ball around, hoping you find the next star. The fact that we are always bring up Fandi, shows that since then we have not a single star worth mentioning. Then again, perhaps, Singaporeans are all just to busy in this Rat race (that we could only prioritize anything with immediate monetary value) to entertain the slightest form of realizing our dream.

[@SazalibinkamsirSazali-zu5yo]

Thank you for your nice Talking 👍🧑‍🤝‍🧑👬.im share many tip give.how to done must true.im from singapore🤵🔐🌊🏇🔑🌊🗝still in Leaning more deep.

[@AK8901]

Singaporeans today are very lucky to have Leong Mun Wai

[@AIisMyBff]

He comes across as rational and articulate here. Oh, he's from RI too. 😅😅😅

[@lyhs0219]

I dont feel like a citizen. Every time people will tell me, if you want to complain, feel free to leave Singapore

[@LonganLee]

Mun Wai replied to the question of whether his speeches about jobs for sg make some perceive he is totally against any foreigner . He replied clearly and well but he also could have responded with saying its the Extent that matters. To clarify, what i meant is he should lay out the fact that anyone can perceive anything or misperceive and this is not up to him. He should explain that he is saying the Extent of influx is too much and too fast creating an adverse effect on many singaporeans. So he is not wanting Zero Influx. He already said influx is needed. But its up to a certain EXTENT. Its just like everyday eat raw abalone also is bad for your health. This does not mean to have Zero abalone. So Mun Wai can easily rebut such allegations using the word EXTENT

[@dansonng8369]

HOw much resources should we spend not at our rislk our the future?

[@yongxiongdai4733]

4th highest number of millions? But those millionaires aren't created in Singapore and that's the main problem.

[@David-rz9dt]

How leong addresses his flaws and critiques is snapshot of what's wrong with him. He doesn't embrace it with power to make a progress. He enthu but not collected is the cause of his lack of quality propositions in Parliment. His "zone" vs other MP on podcast. He is better behind the scenes(finish ypur homework) than speaking. Well done Haresh for giving him a chance to address the issue he has.

[@ivanlimzg]

Seems like he misintepreted the "One Shiok Thing" as "What do you enjoy", rather than "recommend something for the listeners to enjoy" Good podcast. It seems like he's really focused on his tasks, that's why he seemed to be out of touch during the "One Shiok Thing" segment

[@uwanpiece]

Skillsfuture credits for diplomas are useful, but Skillsfuture credits for academy or WSG courses will always be useless and non credible

[@user-zd7qj1yb9d]

Skills future credit for courses like flower arranging,n all things cyber,baking..y no hospitality n such Courses tat will actually prioritise singaporeans in all jobs..not just plainly accepting FTs..tat is wat we the ppl wanna see..

[@yongxiongdai4733]

Football dream of Singapore started more than 20 years ago. What sacrifice?

[@Jack-hy2ki]

Ytd 14/05/2024 got a news. PSP Assistance Gen-sec who is a doc over prescribed medicine and killed his patient.

[@nicholasgoh3526]

The patient went shopping and took over 20 pills every day from a few doctors. That’s why it was ruled as a suicide and the family could not claim insurance. The charge against Doc Ang from PSP was that the dosage of the medication he prescribed exceeded MOH guidelines.

[@munster1404]

I don't really understand how LMW can be reviled in Parliament whenever he talks about economics and govt spending. I mean, take a look at his education and career. He literally manages money on a large scale and has done pretty well for himself.

[@Marty-gv4nv]

Hey nice to see LMW, I get reminded of a monologue of a scene in a famous movie “Because he's the hero Singapore deserves, but not the one it needs right now. So we'll hunt him. Because he can take it. Because he's not our hero. He's a silent guardian, a watchful protector. A dark knight.”😊

[@ready4cheeseburger]

can you guys get TJC also

[@Choonzord]

Jordan Schlansky is a genius

[@LonganLee]

How many singaporeans like to say "Bo Bian one"? This is a mind trick, self-psycho to give up confronting an issue. How so? When someone says Bo Bian, almost all the time its not really there is no solution but too afraid to confront the issue as they have surrendered. From this angle its Anti-Democracy because you just want to give up talking about the issue because you are too afraid to exercise your role as voter to make democracy work. Eg. COE: many deem there is nothing they can do. But this is a lie or untrue. They can speakup. This wont solve the oroblem but is a step towards a solution. Imagine, if there is an issue but everyone dont speak up , the problem is not raised and gets worse. Speaking up may not immediately solve the problem but its better than self censorship because the first step is taken. Many are not aware that this bad culture of Bo Bian is self-defeating and shows one has surrendered without any attempt to effect the democratic process. Its heading towards dictatorship mindset. What is a democracy when everyone say bo bian to everything instead of ensuring someone is held accountable for the issues they face relating to some policies? Democracy is not wating for permission to think. Its not telling people to leave the country if disagree. Democracy is either you vote For or Against to effect change you want. Else no one will change for you. Without courage to afford democracy, there is no democracy. So its not free. The onus is on the electorate. Is russia in essence and in spirit a democracy if everyone in russia is afraid of putin ?

[@LonganLee]

Flaw in the Logic : "If you not happy with G, Leave SG" 1. In a real democracy, there is this entity called the electorate or Voters. Voting means you vote For or Against. Voting is not Leave SG if you unhappy. 2. One can disagree with policies and Vote to Change it. So, by virtue of Democracy, if Unhappy with G or Policy , a voter can simply vote to express his disapproval. Sufficient DisApproval WILL FORCE G to change, in most logical situations. 3. Only those whose brains or thinking is wrong will tell people in a nasty way to Leave SG if not happy. Who are you? A dictatorship mindset bigot

[@soolinteh]

Mr Leong....you were away having best standards in other countries. Now our beloved SG is in better shape you came back! You just missed our country building in 80s 90s ! 😂

[@funwithrandom360]

This LMW so rude, checking handphone in the midst of the interview resulting in him having to ask the interviewer to repeat his question. Tsk tsk

[@susanlim4507]

Absolutely agree with you. Always looking down on our own country singapore. Kept singing praises for Japan and other countries he had went to and work. Better for him to leave Singapore. An unappreciative bad guy.

[@xianlonglee-ty6qe]

PM LMW/HP 2025. PSP will lead a coalition government.

[@tonykwok9763]

OWNSELF VOTE OWNSELF🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@AB-vw8wz]

Uncle leong is always funny and being joke in parliament

[@alantan3832]

Look li,e lot of contradictions and slapping himself...

[@yongxiongdai4733]

The way the questions were asked reveal something telling about the broadcasters. They asked if the outcomes of Japanese policies were good for Japan and therefore should be applied to Singapore... As if there is a silver bullet to all Singaporean problems. If there is no discussion, how do you know if a proposed solution will really benefit you? It is the standard, I don't want to try, I just want a blackbox that solve everything mentality... Standard lazy Singaporean thinking.

[@annietan449]

So rude, what vote with feet.

[@TigerAce205]

It means vote by leaving the country.

[@AyeMahn]

The first few seconds of the video made me not want to continue watching.

[@nicholasgoh3526]

Why?

[@colourwave3342]

PAP IB mental too weak ah

[@jimw8615]

He is Vivian.

[@AK8901]

Shows your prejudice.

[@way231]

@@colourwave3342 they are everywhere.