Lee Hsien Loong is the current Prime Minister of Singapore, having held the position since August 2004. He is the son of Lee Kuan Yew, the founding Prime Minister of Singapore, and has played a significant role in the country's development and modernization. Lee Hsien Loong is a member of the People's Action Party (PAP), which has been the ruling party in Singapore since its independence. Educated at Harvard University and the University of Cambridge, Lee Hsien Loong has a background in mathematics and computer science. Under his leadership, Singapore has focused on economic growth, social cohesion, and maintaining a high standard of living for its citizens.