Heng Swee Keat

Education and Career Highlights
Heng Swee Keat is a Singaporean politician who has served as the Deputy Prime Minister of Singapore since 2019 and the Coordinating Minister for Economic Policies since 2018. He is also a Member of Parliament (MP) for the East Coast Group Representation Constituency (GRC) since 2011.
Heng was born in Singapore in 1961. He graduated from the University of Cambridge with a Master of Arts degree in economics and from the Kennedy School of Government at Harvard University with a Master in Public Administration degree.
After graduating from Harvard, Heng worked as a civil servant in various ministries, including the Ministry of Finance and the Ministry of Trade and Industry. He was also the Chief Executive Officer of the Monetary Authority of Singapore from 2005 to 2011.
In 2011, Heng was elected to Parliament as an MP for the East Coast GRC. He was appointed Minister for Education in 2011 and Minister for Finance in 2015. In 2018, he was appointed Coordinating Minister for Economic Policies. In 2019, he was appointed Deputy Prime Minister.
Political Positions and Views
Heng is a member of the People's Action Party (PAP). He is considered to be a moderate conservative. He has been a vocal supporter of free trade and globalization. He has also been a strong advocate for education and skills development.
Heng has said that he believes that Singapore needs to "stay open and connected to the world" in order to continue to grow and prosper. He has also said that he believes that Singapore needs to "invest in our people" in order to build a more prosperous and inclusive society.
Personal Life
Heng is married to Chang Hwee Nee. They have two children. Heng is a keen golfer and enjoys reading.

Heng Swee Keat is a highly experienced and respected politician. He is widely seen as a potential future leader of Singapore. His commitment to free trade, globalization, and education make him a valuable asset to Singapore's future.