6-11-2023 (SINGAPORE) Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong had the honor of meeting Prince William at the Istana today. The meeting took place as part of Prince William’s visit to Singapore for the Earthshot Prize Awards Ceremony, scheduled to be held on November 7.
Prince William, who arrived in Singapore on November 5, was greeted by hundreds of enthusiastic well-wishers at Jewel Changi Airport. The crowd cheered and waved Union Jack flags as the Prince made his way through the airport, with the iconic HSBC rain vortex serving as a backdrop to the warm reception.
This year, Singapore has the privilege of hosting the Earthshot Prize ceremony, marking the first time it has been held in Asia. The Earthshot Prize, initiated by Prince William in 2020, aims to recognize and support innovative solutions to combat environmental challenges, including climate change. Now in its third iteration, the prize has gained significant recognition and influence in addressing urgent global issues.
During their meeting, Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong expressed his hope that Prince William’s visit to Singapore would be fruitful. In a Facebook post, the Prime Minister conveyed his best wishes to the prize finalists and highlighted the importance of the Earthshot Prize in driving positive change and inspiring global action.
The Earthshot Prize Awards Ceremony, set to take place on November 7, promises to be a grand affair. The event will feature performances by popular pop rock bands OneRepublic and Bastille, along with Emmy winner Hannah Waddingham as the host. The ceremony will be a celebration of the remarkable achievements and groundbreaking solutions that have emerged from the Earthshot Prize initiative.
For those eager to witness this momentous occasion, the ceremony will be telecast on November 13 at 9:30 p.m. on Channel 5 in Singapore. Additionally, the Earthshot Prize’s YouTube premiere will commence at 1:30 a.m. on November 13, and the content will be available on the channel throughout the day.
