If you want to build
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If you want to build a strong society,
you must build strong institutions.
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Meaning
This quote means durable institutions (rules and systems) make societies resilient and trustworthy.
About Author
Lee Kuan Yew
Lee Kuan Yew, the founding Prime Minister of Singapore and one of the most influential political leaders in modern Asian history. His words often reflect themes of leadership, discipline, governance, and economic development.
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