Lee Hsien Yang: From Singaporean Elite to Political Refugee

Lee Hsien Yang, youngest son of Singapore's founding father Lee Kuan Yew, has declared himself a political refugee from Singapore. Citing the U.N. Refugee Convention, he announced via Facebook that Britain has recognized his risk of persecution should he return to his homeland.

Lee Hsien Yang, the youngest son of the founder of modern Singapore, Lee Kuan Yew, has publicly identified himself as a political refugee. The significant announcement came on Tuesday when Yang, estranged brother of the former premier Lee Hsien Loong, revealed his new status under the U.N. Refugee Convention.

Utilizing the platform of Facebook, Yang disclosed that Britain has officially determined he faces "a well-founded risk of persecution" and as a result, cannot safely return to Singapore. This development adds further complexity to the already intricate political and familial landscape involving one of Asia's most politically significant dynasties.

The claim of refugee status and the recognition by Britain mark a notable turn in Yang's life, spotlighting the often contentious interplay of politics and personal affairs within Singapore's foremost family.

(With inputs from agencies.)