SR Nathan in critical condition after stroke
President Tony Tan, DPM Teo, cabinet ministers, ex-colleagues visit the former president in hospital; PM Lee saddened to hear of his stroke and grave condition
Singapore
FORMER president SR Nathan is in critical condition after suffering a stroke on Sunday morning. The 92-year-old was admitted to the Intensive Care Unit at the Singapore General Hospital (SGH), the Prime Minister's Office said in a statement in the morning.
Well wishes poured in throughout the day from cabinet ministers, former colleagues, friends and members of the public.
Leading the stream of thoughts and prayers was President Tony Tan Keng Yam, Mr Nathan's successor, who expressed sadness in a Face…
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