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flag Matthew Wee succeeds Shie Yong Lee as Singapore’s next Prison Commissioner on April 1, 2026.

flag Matthew Wee Yik Keong, 51, will become Singapore’s next Commissioner of Prisons on April 1, 2026, succeeding Shie Yong Lee, who is transitioning to a leadership role in the Ministry of Home Affairs. flag Wee, a 27-year veteran of the Home Team, previously led rehabilitation initiatives and a review of community reintegration programs, contributing to Singapore’s low recidivism rates. flag Shie, the first female chief in nearly five years, is credited with advancing prison technology, including inmate tablets and surveillance systems, and strengthening community partnerships to support reintegration. flag The Singapore Prison Service remains a global leader in corrections, known for safety, innovation, and effective rehabilitation.

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