So many diverse societies in East Asia, yet remarkably similar challenges confronting all of us.

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Action Sports competition and exhibition at Xtreme SkatePark this weekend.

More than 2 decades ago, Professor Arthur Lim had a vision for a centre that would systematically attract, nurture and retain talented ophthalmologists in the public sector; be totally obsessed with quality control;; focus on research ( way before it became fashionable); establish deep relationships with other world class institutions and deliver cost effective patient centric care.

Many generations of eye care professionals and patients will owe him so much.

Thank you to all the countless volunteers who contribute so generously of their time, energy and ideas to make life better for other Singaporeans. You set the tone for our society.

We decided to hold our annual Workplan Seminar in Penang this year. It will be a good opportunity to review and refocus our plans, projects and activities.

Many of us haven’t been back to Penang for many years. Still a rustic, charming and green island. Hawker food is great!