This award is given in recognition of his overall contributions in the capacities he has held as Attorney-General and now as Singapore's Chief Justice.

He is also being recognised for his outstanding contributions towards the Pedra Branca case.

26 individuals and five organisations too are awarded for their significant contributions towards the successful outcome of the Pedra Branca issue.

For a full list of this year's National Day Awards Recipients, you can log on to the PMO website at http://www.pmo.gov.sg.