Singapore's former President Nathan remains critically ill, but his vital signs are currently stable: PM Lee

Singapore's former President S R Nathan remains critically ill and unconscious, but he is restful and his vital signs are currently stable, said Singapore's Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong on Friday.

PM Lee updated his Facebook on Friday evening, saying he has visited former President S R Nathan in Singapore General Hospital. PM Lee said he felt grateful to the team of dedicated doctors and nurses for their attentive care.

PM Lee revealed that he had chatted with former President Nathan's wife and his family. He noted that this is a difficult time for them.

"The support and encouragement they have received from so many people means a lot to them. They have been touched by the many messages and good wishes," said Lee.

PM Lee also stressed that not many people have done as much for Singapore as Nathan has. "Please continue to keep him in your thoughts and prayers," added Lee.

Singapore's Prime Minister's Office said on Sunday that the country's former President S R Nathan suffered a stroke on early Sunday morning, and he was in critical condition in the Intensive Care Unit at Singapore General Hospital.

Nathan, 92, was the sixth and longest-serving president in Singapore, and was in office for two terms from 1999 to 2011. Enditem