>>reporter: le transformed the nation from a colonial -- to an internationally respected economy. while some criticized his policy towards free speech and dissent, politicians lined up to pay tribute to him. >> singapore's transformation in one generation is a tribute to his leadership. >>reporter: the funeral service took place at the national university. here his elledest son and current prime minister spoke warmly of his father's achievements. >> mr. le went for the nobler dream of a multiracial, multireligious nation. singapore would not be based on race language, or religion but on fundamental values multiracialism equality meritocracy, integrity, and rule of law. >>reporter: there was a military guard of honor and a 21-gun absolute. this country has been in mourning for seven days and monday a new political dawn approaches. his legacy will endure and be interpreted in many ways in the coming years. but how this island nation moves forward socially and politically will depend on the new younger generation. >>> students from the southern mexican state of guerro have fought wit