SINGAPORE: Singapore and the USA have began the brand new yr by reaffirming their partnership, with 2026 marking the sixtieth anniversary of diplomatic ties between the nations.
Prime Minister Lawrence Wong had a phone name with US President Donald Trump on Friday (Jan 2), mentioned the Singapore Ministry of International Affairs (MFA).
“PM Wong and President Trump famous that 2026 marks the sixtieth anniversary of diplomatic ties between Singapore and the USA,” the ministry mentioned in a press assertion.
“They reaffirmed the enduring power of the mutually useful partnership that spans a number of domains, and seemed ahead to deepening cooperation in established areas and increasing into new ones.”
MFA added that Mr Wong thanked Mr Trump for inviting Singapore to the upcoming Group of 20 (G20) Summit that shall be held in Miami, Florida, in December.
“Singapore appears to be like ahead to contributing to the US’ G20 agenda, and advancing financial development for all,” it mentioned.
Mr Wong mentioned in a Fb put up that Singapore will play a “constructive function” on the summit and contribute to the shared agenda for development and stability.
“I sit up for visiting the USA later this yr to mark this vital milestone in our bilateral ties, and to deepen cooperation in new areas comparable to synthetic intelligence, cybersecurity and civilian nuclear energy.”
He additionally mentioned he thanked the US president for his management in advancing peace efforts globally, together with in serving to to safe the recent ceasefire between Thailand and Cambodia.
