Singapore (CU)_ On recovering from the pandemic impacts, the UK and Singapore have agreed on a joint statement reemphasizing the commitment of both the countries to free trade, climate action, and sustainability. In addition, the joint statement outlines a common commitment to technology, information and education, protection and resilience, and our collective human rights obligations. It is related to the two countries’ Free Trade Agreement, which was concluded in December of last year.
On behalf of UK, the Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab today agreed the statement along with Singapore Foreign Minister Vivian Balakrishnan. Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab spoke about the UK-Singapore relations and the ways of developing greater cooperation. He said, “The UK-Singapore Partnership is based on shared goals on security and climate change, as well as our drive towards innovation and prosperity. Today, Foreign Minister Balakrishnan and I committed to reinforcing these links and creating new opportunities for cooperation”.
In order to make meaningful progress, the United Kingdom and Singapore have agreed to share initiatives and approaches, as well as useful knowledge and experience. Singapore and the United Kingdom will continue to deepen their partnership and explore new avenues for collaboration, including exchanging best practices.
