Singapore ready for polls as PM Wong outlines vision for regional, global cooperation amid global tensions

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Singapore ready for polls as PM Wong outlines vision for regional, global cooperation amid global tensions
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Prime Minister Lawrence Wong speaking at the PAP's GE2025 manifesto launch at Infinite Studios in Singapore on Thursday, April 17. -- ST PHOTO: JASON QUAH

Speaking at the S Rajaratnam Lecture on Wednesday, Wong said the first thrust is to"contribute actively to the stewardship of the global commons." The second thrust is to"champion deeper regional cohesion and integration." Noting that the Association of South-East Asian Nations remains"central to Singapore's foreign policy," Wong called for eliminating 100 percent of tariffs across the region, further reducing non-tariff barriers, and concluding the Asean Digital Economy Framework Agreement.

The third thrust is to strengthen Singapore's global network of partnerships. Wong advocated for greater collaboration between the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership and the European Union , while also deepening the Asean-EU Strategic Partnership.

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