Senior Minister Lee Hsien Loong has reaffirmed the strong bilateral relationship between Singapore and Malaysia following a meeting with Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim in Kuala Lumpur. During his first overseas visit since stepping down as Prime Minister, Lee highlighted the steady progress of collaborative initiatives, including the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone and the RTS Link. Both leaders expressed a commitment to deepening economic ties and maintaining regional stability, ensuring a smooth transition of cooperation under Singapore’s current leadership.
- Senior Minister Lee Hsien Loong met with Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim to discuss ongoing bilateral cooperation.
- The meeting focused on the development of the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ) to boost regional trade and investment.
- Both nations remain committed to the progress of the Johor Bahru-Singapore Rapid Transit System (RTS) Link to enhance cross-border connectivity.
- SM Lee emphasized that the relationship remains robust under the new administration of Singapore’s Prime Minister Lawrence Wong.
- The discussions included the importance of ASEAN unity and the role of both countries in maintaining a stable regional environment.
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