Vivian Balakrishnan

Tensions have escalated in recent months between China and the Philippines over the disputed, resource-rich waters.

"I expect to see greater expenditure all around, including within Asia"

Balakrishnan also dismissed China’s claim that the US is looking to form a NATO-style military alliance in the Indo-Pacific region

The meetings also discussed opportunities for collaboration in areas like green finance.

The disclosure adds to concerns over privacy issues in contact tracing programmes.

Indonesian citizens as well as Singapore citizens and residents are eligible to apply under the RGL or TCA.

Travel application can be submitted from Aug 10 onwards

(Dec 6): Malaysia’s tiff with neighbouring Singapore over air space and port waters is escalating, a sign of renewed bickering not seen in years. First came Malaysia saying on Tuesday it wants to retake airspace in Johor from neighbouring Singapore in s

(Aug 22): Singapore’s Foreign Minister Vivian Balakrishnan called on the US and China to avoid a trade war while urging nations to stop trying to protect obsolete jobs.

(June 12): China and Singapore pledged to cooperate on trade and regional infrastructure projects, in a sign the countries have begun to repair ties strained amid security disputes in Southeast Asia.